Horsham Weald Scouts Jamboree Pedal

Members of the West Sussex 23rd World Scout Jamboree contingent from Horsham Weald District pedaled with support from friends and parents part way to Japan today.
They set up 7 turbo trainers and together clocked up more 600 miles.
Each member of the contingent had sponsors for the distance covered.

Megan and Scott are part of the team - they explained what they have been doing to the Distroct Commissioner for Scouts in Horsham Weald.

If you would like to make a contribution to help Horsham Weald Scouts attend the World Jamboree in Japan next year or would like to find out more about volunteering for Scouts please contact Peter Scofield District Commissioner Horsham Weald Scouts by e-mail to dcweald@gmail.com or click this link Horsham Weald Scouts Want To Join page

3 Peaks Jamboree Challenge - WSJ 2015 5Th10th Horsham Scouts

 The Challenge

Megan Longdon (15) an Explorer Scout with Europa Explorer Scout Unit, Horsham Weald Scout District will be taking on the tough challenge of scaling the three highest peaks of the UK: Ben Nevis 1344m (29th July) Scotland, Scafell Pike 978m (30th July) England, Snowdon 1085m (31st July) Wales,.

The climbs will be completed over 3 days and may have the occasional surprise thrown in. 

Megan will be supported by a team consisting of Julia (15) another member of Europa ESU, and brother Dylan (13) from 5th /10th Horsham Scouts. 

Dad Simon, mum Mandy and sister Holly also from 5th/10th Horsham Weald Scouts plan to join for some of the treks

The Charity

Megan has been selected to attend the 23rd World Scout Jamboree in Japan in 2015 as part of the UK contingent fees fund individual costs and help youths from LDC's to attend. In Japan, cross-cultural learning,looking at the environment, development, human rights, health, science and technology. A peace programme culminating in a trip to Hiroshima. Working closely with the local community. It is an extraordinary experience for everyone involved, providing them with something that will stay with them for life, as well as building strong ties with Scouts from other countries.

The Training

If only....... Hikes and cycle rides have been completed to prepare. Box Hill in Surrey was a good place to get used to the gradients. 

How can you help?

The following link to Mountain Warehouse is a Three Peaks Challenge competition to receive votes. The majority voted link will receive £5000 which Megan would put straight in to the Jamboree and give back the money donated by 5/10. It’s easy to vote but we need a few hundred votes to win.

Mountain Warehouse 3 Peaks Challenge - vote for Megan

The link below is to the 5/10 Virgin Just Giving site where Megan has a page for people to donate money for her climbing the Three Peaks.

To sponsor Megan click here 

Horsham Weald Scout District Cross Country Cycle Race

Sunday 29th June saw the “Horsham Weald Scout Cross Country cycle race” return with a bang. Despite the downpours on Saturday while setting the weather improved on the day. There were around 60 participants on the start line coming from all age groups (Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers & Adults). All participants and spectators had a great time, supporting and encouraging each other throughout the day. Thanks and congratulations to everyone who took part, but particularly to all the finalists in each age group. A big thank you goes out to the following local businesses who supported the event, giving prizes and their time freely to ensure that it was a great success.

AD Cycles - www.adcycles.net, Tel: 01403258391, Twitter: @ADC_Horsham
The Candy Box, www.candybox.biz, Tel: 01403 254174
Battle Quest Games - info@battlequestgames.co.uk, Tel: 01403242003
Sussex Lighting UK Ltd – www.sussexlighting .co.uk, Tel: 01403241933, Twitter: @sussexlighting
Horsham Bikes – www.horshambikes.co.uk, Tel: 07880806209

Hear what some of those involved had to say;

AD Cycles - scrutineers and sponsors

A parent and participant

A Scout

Parents and participants

Simon - Horsham Bikes  - technical support and sponsor

 

Alan, Sam and the whole team are looking forward to next year’s event already and hope to increase participation at all levels and encouraging healthy competition within Horsham Weald Scout District.

Alan stated “Sam and I have been really thrilled with the take up at this year’s event. We hope the message gets passed around to other Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorer Scouts, Leaders and parents to encourage more entries in 2015 and beyond. This was a fantastic Scout family event!” To find out more about joining Scouting and the opportunities it offers to adults and young people go to: Horsham Weald District - http://horshamwealdscouts.org/join.html West Sussex Scouts - http://www.westsussexscouts.org.uk/join-us/volunteer.aspx Scout Association - http://scouts.org.uk/get-involved/

To speak to the District Commissioner call - 0779 267 2443

Scout Association vision for a Youth Shaped future

 It is the Scout Associations stated vision it will be an organisation that is shaped by its youth members. to move towards this objective the position of UK Youth Commissioner has been creayed and is open to 18 - 25 year old members.
If you are a young person and aspire to help shape our great Movement for the future then click on the link below and find our more.

UK Youth Commissioner link