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District activity day
DAD ONline 2020
10:00 AM
Welcome and flag break
A message from our District Commissioner and flag break by 3rd Woodthorpe
10:30 AM
Soap carving
Learn how to carve an animal out of a bar of soap
11:00 AM
Origami and photo skills
Make an origami penguin and find out some photo trickery
11:30 AM
Scavenger hunt
See how many you can find!
1:00 PM
Cupcake decorating
Have a go at making a Beaver cupcake
1:30 PM
Shelter building
A guide to making a quick and easy shelter
2:00 PM
Tin Can tealight holders
Make a decorative holder for your night light
2:30 PM
Photo frames
Create a photo frame from twigs and twine
3:00 PM
First aid
A bit of basic first aid
3:30 PM
Tealight s'mores
Campfire treats made indoors
4:00 PM
Campfire sing-a-long
Traditional campfire songs with a twist
Volunteers Week - In Conversation with Kate
On our last day celebrating volunteers across Central Notts, we sat down with Kate who is an Explorer Scout Leader with Mammoth ESU....
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Jun 9, 20242 min read
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Volunteers Week - In Conversation With Becca
Today we talk to another one of our new Group Lead Volunteers, Becca from 1st Farnsfield Scout Group! If you think you could join Becca...
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Jun 8, 20242 min read
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Volunteers Week - In Conversation with Laura W
We are halfway through #VolunteersWeek and today we are chatting to Laura from 2nd Arnold. In addition to her Group roles, Laura is also...
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Jun 7, 20242 min read
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Volunteers Week - In Conversation with Jaz
We're over half way through #VolunteersWeek, but the chats with our fantastic volunteers continue! Today we're talking to Jaz to see how...
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Jun 6, 20242 min read
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Volunteers Week - In Conversation with Richard
Continuing with our #VolunteersWeek celebrations, today we are chatting with Richard - an Explorer Scout Leader in Central Notts! Why did...
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Jun 5, 20242 min read
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Volunteers Week - In Conversation with Laura
To mark #VolunteersWeek2024 we've teamed up with some of our fantastic volunteers in Central Notts! Volunteers are the lifeblood of...
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Jun 3, 20242 min read
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Ethan the Environmentalist!
As Scouts we believe in putting nature first, and we want to protect the environment that we enjoy whilst camping, hiking, playing and...
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Jan 18, 20241 min read
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Vikings ESU are approaching Redhill!
Are you tired of dull evenings, and looking to try something exciting, to put yourself to the test and learn new skills for the future,...
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Jan 12, 20241 min read
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Squirrel Scouts are coming to Redhill!
Psstt... We're seeking bright eyed and bushy tailed recruits in the Arnold and Redhill area! Squirrel Scouts are coming to 1st Redhill...
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Jan 12, 20241 min read
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The results are in!
Last week 16 Teams took on the Central Notts Scouts Annual Night Owl Challenge, which saw the Scouts hiking to and from...
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Oct 21, 20231 min read
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They've reach their target!
The #SleepoutScouts have reached their target of £1000 for Framework. Earlier this afternoon the Scouts and Explorers had managed to...
rbashton
Oct 4, 20231 min read
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The Big Sleepout is BACK!
This Saturday over 65 young people from Central Notts will be sleeping rough as they aim to raise as much money as possible for...
rbashton
Oct 3, 20231 min read
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USA USA!
Our Host Country countdown to #DistrictCamp continues a T-8 Days! Today we introduce a Country who has hosted 2 World Scout Jamborees in...
rbashton
May 18, 20231 min read
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Welcome Abel Wood!
Its been a fantastic start to the week, as we are thrilled to officially welcome 1st Abel Wood Scout Group into Central Notts who opened...
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May 17, 20231 min read
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Continuing around the World!
With just 9 days to go, we are going back to 1963 to meet the hosts of the 11th World Scout Jamboree - GREECE! We can't wait to see you...
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May 17, 20231 min read
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10 Days to Go!
Mamma Mia.... Here we go again! They may have just won the Eurovision Song Contest, but our next Country hosted their first World Scout...
rbashton
May 16, 20231 min read
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District Camp - 11 Days to go!
There are just 11 Days to go until our #DistrictCamp gets underway, and what better way to countdown to our round the world tour than to...
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May 15, 20231 min read
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St George's Day back with a BANG!
Saturday 22nd April, saw Central Notts Scouts and Nottinghamshire Girlguides back on the roads of Southwell for their Annual St George's...
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Apr 24, 20232 min read
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Our Gang!
Congratulations are in order for the Central Notts members of the Nottinghamshire Scout and Guide Gang Show 2023. Over the weekend the...
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Mar 13, 20231 min read
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We're Back!
We're excited to announce that our Annual St George's Day Parade and Promise Renewal is making a return this April! On Saturday 22nd...
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Mar 3, 20231 min read
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King's Scout Award
Introducing The King's Scout Award! This new Top Award, replaces the Queen's Scout Award which is the highest award that Scouts can...
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Feb 8, 20231 min read
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A Christmas Message
2022 has been another year for the history books of Central Notts Scout District. Over the past year, we have welcomed more young people...
rbashton
Dec 24, 20222 min read
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Platinum Jubilee QAVS for Scouts!
