Pancake Challenge

Pancake Challenge We have a challenge for all Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers. Pancake day is on February 16th this year so why not try making some fantastic creative ones! There are lots of ideas on the internet along with a few interesting ideas here too. Crepe Recipe Ingredients 100g plain flour2 large eggs300ml milk1 tbsp sunflower or vegetable oil, plus a little extra for frying Method STEP 1Put 100g plain flour, 2 large eggs, 300ml milk, 1 tbsp sunflower or vegetable oil and a pinch of salt into a bowl or large jug, then whisk to asmooth batter. STEP 2Set aside for 30 mins to rest if you have time, or start cooking straight away. STEP 3Set a medium […]

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The Great Indoors Weekender

From graduations to trips with friends, young people have missed out on all kinds of things this year. We think they deserve something really special – something for Scouts and non-Scouts, all around the globe – so we’re holding (cue big, boomy voice) The Great Indoors Weekender! Join the UK’s biggest digital summer camp from your living room (or garden, anywhere at home – it’s up to you) on 11–12 July. With surprise celebrity guests, cooking, crafts, music and more, young people (6+) will get the chance to have fun while learning skills like giving stuff a go, thinking for themselves, and playing their part. Get involved. Build a base camp (whether it’s a tent under the stars or a […]

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Gilwell 24 – #TGIWeekender

This weekend would have been the action packed Gilwell 24 weekend – 24 hours of non stop adventure. This year as part of The Great Indoors Weekender, it’s moving online. Here’s the key times for #Gilwell24 and #TGIWeekender starting at lunchtime on Saturday. Make sure you’re following @gilwell24 on Instagram and Twitter and stay tuned for more information over the next couple of days.

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The Great Indoors

The Great Indoors Badge Scouts has been going since 1907 because we’ve learnt to adapt to all that happens around us. Whilst we are not meeting in person, you have a chance to earn a new badge by completing a number of activities. Practical skills – A flair for hot air You will need Sticky tape Cardboard tube Black bin bag Hairdryer The fun bit Tie the bag handles together so that only a small opening remains and tuck the handles inside so they’re not loose. Slide the cardboard tube into the bag opening. (This will make it easier to fill the bags with air, and will also reduce the risk of the bags melting (see safety advice above)) One […]

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Fundays 2020

Fundays is a fun activity day where thousands of Beavers and Cubs head to Gilwell Park for the day to participate in lots of different fun activities. This year, they are moving it online. Join them the weekend of the 13th & 14th June over at www.facebook.com/fundaysuk They’ll be sharing lots of content over the weekend, from 10:00 – 20:30 on Saturday and 10:00 – 19:30 on Sunday. There’ll be lots of activities for Beavers and Cubs to keep boredom at bay whilst at home. The highlight of the weekend will be their live online campfire on Saturday – streaming straight to this page from about 19:10, with the campfire from about 19:30 – 20:15. Don’t worry if you haven’t […]

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