Adam, Author at Scout Radio

Aug12017 by AdamNo Comments

Muslim Scout International Jamboree

Events, News

2017 saw the first Muslim Scout International Jamboree at Kibblestone campsite in Staffordshire. Over a thousand Muslim Scouts from as far afield as Indonesia and Australia joined together for a four day programme of activities themed around the planet earth. Its a great experience for all scouts...and even the leaders, they enjoy it [too] [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/335848636" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="166" iframe="true" /] For many groups on site this was their first big camp and we caught up with some of them to find out what they have been getting up to. [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/335849003" params="color=ff5500&a...

Apr262017 by AdamNo Comments

Scout Radio at the London Marathon 2017

London Marathon

The London Marathon is one of the iconic days on the British calendar with thousands running for causes close to their hearts and millions watching on from the course and further afield. It is a day Scout Radio loves, being able to suppose Scout runners who have dedicated months of their lives to training and fundraising is a privilege. We caught up with some of this years Scout runners, Dave Mills, Kevin Stone, Simon Read and Stuart Wilson at the end of the gruelling 26.2 mile race. [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/319621515" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="166" iframe="true" /] [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/319621514" params="co...

Sep42016 by AdamNo Comments

Reunion 2016 – Adventure Programme

News, Reunion

Gilwell Reunion is a fantastic place to gather new programme ideas. Scout Radio caught up with a number of the stalls that offer more adventurous activities away from a typical section night. [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/281348735" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="166" iframe="true" /] Stood infant of a number of Jetskis, Paul from Oyster Coast told us about what they can offer on the Kent coast we offer courses and day experiences to Scouting at pretty much cost price Chris from Scout 4x4 Driver training for adults, getting people who don't necessarily know how they work to take them out of their comfort zone to learn new skills. For more news from ...

Sep42016 by AdamNo Comments

Reunion 2016 – What adult support is available?

News, Reunion

The Scout Association is working hard to support leaders and adults within Scouting, and Gilwell Reunion was the place to be this weekend to find out more. [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/281344451" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="166" iframe="true" /] Glenn from the Regional Services team highlighted the need for the support team to be visible, not only at events like Reunion but in other way through the support material It's no good having a new adult in place if there's no support there to back them up The teams were keen for adults to come forward if there was anything they needed a hand with, from adult training to sourcing new leaders and resourc...

Sep42016 by AdamNo Comments

Reunion 2016 – What can the Scout’ corporate partnerships do for you?

News, Reunion

As well as to have a good time, lots of leaders come to Reunion to learn about the activities and programme ideas they can bring back to their groups for weekly meetings and to go towards their badges. Reunion is a unique opportunity for some of The Scout Association's corporate and charity partners to showcase their contributions to the Scout programme, we sent Josh to find out more. [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/281342004" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="166" iframe="true" /] The Alzheimers Society are involved with A Million Hands who are encouraging Scouts to become dementia friends. We've had some amazing ones [successes]...we're coming up to 1...

Sep22016 by AdamNo Comments

Reunion 2016 – Wayne Bulpitt opens and discusses future

News, Reunion

Its Friday night at Gilwell Reunion 2016, Scout Radio is broadcasting throughout the weekend to over 2400 adult volunteers. UK Chief Commissioner Wayne Bulpitt. opened his last Reunion in the role by asking attendees to have: one amazing party. [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/281135049" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="166" iframe="true" /] Scout Radio's Adam caught up with Wayne immediately following the opening ceremony were he described what reunion means for him: It's the friendship that we get here, for me in particular with Scouting even people that may have a different view than me, people who we've debated things and we've agreed to differ and w...

Feb102016 by AdamNo Comments

In Conversation With Matt Hyde – Compass Update

In Conversation With, News

For better or worse many Scout Leaders will remember 2015 for The Scout Associations new membership system Compass. There is no doubt that there have been more than a few teething problems, with a revised version of Compass being released at the end of January 2016 after many months of delays. It is of little surprise that a large chunk of our recent In Conversation With Matt Hyde was dedicated to Compass. [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/246418737" params="auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true" width="100%" height="450" iframe="true" /] Matt's first words on Compass summed up the issues that not only grassroots level Scouters have had but also the issues experience at headquarters. They...

Feb92016 by AdamNo Comments

In Conversation With Matt Hyde – What has been achieved in the first few years?

In Conversation With, News

Our latest In Conversation With saw Scout Radio catch up with matt Hyde, Chief Executive of The Scout Association. Matt is approaching 3 years as Chief Exec, we asked him what what he set out to achieve in his first few years. [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/246240811" params="auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true" width="100%" height="450" iframe="true" /] The headline in the first year was the development of the strategy - Scouting for All, which has focused on these four areas of growth, inclusion, being shaped by young people and community impact. After three years of new initiatives and change Matt, sees the need for continued support for those at all level to help reinforce those cha...

Feb42016 by AdamNo Comments

In Conversation with Matt Hyde – Your questions answered

In Conversation With

[soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/245397809" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="166" iframe="true" /] Scout Radio's Martin caught up with Matt Hyde earlier this week to put the questions that you sent in to The Scout Association's Chief Exec as part of our In Conversation With series. As always we had a wide range of questions from Cubs100 to Tim Peake as well as the Compass membership system, all of which Matt answered with his usual informative approach. Matt is approaching his third year anniversary as Chief Exec, and Martin asked him what he set out to achieve in the first few years of his appointment. The headline in the first year was the development...

Oct122015 by AdamNo Comments

Reunion 2015: Linnet Clough Camp Site

News, Reunion

Linnet Clough Camp Site joined Scout Radio's Alice at Reunion 2015 where they told us what makes Linnet Clough so special. [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/228068119" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="166" iframe="true" /] "It was a dairy farm so its got open fields which blends itself for a nice area for camping which takes up to 2000 people" Linnet Clough told us that they are "pretty busy" up until Christmas so book activities early to avoid disappointment. To catch more of the coverage of Gilwell Reunion from Scout Radio head to www.scoutradio.org.uk/reunion.