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Nov

Beaver Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Explorer Scouts, Scout Network

Remembrance Sunday Parade

Sunday, 10 November 2024
13:30 14:30
Queen Elizabeth Gardens, Barham Park (map)
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Brent Borough Civic
Remembrance Service

Queen Elizabeth Gardens, Barham Park, Harrow Road, HA0 2HB

Each Remembrance Sunday, Scouts in cities, towns and villages across the UK show their support for the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women.

As Britain entered the First World War on 4 August 1914, Robert Baden-Powell – founder of the Scout Movement – volunteered Scouts to support the war effort. They weren’t to have a military role but could undertake work that released men for service in the armed forces. The skills learned through Scouting proved very useful in carrying out a range of jobs, including working on farms, delivering messages, watching coastlines, fetching hospital supplies, and guarding railway lines.

Towards the end of the war, Scouts worked with the Commonwealth War Graves Commission to help keep records of where the fallen were buried. Cubs carried out work knitting socks and stuffing pillows for wounded soldiers, and with many mothers taking up new jobs to help the war effort, were also encouraged to learn skills for helping out at home.

All members are asked to make every effort to attend our local Remembrance Day Parade.

When & Where

13:30: Arrival (by 13:45 latest)
13:50: Congregation to gather at War Memorial & Parade to muster at the car park
14:30: Depart

Queen Elizabeth Gardens,
Barham Park, Harrow Road,
HA0 2HB

🚍🚇 Google Maps Navigation Link: https://goo.gl/maps/xX7hbq4ZPaFT7bPH7

🚗 On-street parking is available in the streets around the park.

🅿️ Sudbury Town Station Car Park is £1.50 on Sundays

Parade

All sections will parade together in Group order, i.e., all beavers followed by all cubs, scouts, and Explorers. It is up to the discretion of the Squirrel & Beaver Scout Leaders, along with the Group Scout Leaders, if they wish their Squirrels & Beavers to parade.

Full uniform is required for the parade. Coats should only be worn if it is raining or below 12ºC; therefore, young people should wear layers (thermal vest) underneath uniform. Gloves are recommended; however, hats are not permitted.

All members of the District should wear a poppy, so if you do not have one, please have some money to buy one on Sunday morning. There will be a limited number available.

Everyone is reminded that we will be on public display and that our conduct should reflect this.

Talking on parade should be restricted to the control of members. Smoking is not permitted, nor is the wearing of AirPods or headphones.

Parade Order

District Flags
3rd Kingsbury
3rd Sudbury
7th Wembley
22nd Wembley
10th Willesden
11th Willesden
12th Willesden
20th Willesden
23rd Willesden
25th Willesden
27th Willesden + Voyager ESU
28th Willesden + Pioneer ESU
35th Willesden
37th Willesden + Nomad ESU
8th Kenton + Dragon ESU
2nd Kingsbury + Chandos ESU

Full Uniform

	Top	Bottom
Squirrel	Red crew neck sweatshirt
Beaver	Turquoise crew neck sweatshirt
Cub	Dark Green crew neck sweatshirt
Scout	Teal green long sleeved shirt or blouse;	Navy blue activity trousers, or smart navy blue skirt; with scout belt & buckle
Explorer	Beige long sleeve short sleeve shirt or blouse	Navy blue activity trousers, or smart navy blue skirt; with scout belt & buckle
Adult	Stone long sleeve or short sleeve shirt, or blouse	Navy blue activity trousers, or smart navy blue trousers, or smart navy blue skirt; with scout belt & buckle

Invested members should where appropriate group or district scarf with woggle.

We request that Squirrels, Beavers & Cubs wear blue trousers, although these are not required as part of our official uniform.

We request that everyone wears black or brown shoes.

Colour Parties

We will need a member from each section to carry the District Flags, these will be selected on the day.
Group flags should be brought and carried by a member selected by the group.
There will be a short training session for carrying and lowering the flag at 13:45.

Wreaths

The District wreath will be laid by an Explorer Scout

Group Wreaths

Each group may lay a wreath, it should be laid by a Scout escorted by a Cub and a Beaver.

