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Dear <<First Name>>
Welcome to this edition of Wysmail, (West Yorkshire Scouts Mailing and Information List.) |
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🎉Congratulations to this Quarters Award Recipients🏆👏 Tom Caselton (County) - Award of Merit
Angela Theabould (Bradford South) - Award of Merit Les Horsley (Bradford North) - Silver Acorn Ian Clough (County) - Silver Acorn Sue Caselton (County) - Silver Acorn Kathryn Starr (Huddersfield South West) - Bar to the Silver Acorn David Cowburn (Halifax) - Silver Wolf
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World Scout Jamboree - Applications |
Applications are now open for young people to be part of our Unit for the World Scout Jamboree, taking place from 30th July – 8th August 2027 in Gdańsk, Poland
Open to Scouts aged 14–17 (born between 30 July 2009 and 30 July 2013)
Applications close: 21st September 2025
Selection events will take place in September/October 2025 |
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Do you love inspiring young minds? We’re working in partnership with the Raspberry Pi Foundation to build a programme delivery team that can support leaders in Districts and Groups to deliver the Digital Maker badge.
If you believe you can help build digital skills across Scouting in West Yorkshire and would be interested in receiving bespoke training from Raspberry Pi to develop your own skills, then sign up for one of our upcoming information calls to learn more.
This is open to all adult volunteers across the County, Network, Young Leaders and Explorers. |
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An opportunity to get involved in making a real difference to your environment and gain a Community Impact Staged badge.
Squirrels in Kirklees are being asked to go to a nearby woodland area and collect fresh acorns to keep safely.
Then, on October 4th, they are invited to come to a special site behind Castle Hill, Huddersfield to plant their acorns.
There will be two sessions to book onto - one meeting at 9.00am and one at 11.00am. Each session lasts 2 hours. Full details will be sent out to those showing interest. |
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4th October 2025 Join Team Peru for a badge-tastic day at Bradley Wood.
Bring your Beavers and Cubs along for exciting, challenging badges that are tricky to cover in weekly sessions.
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Virtual Race Night Fundraiser – You're Invited! |
Join us on Saturday 4th October 2025 at Bradley Wood for an evening packed with fun, laughter, and a little friendly competition – all in support of Team Peru 2026!
Place your bets, Cheer on your favourites Enjoy a night of racing, games, and entertainment. Help raise funds for an unforgettable international Scouting experience. £10 includes entry and supper.
Whether you’re backing a horse or just along for the atmosphere, it’s going to be a night to remember!
Location: Bradley Wood Scout Campsite Time: 7pm |
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Our County Awards Ceremony is now open for registration.
Date : Friday 10th October Time : 7:30pm - 10pm
Book on to receive your scout / explorer / network top awards. |
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Join the Squirrel Scouts Big Day Out at Whistlestop Valley! Saturday 11th October £15
Calling all West Yorkshire Squirrel Scouts! Get ready for an action-packed adventure at Whistlestop Valley in Huddersfield. Our Big Day Out includes exciting go-karting, hands-on educational activities, and a ride on the scenic heritage railway. After a fun-filled day exploring the site and enjoying outdoor games, we’ll wind down with a campfire, games, and a tasty BBQ.
Perfect for young explorers – fun, learning, and memories all in one day! |
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🌲✨ Bradley Wood is BACK! ✨ |
💬 Volunteer Meeting 🗓 15th Oct | 🕖 7:00 PM 📍 Bradley Wood Scout Campsite
Whether you’ve volunteered before or it’s your first time — we want YOU! 🙌 After a tricky few years, we’re relaunching and rebuilding our amazing team.
💚 Love the outdoors? 💚 Want to help young people? 💚 Ready to make friends & have fun?
🍺 Bar open & 🥨 nibbles provided — come for the chat, stay for the snacks!
Come along and be part of the new Bradley Wood story! 🚀 |
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18th October 2025
Scoutopoly is returning in october.
WY Scouts, Explorers & Network £10 Non WY £15 a team.
Scout teams are 4 scouts and 1 leader Explorer/network team are 4-5 people
Price does not include the cost of travel ticket. |
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Programme Ideas & Networking (PIN) Day |
22nd November - A support day to help you in your role covering... programme ideas for all sections, digital tools support market place with campsites, and other organisations ( like RSPB, Canal & Rivers Trust, National Trust and local faith leaders.) Meet the activity teams and find out what is possible for each section. Have a go at some crafts and activities Visit the scouting museum and a fantastic opportunity to network with volunteers from across the county both old and new.
