County Bulletin: Issue 15 (August 2025)

I hope you’re all enjoying your summer camps and taking the opportunity to have a well-deserved break! It’s great to hear about so many adventures happening across Lincolnshire this summer. I’m looking forward to seeing some of y ou at Kandersteg and Norjam – both amazing experiences and a fantastic chance to connect with Scouts from far and wide. I’m also really excited to be attending the National Scout & Guide Symphony Orchestra and the National Scout & Guide Concert Band at Nottingham’s Albert Hall on Thursday 7th August, where we have some of our own Lincolnshire Scouts performing – a huge well done to them! A quick reminder that Jamboree participant selection is underway – make sure to check the details if you or someone you know is interested in being part of this life-changing event. Don’t forget about Splash Lincs, coming up soon – a brilliant chance for some water-based fun and a highlight of the county calendar. I also wanted to take this opportunity to say a MASSIVE thank you to everyone for completing the mandatory safety training. Your dedication to spending more of your time supporting young people and fellow adults is really appreciated, and I look forward to seeing and hearing all about your Scouting adventures in the coming months. Finally, I’m really looking forward to seeing many of you at LincsFest – it’s shaping up to be a fantastic event. Thanks to everyone – volunteers, leaders, young people and supporters – for all you do to keep the adventure going. Wishing you and your family a safe and fun summer holiday. Take care and enjoy the rest of the summer! Howard County Lead Volunteer Lincolnshire Scouts

Get your booking in for LincsFest! The county over 18s only camp, training and social event is back from 13th - 14th September 2025 at Sudbrooke Park Campsite, Lincoln. The event is running from Saturday 13 September (with activities starting 10am) to Sunday 14 September (Lunchtime) and also the option to just come for the day on the Saturday. Full information and details will be shared with all participants before the event. The cost of the event is £7 for member within Lincolnshire Scouts and £10 for any other member of the Scout Association. All scouters, including Trustee Board members and Helpers are welcome. Cost includes badge, travel mug, access to the event and all activities and tea/coffee/squash facilities throughout the event.  Booking Link = https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=QyFEsSceqkGXT_kCaIBQ3q-HEZPLrxVCm8sIMQEi9TVURUo1OVBETERETE5NTzVMUlY0MVJOMTlBSS4u

Are you looking for a challenge for your section? The Kinder Extreme & Kinder Challenge are hill walking events in the Peak District, open to Scouts, Explorers, Network & leaders. This year’s events are on Sunday 12 th October with both starting and finishing at Chapel-en-le-Frith in the High Peak. The Kinder Extreme set over 30km whilst the Kinder Challenge is shorter at 16km and is ideal as an introduction to hill walking for the Scout section. To book teams onto either event or to find out further information please visit www.derbyshirescouts.org/kinder . Teams entered and paid for by the 18 th September will also be eligible for a free, exclusive Kinder t-shirt.

🌈 Calling all Lincolnshire Scouts 🌈 We've been asked to run the family zone at Lincoln Pride on Saturday 16th August. This is a fantastic opportunity for Lincolnshire Scouts, we've got lots of fantastic activities planned and we're looking for awesome volunteers to make this happen. 💬 Want in? Fill in this form before the 2nd August: 👉 https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=eJc076Q6OUyDg_nogt65SNjjUYyExfpPjaBQ6e4r2D9UQlhNU1A4RzZVOVdGRVJBVU1PMDVYUklJNS4u 👕 Want to order a Pride polo- shirt? Contact the County Office shirley.burt@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk before the 31st July. Already signed up but happy to do more than one 'shift'? Email claire.thompson@lincolnscouts.org.uk Let’s show our colours and make it a Pride to remember! 💜💛💚💙❤️ Under 18's are welcome to support us but MUST be accompanied by an adult (parent/ carer or leader). Claire Thompson (she/ her) County Inclusion Team Lead- Lincolnshire

Bookings are now open! Apply now to be part of the Lincolnshire Unit & UK Contingent to the 26th World Scout Jamboree in Poland from 30th July to 8th August 2027. Is your birthday between 30th July 2009 and 30th July 2013? Do you want to have the adventure of a lifetime? Then apply now via the link https://forms.office.com/e/jzrW1JxiZk The deadline for applications to attend the selection event is the 30th September 2025. This is due to take place at Sudbrooke Camp Site on 4-5th October 2025. For any questions please contact international@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk We look forward to seeing you there,  Georgia, Dawn, Kev and Shaun