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Senior Swimming Gala 2024 - Scouts, Explorers & Network

Nov

Scouts, Explorer Scouts, Scout Network

Senior Swimming Gala 2024 - Scouts, Explorers & Network

Saturday, 30 November 2024
18:00 21:30
Willesden Sports Centre (map)
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Senior Swimming Gala 2024

Scouts, Explorers, Network & Adults

Venue: Willesden Leisure Centre

Donnington Road, Willesden, NW10

Time: 18.00 to 21.30

Date: Saturday 30th November 2024

Please ensure you arrive for 6pm in full uniform.

Young people swimming

Younger members can swim in an older age group within their section, but older ages cannot swim in younger age groups. Only invested members will be able to participate. A person whose birthday is on the day of the Gala must swim in the older age group. i.e. A Cub Age 9 = Class B

Class	Beavers	Cubs	Scouts	Explorers
Class A	Age 6	Age 8	10.5 to 11	14 and 15
Class B	Age 7	9 to 10.5	12 and 13	16 and 17

Scoring of points

Points will be awarded according to the finishing place of each entrant in the race, the points are allocated as follows:

First place = 10
Second place = 8
Third place = 6
Fourth place = 4
Fifth place = 2

NOTE: Double points scored for relay races. Half points are awarded in heats.

Special Events / Races

The District Championships are separate “Special Events” with their own Trophies and awards; therefore, these races WILL NOT count towards the overall points.

Number in events

Each Colony, Pack, Troop and Unit may only enter a maximum of 2 competitors for each race.
Each competitor may enter a maximum of 2 events, excluding the Relay or District Championship.
No competitor may swim twice in the Relay.

POR ruling on swimming

All youth members need to be able to swim to participate in the competitive swimming races, but members taking part in the non-swimmers (Beavers egg and Spoon race) need to be members that cannot swim.

The District championship

Scouts – Can only be swum by Scouts from Class B
Explorers – Open to all Explorer Scouts and Young Leaders

Heats and Finals

Heats will be run for each event where there are more than six entrants, the race will be run as two heats. Where possible entrants from the same group will be put in different heats.

If there are six or less competitors for a race, the race will run and scored as a final.

Heat & Finals winners

All swimmers who finish in a pointed place (1st, 2nd, 3rd etc.) will receive a token or place card, which they must then take to the score keepers table; who will record their name, group & finishing place to ensure the scores are added correctly to the groups running total.

Swimming Strokes

We are not part of any Swimming Clubs, and we do not expect all of the young people taking part in the event to be of club level, but we do expect all competitors to know how to do the strokes including which leg kicks to use, if a young person does not know how to swim a stroke, or fails to swim the correct stroke, that young person could be disqualified from that race.

Footwear

No outside footwear worn internally at poolside.

Members and leaders watching and cheering

Can you all please make sure that while we all know that we all get very excited while we are at the event, it is of uppermost importance that you all remain seated, so that we don’t have any accidents, can you please make sure that all young people walk on poolside as this again will stop any potential accidents. VIDEO RECORDING and PHOTOGRAPHTY is prohibited whilst poolside.

In all Rules and matters above, the Judge’s decision is final

Races

All races except relays are held for both Class A and Class B.

Scouts:

Front Crawl
Backstroke
Breaststroke
Relay:
- A Front Crawl
- A Backstroke
- B Breaststroke
- B Front Crawl
District Championship, Class B only, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

Explorer Scouts:

Front Crawl
Backstroke
Breaststroke
Relay:
- A Front Crawl
- A Backstroke
- B Breaststroke
- B Front Crawl
District Championship, Any class, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

Scout Network:

Front Crawl
Backstroke
Breaststroke
District Championship, 4 lengths at least 1 of each stroke

Adults:

Front Crawl

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Aug

to 22 Aug

International, Explorer Scouts, Scouts, Scout Network, Adults

Kandersteg Expedition 2025

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 07:00 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 20:00
Kandersteg International Scout Centre (map)
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Located high in the Bernese Oberland of Switzerland, Kandersteg hosts the world’s only International Scout Centre.

The trip to Kandersteg offers many opportunities for all Scouts. Whilst it is an ideal time to provide challenge and adventure for the older Scouts, it is also a great experience for younger Scouts too; who rarely get a chance to take part in international Scouting events on this scale.