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Scout and Cub 1000 Trees Challenge |
An opportunity to join an environmental project and make a real difference to your environment and gain the Community Impact Staged Badge.
Kirklees council are joining with West Yorkshire Scouts to plant 1000 trees on a site near to Castle Hill, Huddersfield. T
hey have asked for the help of Cubs and Scouts to come to a planting day on Saturday November 29th. There will be three sessions to choose from each designed for up to 50 people
9.00am - 12.00pm
11.00am - 2.00pm
1.00pm - 4.00pm
Cost is £2 per young person.
Please book as a troop or pack and let us know the approximate number of young people and leaders
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Bradford University Science Badge We are pleased to announce some exciting opportunities for Scouts and Cubs to gain their science badge working with Bradford University's STEM centre. |
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Scouts Date - November 1st There will be an option to book onto a morning session (10.00 - 1.00pm) or the afternoon session (2.00pm - 5.00pm) Each session is limited to 30 participants.
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Cubs Date - February 14th 2026 There will be an option to book onto a morning session (10.00 - 1.00pm) or the afternoon session (2.00pm - 5.00pm) Each session is limited to 30 participants.
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19th - 21st June 2026
Get ready for an unforgettable global adventure without leaving camp! "Around the World in 42 Hours" is a thrilling Cub Camp experience where young Scouts will journey across continents through fun-packed activities, cultural challenges, and international games. From crafting passports to trying global cuisine and learning about Scouting around the world, it’s a whirlwind expedition of discovery, friendship, and excitement – all in just 42 hours!
Cost for the weekend will cover camp fees, activities and catering from Friday supper to Sunday lunch.
Expressions of interest opening soon |
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This county initiative continues to run through to the end of 2025. Over 500 badges have already been awarded but groups still have time to complete and claim their award.
To gain the badge, members should take part in any 4 activities from the themed areas.
Finished the award ? Claim your badges One of our programme team will visit you to present the badges. |
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Courses for the rest of this year
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District Events open to other Districts |
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We are always looking for more adult volunteers to help support the event - register your interest here: |
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Want to feel more confident teaching knots, lashings, pulley systems and camp gadgets? This weekend course is for you! Join us at Blackhills-Campsite , 17–19th October for a hands-on, easy-going pioneering course made just for Volunteers. Over the weekend you’ll: 🔗 Learn essential knots, lashings, whipping & splicing ⚙️ Try pulley systems and camp gadgets 🌉 Build at least two pioneering projects It’s relaxed, fully catered, and only £30pp. 📍 Blackhills Campsite 📆 17–19 October 💷 £30pp Come along, Master Pioneering, and bring the adventure back to your Scouts! |
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We are now recruiting for a new County Youth Lead.
Is this you or someone you know. For more information and how to nominate click below Applications close 10th October |
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🌟 District Lead Volunteer – Huddersfield South West Scouts 🌟 |
Huddersfield South West Scout District is on the lookout for our next District Lead Volunteer — and we need your help to find them!
Deadline for applications: 30th September 2025
Nominate Someone Today – Or Step Forward Yourself! We want to cast a wide net — so please think big! Is there someone you know who’s passionate about community? A natural organiser? A great team player? Nominate them! Or if this sounds like your kind of challenge, put yourself forward. |
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🌟 Administrator Vacancies 🌟 |
Do you have strong organisational skills and a knack for keeping things running smoothly? We are looking for dedicated Volunteer Administrators to support our vital work in the county.
We currently have two exciting opportunities:
1. Administrator to the County Lead Volunteer 2. Bradley Wood Sub Committee Administrator
If you’re ready to put your skills to good use and support the smooth running of our activities, we’d love to hear from you!
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Events outside of West Yorkshire Scouts |
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Scouts of the World Award (SOWA) Discovery events |
The Scouts of the World Award is all about delivering a project that makes the world a better place and it is one of Scouting's Top Awards. Attending a SOWA Discovery is the compulsory, first step to begin your award. |
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Are you looking for a challenge for your section? Derbyshire Scouts Kinder Extreme & Kinder Challenge are hill walking events in the Peak District, open to teams of Scouts, Explorers, Network & leaders. This year’s events are on Sunday 12th October with both starting and finishing at Chapel-en-le-Frith in the High Peak. The Kinder Extreme set over 30km whilst the Kinder Challenge is shorter at 16km and is ideal as an introduction to hill walking for the Scout section. To book teams onto either event or to find out further information please visit www.derbyshirescouts.org/kinder. Teams entered and paid for by the 18th September will also be eligible for a free, exclusive Kinder t-shirt. |
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