County Bulletin: Issue 16 (September 2025)

Welcome Back! I hope that you have all enjoyed a restful summer and are now looking forward to the start of a new term. Although autumn brings shorter days and darker evenings, it also provides many opportunities to engage in new and rewarding activities with your sections. From Squirrels through to Network, the enthusiasm of our young people is evident – whether they are embracing new challenges, working towards badges, or simply enjoying time together within their section. Thanks to the dedication and creativity of leaders across the County, our members are consistently offered opportunities to develop confidence, teamwork, and resilience. As we enter the autumn term, there is much to anticipate. With County events, training opportunities, and group activities ahead, this is the season when Scouting truly comes into its own – providing structure, fun, and adventure at the heart of our young people’s experiences. We continue to volunteer in an increasingly demanding environment, where time is often stretched. I would like to extend my sincere thanks for everything you do to ensure young people gain valuable Skills for Life. At the same time, it is vital to remember the importance of training in keeping our young people safe. If you are asked to complete training or a DBS check, please do so as promptly as possible—or reach out if you encounter difficulties. None of us became involved in Scouting to spend our time chasing others about compliance, and it is worth remembering that those who are reminding you are themselves being reminded by others. A little courtesy and cooperation makes a great difference. Finally, I would like to express my deep thanks to all our volunteers. Your commitment ensures that every meeting, trip, and activity contributes to brilliant and life-shaping experiences for our members. Here’s to a successful and inspiring new term of Scouting! Howard County Lead Volunteer Lincolnshire

We’re excited to celebrate the amazing contributions of our scouting community! To make sure every deserving volunteer is recognised, please log any nominations for this year’s Scouting Awards on the new database by Wednesday, 25th September. This is a wonderful opportunity to shine a light on the dedication, creativity, and commitment that keep scouting thriving. Don’t miss the chance to put forward someone who has made a real difference. Submit your nominations today and help us ensure every achievement is celebrated!

Are you looking at getting your nights away permit? Are you looking at running over night experiences? Then look no further we have the course for you Nights away training The next course is on the Weekend of the 19th September to 21st September 2025 The course consists of How to plan and run a safe experience, including the skills and knowledge of the documentation required to run the events Roles and responsibilities planning and during the event Campsite skills and knowledge  The course costs £50 per person this includes all camp fees and meals To book on please email secretary@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk

Hykeham Scouts rescue a ‘vessel in distress’ in the North Sea While out on the water on a recent trip in the North Sea with Adventures Offshore, the young people and leaders of the North Hykeham based 15th Lincoln Scout group received a ‘PAN PAN’ radio call and a request for the Dover Coast Guard. "Pan Pan" is an internationally recognised radio call used to signal an urgent situation that is not a life-threatening emergency but still requires attention as soon as possible. The group took decisive action and immediately went to assist, recovering the vessel which is believed to have run out of fuel. By leading this rescue the scouts have been able ensure the safety of all without the need of a lifeboat being launched, giving emergency services better capability to respond to other potential emergency situations. Well done Hykeham Scouts!

Calling all section based and programme support volunteers! This Autumn, our amazing Programme Team will be running a support events for you, our Section Team Members! This events will give you an opportunity to: refresh your programme basics including running a quality programme and keeping our young people safe; pick up tools, resources and programme ideas; and tell us about the programme support you need to offer exciting and adventurous activities and enable all our young people to achieve their section top award. We would love to see as many of our Section Team Members as possible in attendance. The event is designed for Section Team Leaders and Team Members (formerly Section Leaders, Assistant Section Leaders, Section Assistants) as well as District Programme Support roles (formerly Assistant District Commissioners District Explorer Scout Commissioners and teams). The events is being held at The Stanhope Hall in Horncastle. Address is The Stanhope Hall, Boston Road, Horncastle, LN9 6NF JOIN US: Sunday, 12th October 2025 – Arrival 9.30am for 10am start. Departure 3.30pm. BOOK AT https://forms.office.com/e/2F2LQwHK9p

LincsFest - Don't miss out!

Splash Lincs - Last few places available on 21 September £20 per scout per day

Kate Marnoch appointed as the new Lead Volunteer for Louth District

Bookings are now open for the Young Person Selection event for Jamboree