You may have seen in the media and online today, that the Scout Association have been awarded HM The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee...
rbashton
Dec 21, 20221 min read
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Gone Home - Trevor Lee
It is with great sadness that the District have received news that Trevor Lee passed away on 8th December. Trevor had been a former...
rbashton
Dec 21, 20221 min read
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A festive walk!
Peppers Explorers celebrated their tenth annual Santa hike this year with a festive hike that ended with snowfall. Every year Peppers...
rbashton
Dec 17, 20221 min read
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Scout Network is coming to Central Notts!
PSST... we've got some exciting news to share with you. Scout Network is returning to Central Notts! Launching in January 2023, the...
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Nov 24, 20221 min read
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A Great Achievement!
As part of Her Late Majesty The Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June, it was announced that Nottinghamshire Scouts had been...
rbashton
Nov 17, 20221 min read
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Commissioner's Commendation
Congratulations to Lindsey who was presented, by Notts Scouts County Commissioner Steven Tupper, her Commissioner's Commendation Award...
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Nov 6, 20221 min read
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The Big Sleepout
On Saturday 15th October, Scouts from 1st Daybrook and Woodthorpe, 3rd Netherfield, 3rd Woodthorpe and 5th Carlton spend the night 'under...
rbashton
Oct 16, 20221 min read
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Gone Home - Colin Stapleton and Audrey Martin
It is with great sadness that the District has learnt that two members of our Scouting family have passed away recently. Colin Stapleton...
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Oct 10, 20221 min read
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90 Years of 2nd Arnold
It's the summer of 1932, and BBC had debuted its first experimental public television programming and in one suburb of Nottingham a...
rbashton
Sep 28, 20221 min read
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Moving on up!
They may only be one year old, but the Central Notts Squirrel Drey celebrated their first moving up Ceremony this week. After learning...
rbashton
Sep 28, 20221 min read
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The Swimming Gala is BACK!
We are pleased to confirm that the Central Notts Scout District Swimming Gala will be making its return in 2023! So after a break of 2...
rbashton
Sep 23, 20221 min read
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Gone Home - Peter Milward
We are sorry to hear the sad news that Peter Millward passed away last week. Most recently Peter had been an active member of the Central...
Ben Danvers
Sep 20, 20221 min read
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United in Sorrow
Scouts across Central Notts join the nation in mourning the loss of our beloved monarch and Patron HM Queen Elizabeth II. Her outstanding...
rbashton
Sep 9, 20221 min read
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Commissioner's Commendation
Monday evening saw a first for Central Notts, with the very first Commissioner's Commendation being presented by our District...
rbashton
Jul 19, 20221 min read
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A new Necker, with lots of history
At their Annual General Meeting on Monday 18th July, 1st Daybrook and Woodthorpe Scout Group unveiled their new Group Necker. Consisting...
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Jul 18, 20222 min read
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Every little helps!
You’ve heard of the Aldi price match, and you’ve heard of those multi-buy deals and in the current climate we are all looking at how much...
rbashton
Jul 6, 20221 min read
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Congratulations!
Congratulations are in order for our very own District Commissioner! Daniel was attending the County Scouts AGM where he was presented...
rbashton
Jun 16, 20221 min read
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A Platinum Weekend!
Over the Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend, over 300 young people joined together to celebrate 70 years of Queen Elizabeth's reign by...
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Jun 6, 20224 min read
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The camp Badge!
Today's the day that camp gets underway, and we are excited to reveal our #PlatinumJubilee Camp Badge! All attendees will receive their...
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Jun 2, 20221 min read
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Put your best foot forward!
It's nearly time to put your best foot forward with our very own Trooping of the Colour Parade! With such a landmark occasion, we...
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May 31, 20221 min read
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How fast will you go?
See how fast you can go on our Sledge Run! #PlatinumJubileeCamp #CNScouts
rbashton
May 29, 20221 min read
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Central Notts Fete
Roll Up, Roll Up for the Central Notts Platinum Jubilee Fete! Lot's of stalls, and team competitions it will be a day to remember!...
rbashton
May 27, 20221 min read
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Our camp, in the middle of the street!
Grab the bunting, and party food of all sorts and sizes as you are invited to our special Sherbrooke Street Party! #PlatinumJubileeCamp...
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May 25, 20221 min read
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Lets go exploring!
Grab your torch, and get ready to go caving in the CaveBus! #PlatinumJubileeCamp #CNScouts
rbashton
May 23, 20221 min read
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Central Notts Squirrels get underway!
On Saturday 21st May, our second and newest Squirrel Scout Drey officially opened its doors to our bright eyed, bushy tailed recruits!...
rbashton
May 22, 20221 min read
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Time for the dance floor!
Bust some moves, and listen to your favourite songs at our silent disco! #PlatinumJubileeCamp #CNScouts
rbashton
May 21, 20221 min read
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Wipeout!
Limber up, and prepare to jump in the Ultimate Wipeout, will you be the last person standing? #PlatinumJubilee #CNScouts
rbashton
May 19, 20221 min read
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Let's sing the night away!
Over the weekend we will be in fine voice, and what better way than to celebrate with a traditional Campfire and sing the night away!...
rbashton
May 17, 20221 min read
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