Water Aid – Program idea

Would you like a night off from programme planning? The Scout Association and WaterAid have linked up to raise awareness of water-related problems.  As a warranted Scouter associated with water activities, a registered WaterAid speaker and a retired Engineer working on water-related projects, I know the importance of clean water. During the winter months, I […]

Avon Conference 2018 – 4 November 2018

The Conference will be held on Sunday 4 November at Bridge Learning Campus, William Jessop Way, Hartcliffe, Bristol, BS13 0RL. Avon Summit 2018 will be a day for you to hear about the future plans of The Scouts and the county. We want to tell you all about the plans but also give you skills to take […]

Duke of Edinburgh Award – Newsletter

Dof E June 2018 newsletter  

Avon Jamboree 2020 – 22 May through to Monday 25 May – Save the Date !

Free Canoeing & Rowing 15 Sept at Bristol Docks

Canoeing & Rowing during Bristol ‘Open Doors Day’ Date: Sat 15 September 2018 Venue: Boathouse, Bristol Docks Cost:  £25 deposit per session booked, this will be refunded on the day on arrival. There will also be a rare opportunity to explore Redcliffe caves   Information and booking form  

Hill walking – Basic Skills (T1) weekend

Basic Skills (T1) Weekend Date: 12th-14th October 2018 Venue: Glyn Tawe Outdoor Centre Cost: £75 This weekend is an ideal follow on to our introductory day of 16th Sept. The event is a half board catered weekend in a bunkhouse in the Brecon Beacons. It is designed for those who want to learn the basics […]

Hill walking – Introductory Day – Sunday 16 September 2018

Hillwalking Introductory Day –  Date: Sunday 16th September Venue: Mafeking Hall, Redwick Road, Pilning, Bristol, BS35 4LQ Cost:  £10 This is designed for all Leaders and Network members who want to learn the basics to enable them to take young people out walking in Terrain 0. The morning is in the scout hut in Pilning […]

Avon County Scout Rifle Club – Annual Competition 30 Sept

On Sunday 30th September 2018, the AS Rifle Club will host their annual Shooting & Archery competition at Chelwood Campsite – more information can be found here. The 2018 Competition Registration is now live. Please Click here to register Main Competitions @ £12.50: – AGB Archery Competition 10M Sporter Air Rifle Field Target course Knockout 3P […]

Avon County Scouts Sailing Section – Adult Training Courses

The sailing season has started on the harbour with the usual busy programme. Taster sessions are booked well ahead and we look forward to another successful summer.  We welcome any adults – either parents or friends – who would like to join our active team. If you would like to become more involved, please speak to the Officer […]

Avon County Sailing Section – Yacht Sailing on Discovery

YACHT SAILING ON DISCOVERY Did you know that Scouts have 2 yachts based in the Hamble River near Southampton which can be booked for weekends or week trips around the UK or into Europe? 20 Scout members from Midsomer Norton and Clutton Scout groups plus members of Avon Scout Sailing section club hired 2 boats […]