My name is Greg Parker, and I run a scuba diving school operating across Bristol and would like to be able to offer scuba diving as an activity to more local scout groups. Scuba diving is a fun, exciting and educational activity. It’s also a perfect activity to run through the winter, as we operate…
Axe District has been contacted by Bristol Zoological Society about their upcoming campaign on palm oil. Please see below the message we received, if you could take the time to take part in their survey I am sure your input would be extremely valuable to them. Dear Avon Scouts, Next year Bristol Zoological Society are…
Oh Joy, clear skies and no wind set us up for a great walk in the Black Mountains for this late October ramble. A group of eight Scouts from Congresbury, Blagdon and Winscombe set off from Crickhowell heading up towards Table Mountain, a Neolithic encampment looking over the Usk valley. James and William have explored…
we have received details of a fantastic little campsite in North London a short walk from Mill Hill East Underground station which makes it the perfect site to use if you want everything a campsite should offer and visiting London too! The site offers three buildings: The Lodge with 8 bedrooms of 4 beds,…
The Maniaxe Explorer Scout Unit are collecting donations for the homeless in Weston-super-Mare and Bristol as part of their Platinum Challenge badge. With the winter fast approaching and knowing the British weather, they are looking for supplies to help in the winter months. This may include: Sleeping bags Gloves, scarves, winter hats Jumpers Warm socks…
The Axe Communications Manager Chris, visited 1st Ashcombe Scout Troop and together they put together this post to share the exciting and adventurous activites being done by this section. 1st Ashcombe Scouts decided to test their tree climbing skills on their Summer Camp 2017. Scouts testing out…
Friday 3rd November will see Kewstoke Scout Group once again holding a firework display which is open to everyone. The fireworks are due to commence from 20.00hrs. Anyone interested can purchase tickets in advance at a cost of £3.00 each, or if purchased on the night the tickets will cost £3.50 each. This year they…
Yeo Explorers head off to the German Alps for their summer expedition and camp…
Taking to the hills, moors or mountains can be exciting, inspiring and challenging. They can provide a great setting for team and self-development, fun and adventure. Avon County have a vibrant and active hillwalking unit. They help volunteers to meet activity authorisation training requirements and develop the necessary skills, experience and confidence and to deliver safe…