The Kandersteg Expedition is for Scouts, Explorer Scouts, Network Scouts and Scouters aged 12 and over, be it relaxing in idyllic surroundings, or for the more energetic there are numerous activities available - Swimming, Bowling, Cycling, White Water Rafting, A Hike up the Mountains or a Stroll to the Village, a ride on the Cable Cars the views are beautiful.

There is a boat that takes you across the lakes from Thun to Speiz. The biggest bonus of all is the opportunity to discover a warm, friendly international environment in one of the most beautiful countries.

Greater London Middlesex West

The county will be taking the main strain of organising this International event. They have been coordinating this expedition since 1960’s and every four years set up a solid framework for Groups and Districts to attend. To date, they have over 700 members interested from across the County. Many members of the team have a great deal of experience from previous expeditions and plans since early this year have already started proceeding.

Brent District Contingent

We would like to seize this opportunity and take a large contingent of Scouts, Explorers, Network, Leaders and supporters from Brent District on an International Experience to Kandersteg. For some, it may be the chance of a lifetime to camp at the only World Scout Centre. Explore the breathtaking scenery and at the same time, work to gain International Friendship. For others hopefully, it will be the start of many International experiences and be able to springboard from this experience into planning their own International experiences for the years to come. It is also a chance for the District to come together coordinate and formulate a Leadership team to mirror the County and organise the District Contingent.

Expedition Fees

Scouts (12 - 14 only): £1,500
Explorer Scouts (14 - 18): £1,750
Scout Network (18 - 25): £1,750
Adult Leaders: £1,000

Ages are those at the time of travel.

This fee includes:

The Expedition, including all travel and food costs
Two pre-event camps, a one-night in 2024 and a two-night in 2025
Two pre-event activities (day or evening)
T-shirt, badge and necker

Access Fund

Fundraising

We will be undertaking fundraising activities in the run-up to the expedition including cake sales and supermarket bag packing. Depending on the success of the fundraising we may be able to add additional activities or reduce the fees.

Payment Schedule

Payments will be 15 monthly payments from March 2024 to May 2025.

Scouts (12 - 14 only): £100
Explorer Scouts (14 - 18): Initial £140, then 14 payments of £115
Scout Network (18 - 25): Initial £140, then 14 payments of £115
Adult Leaders: Initial £68, then 14 payments of £63 (£50 already paid with registration)

Extra Costs

In addition to the expedition cost you will need spending money for occasional expenses and souvenirs. We recommend using a prepaid currency card rather than cash.

Travel & Transport

The County is negotiating with both BA and Swiss Air for seats on morning flights from Heathrow and London City to Zurich and Geneva, with flight time approx 2hr 20min. We are hoping to arrange a transfer to Kandersteg by train from the airport (with perhaps one change of train) to Kandersteg village. Hand luggage will only be taken on the outgoing and return journey.

The return journey will be the reverse and the County is negotiating for afternoon flights from Zurich and Geneva. Scouts and Scouters will need to proceed to the designated airport under their own steam once this has been allocated to us.

The county is organising two trucks to transport both your main personal baggage and our camping equipment directly to KISC from London. Your personal kit will need to be delivered to a central collection and loading point on a specified day shortly before departure. The district will arrange this for you. This could be as early as one week before departure. For the return journey, the kit will be loaded on the morning of the day we leave and collection will be from the central warehouse a couple of days later. With your kit, you will need to provide a customs declaration of the items and their value.

We will give you more details on the packing and loading of your kit nearer the time. By having everybody’s personal kit on the trucks we make the transfer process as efficient as possible by avoiding the check-in and collection delays of bags at the airports.

Activities

During several of our contingent meetings, we will discuss programme activities. These will be a balance of adventurous, challenging, alpine, cultural, and relaxing days. There will be an opportunity for Scouts and Scouters to gain some of the badges and alpine awards.

From activities on the site including the Nature Trail, Eco Quiz, and Bat Watch; through to activities in the surrounding area such as hill walking, abseiling, and climbing; up to Alpine High Adventures like ice climbing, and white water rafting. Spending a night at one of the Mountain Huts surrounding the valley should be considered a must, while for a more relaxing day, jump on the train to Thun or Interlaken and take in the shopping. For those wanting to visit another Country during their trip then the Italian Lakes are only 120 miles by train; while the natural wonders of the Trummelback Falls and the Eiger are closer at hand.

