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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...

Jul12017 by MattNo Comments

Staffordshire Big Camp 2017

County Events, Events

Saturday Morning [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/playlists/334646244" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="450" iframe="true" /] Saturday Afternoon [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/playlists/334935679" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="450" iframe="true" /] Sunday Morning [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/playlists/334935971" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="450" iframe="true" /] ...

Jun72017 by Martin SteersNo Comments

OxonJam 2017: Best bits from Out & About

Jam FM, OxonJam

[soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/327036741" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="166" iframe="true" /] Listen to highlights from the Out and About show at OxonJam. This is the show that gets to the heart of what the young people are enjoying around the camp site. Our presenters Joe, Alice and Jemma connect LIVE to our on air studio with Alex and speak to the Scouts about their experiences, what they’re doing at that moment and get real reaction to the adventure at the Jamboree. At OxonJam Out and About visited as many activities as possible, heard from UK Chief Commissioner Tim Kidd, and even had a go in the roller disco to share the experience with those wh...

May122017 by Martin SteersNo Comments

OxonJam: What to look forward to

Jam FM, OxonJam

[soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/322318629" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="166" iframe="true" /] We recently caught up with Paul Thompson the Camp Lead for OxonJam to find out what's in store for those headed to the event. "highlights i know a lot of people have seen on social media are minitanks, but we also have lots of traditional activities such as axe throwing and climbing" There are also some really innovate activities on site like Microsoft are due on site doing some really interesting stuff with tech and apps. The evening activities are set to be bigger than ever before at the county's camp, highlights such as multiplex cinemas, beatbox and B...

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...

Apr122017 by Martin SteersNo Comments

Summit17: Matt Hyde’s thoughts

National Events

[soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/317336269" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="166" iframe="true" /] As part of our series of reports from Summit17, The Scout Association's national conference, we caught up with Matt Hyde, the Chief Executive of TSA, at Summit17. Summit17 looked at and asked members what should we will be doing beyond 2018, the year in which Vision 2018 expires. A key part of the weekend was listening to people, Matt discussed how The Association was going to engage with Leaders and other adult members as part of putting the plan together for beyond 2018. "We are asking people: what do they think are the big issues?" Matt also touched on t...

Oct302016 by Martin SteersNo Comments

Scarefest 2016

Events, Scarefest

[soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/290643789" 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 the second year running Scout Radio was at Scarefest! The weekend camp at the UK Scout Headquarters Gilwell Park gave Scouts and Explorers from all over the country a real fright. Held over Halloween weekend, the event was definitely something a little different. After a full day of activities Gilwell Park became a spooky ghost town on the Saturday night, made up with eerie lighting, mist and fog and genuinely terrifying noises coming from all directions. A highlight of the camp - the three mazes participants were asked to brave. Ranging from pitch blac...

Oct292016 by Martin SteersNo Comments

Scarefest 2016: Listen Again

Events, Scarefest

Did you have a show on Scout Radio at Scarefest 2016? You can listen again below! [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/playlists/271298293" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="450" iframe="true" /]

Oct262016 by Martin SteersNo Comments

Scarefest 2016 – Get involved and get onair!

Events, Scarefest

Scout Radio is heading to Scarefest 2016! - The action packed Halloween adventure at Gilwell Park We are broadcasting live from 'The Den' all weekend (near Chubbies and the Market Square), and as well as enjoying our broadcast you can also have a go yourself! You and your friends can have your own mini radio show during the activity session times, why not drop on by to book your own slot on Scout Radio... The entire experience takes about 35 minutes for the planning and being on air! and once you have had your show you will be able to listen back again online here the week after! Activity slots are:  Friday: 07:30pm – 10:00pm  Saturday day: 10:30am – 05:00pm  Saturday evening: 06:30pm – 10:30pm (followed by firework show)  Sunday: 10:00am – 12:30pm For those on and off site you ca...

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 ...