The County AGM to be held at Sudbrooke Park Campsite at 16:30

LINCSFEST 2026 BOOKINGS ARE NOW OPEN! The countdown to Lincolnshire Scouts' ultimate weekend for volunteers has officially begun! LINCSFEST is a weekend created by volunteers, for volunteers, bringing together people from across the county for a chance to learn new skills, be inspired, try something different, and celebrate everything that makes Scouting amazing. Whether you're looking to develop your skills, discover new ideas to take back to your section, try out activities your young people love, or simply spend time with fellow volunteers, LINCSFEST 2026 has something for you. Expect a weekend packed with: Inspiring talks and seminars Exciting activities and challenges New skills and ideas to take back with you Opportunities to connect, share, and belong Event Cost £10 – Lincolnshire Scouts members £15 – Non-Lincolnshire Scouts members Participant bookings are now OPEN! Whether you're booking just yourself or a group of volunteers, everyone should use the same online booking system. https://bookings.lincolnshirescouts.org.uk/lincsfest Individuals are very welcome to book themselves on, so don't worry if you're not booking as part of a group. Staff bookings will be released at a later date. If you're volunteering as part of the LINCSFEST staff team, your line manager or LINCSFEST contact will send you the staff booking link directly. Important: Please keep a note of your booking login details. You'll need these later to register for sessions and book your food choices when these become available. Have a question? Contact the team: lincsfest@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk This is just the beginning… Over the coming months, we'll be revealing more about the talks, activities, experiences, and opportunities waiting for you at LINCSFEST 2026.  Get ready to LEAD, LEARN, DEVELOP and BELONG!

Welcome to the latest edition of the Lincs County Bulletin. This is issued on the first Friday of each month. The bulletin will be sent to all adults registered on My Membership and distributed widely. To submit material for the bulletin please email howard.nelson@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk . Download as a PDF View historic Bulletins In this issue: From the County Lead Volunteer Lincolnshire Scouts are growing Hobbycraft 10% offer Save the date - Lincs Fest Carbon monoxide risks during camps and expeditions The new Explorer programme is here Sailing Course- 19-20 August @ Girton SC First Aid workshops for young people aged 11-25 Are you looking at working towards your nights away permit?

Appointment of Rich Spence as Joint Programme Team Lead

Jack Evans appointed as Lead Volunteer for Rutland District effective 1 September 2026

Welcome to the latest edition of the Lincs County Bulletin. This is issued on the first Friday of each month. The bulletin will be sent to all adults registered on My Membership and distributed widely. To submit material for the bulletin please email howard.nelson@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk . Download as a PDF View historic Bulletins In this issue: From the County Lead Volunteer Brew it Forward Lincs Fest 2026 Gilwell Reunion Lincoln Pride Cubs on the Water

Welcome to the latest edition of the Lincs County Bulletin. This is issued on the first Friday of each month. The bulletin will be sent to all adults registered on My Membership and distributed widely. To submit material for the bulletin please email howard.nelson@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk . Download as a PDF View historic Bulletins In this issue: From the County Lead Volunteer DLV vacancy - Rutland Bookings now open for WOW Young Leaders Training Adult Volunteer Skills Day Lincoln Pride Awards 2026