When choosing activities care and consideration will be adhered to budget, value for money, and the suitability of the Scout.

Food

This will be distributed by the County daily and calculated per head. We will have no refrigeration facilities on site so all food is kept centrally. Food will be prepared and cooked back at our camp by a duty patrol and Leader for the whole contingent. At our pre-Kandersteg meets there will be an opportunity to experiment and taste some food. The menu will be set each day by County and the ingredients sourced locally are of Swiss Culture. Dietary and allergy requirements will need to be confirmed to the County with good notice.

Administration

During the lead-up to the Expedition, we will need to collect a lot of information, including names, addresses, dates of birth, Special diets, passport numbers, national health numbers, etc.

To keep costs down we will be using e-mail where possible as well as have a Facebook page, WhatsApp Group, and website to keep you regularly updated.

Planning Meetings

We will schedule pre-Kandersteg meetings with our Brent District Contingent once we have selected our unit members. This will be to develop teamwork amongst Scouts and Scouters. Learn and hone specific skills needed for the expedition. Choose activities and organise rotas, keep up to date with the latest information. Design the camp and help pull equipment together. Equipment lists and personal kit lists will be listed at the next meeting.

This will include:

2x Full Days Events
1x 1 Night Camp
1x 2 Nights Camp with travel
4x Evening Meetings

What happens next?

Information Webinar

We are running two webinars where you can find out about the expedition and ask question. There will be a 30-minute presentation and then 30 minutes for questions.

Applications

Scouts & Explorer Scouts

Those born between 12th August 2007 and 12th August 2013

We have a limited number of places for Scouts and Explorers and anticipate a high demand; we will be running two selection days for those interested in attending.

Saturday 17th February, 10 am to 4 pm
Sunday 25th February, 10 am to 4 pm

Both days will include a parent Q&A session at 3 pm

You will need to book a space at one of the two sessions if you are interested in joining.

After the second selection day we will inform you if you have been selected to take part.

Selection Days

Scout Network

Those born between: 22nd August 2000 and 12th August 2007

Those who will be Scout Network members at the time of the event can join as participants without the responsibilities of leading young people. They will take part in their own programme.

Application Form

Adult Leaders

Those born before 12th August 2007

Application Form

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St. George's Day Parade & Promise Renewal

Apr

Beaver Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Explorer Scouts, Scout Network

St. George's Day Parade & Promise Renewal

Sunday, 28 April 2024
14:00 16:30
Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill (map)
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Our founder, Lord Baden-Powell, designated St. George as the patron saint of Scouting as he set a good example of faith, courage and perseverance. Scouts from around the world will renew their promises on this day and remind themselves of what it means to be a scout, a member of the largest youth movement in the world. It is an expectation that all young people will make every effort to attend this event.

It is also our opportunity to celebrate everything our members have achieved during the year, and we present awards to our youth and adult members.

Programme

14:00: Arrival

Groups to Muster at the South end of Wembley Park Boulevard. Once parents/guardians have dropped off young people, they should proceed to Olympic Way to watch the parade.

14:30: The Parade will start at 2:30 pm sharp!

The parade will process North on Wembley Park Boulevard, turning right onto Engineers Way, then left onto Olympic Way and finishing at Olympic Square. The Parade will take approximately 20 minutes.

14:50: Parade Dismissed

Groups and families walk to Lycée International de Londres Winston Churchill

15:00: Award & Promise Renewal Ceremony

Flag Ceremony
Live Music from our Youth Members
Youth Member Awards
Adult Service Awards
Promise Renewal

16:15: Refreshments

After the ceremony, refreshments will be served.

17:00: Departure

Muster Point

Ceremony Location

Parade

Group will parade in order, with the youngest section first, i.e. beavers, followed by cubs, then scouts and then Explorers. It is up to the discretion of the Squirrel & Beaver Scout Leaders, along with the Group Scout Leaders, if they wish their Squirrels & Beavers to parade.

Full uniform is required for the parade. Coats should only be worn if it is raining or below 8ºC, and therefore young people should wear layers (i.e. thermal vest) underneath their uniform. Gloves are recommended; however, hats are not permitted.

Everyone is reminded that we will be on public display and that our conduct should reflect this.

Talking on parade should be restricted to the control of members. Smoking is not permitted, nor is the wearing of AirPods or headphones, etc.