The County Executive Committee has declared a vacancy for an Elected Member (Young Person)
This vacancy is designated as a young member role and is subsequently open only to any member of Suffolk Scouts aged 18 years old and over but who had not reached 25 years old at 1st September 2021.
The tenure of this elected post is for an initial period of up to three years or until the AGM following the member’s 28th birthday whichever comes first.
To nominate a candidate for this vacancy or to apply yourself, please complete the Nomination Form (see below) and forward it to
NOTE: No nomination will be considered if it is not endorsed by a Proposer and Seconder both of whom must be Suffolk County Scout Council members.
For details of County Scout Council members, please see the link below or contact the
The members of the County Executive are sure you all know some very talented young people who might like to be given the opportunity of contributing to the governance of the county. Now is the time to bring these young people forward to further broaden the membership of the County Executive and to continue its commitment to youth representation.
The closing date for the receipt of completed nomination forms is midnight on Thursday 10th March 2022 after which no nominations will be accepted.
The elected people will be announced in due course.
Water Activities - Latest
ExpiredThe Water Activities team have updated their page with requests for information about river licences for various craft (kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, dinghies etc) and also if you would like to take a dinghy leadership permit (respond by 3rd March).
Can you also check the rest of the section that includes paddlesports leadership and canoe/kayak coaches too (respond by 7th Feb please),
All information at the Water Activities webpage
Suffolk News - 30-Jan-2022
ExpiredAfter 29 editions of the last newsletter we have decided to move to a new format which we hope will be easier and more engaging to read. In this Issue which you can view in the download link below, you'll find articles on
- Beaver Log
- Cub’s Capers
- Health and Safety Update
- First Aid Training Update
- Adventurous Activities (including a voucher)
- Safer Internet Day
- New Appointment
- Trustees Corner
and lots of pictures - all in a pdf file.
If you have any comments, good or bad, then please let
Thank you!
CMAT Hill Walking Weekend
ExpiredAfter 2 recent events had to be cancelled, the CMAT team are pleased to announce that the hill walking weekend in the Brecon Beacons based at the Dolygaer Scout Centre for the weekend 4th-6th Feb is now open for bookings. There is a limit of 30 people indoors (no camping available).
This trip is subject to assessment of the Covid 19 risk and the requirements of both English and Welsh authorities. Any changes in the coming weeks may affect the viability of the trip so please check this website/Facebook frequently.
The booking form and relevant details are available from the CMAT Activity page (click on link).
You'll note that the Thetford Off-road Biking event has now been rescheduled for Sunday 10th April - form not yet available.
Unfortunately this course planned for 23rd Jan is now CANCELLED (updated 11-Jan-2022).
The course has been designed to provide adults in Scouting and experienced Explorer Scouts with the enhanced skills required to further their interest and ability in hill walking within the UK and to enable those attending to work towards being assessed for a relevant Scout Association Hill Walking Permit /Personal Permit for under 18’s.
The CMAT team recommend viewing the Virtual Mountain Awareness Course available to download on the CMAT Activity page as it contains a huge amount of useful infomration about keeping safe on the hills and mountains.
Do you have great communication skills? Can you motivate teams and individuals? Are you a good listener and want to help Wolsey Scouts become even more successful? Or do you know someone who is?
Well, we are on the hunt for the next District Commissioner for Wolsey Scouts.
I am asking you if either you might consider taking on this role yourself or if you could think about suggestions for suitable candidates for the role.
The District Commissioner (DC) is a key leadership role in the District to provide management, support, inspiration and coordination to ensure the District runs well, that adults are supported, that young people are safe and that Scouting thrives and grows.
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