Three N. Europe District Scout Groups had an amazing time in Eifel National Park, in Vogelsang, Germany over the Whitsun weekend break.
Over the last month we've seen a huge amount of activities across BSO. Here's an update on what's been happening across BSO over the last few weeks
Northern Europe District Camp 12-14 May 2023
Earlier this month, I attended the Northern Europe Scouts District Camp at De Kluis campsite, near Brussels in Belgium. I had the best time meeting 460 BSO members from four-year-old Squirrels to twenty-four-year-old Scout Network members along with a host of amazing BSO leaders. I also enjoyed the opportunity to have dinner with the Brussels BGO Unit where we spoke about the closure and I tried to provide some reassurance that they can continue meeting with their friends with just a few adjustments if they move to Scouting.
At the camp, I joined in with two separate Cub and Scout campfires. I’m pleased to report Northern Europe can sing as loud as any I’ve heard before! I also ended up leading a couple of Scout songs! #PenguinSong #MyNameIsJoe #JustAnotherMadLeader!
In these post-pandemic times, it's crucial for young people to come together and learn the art of normal socialising and making friends. The camp provided a fantastic opportunity for our members to do just that! It is great to feel that our activities are getting back to normal at long last. I had the pleasure of meeting many dedicated volunteers whose passion and commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for our members is truly inspiring.
Telstar, Waterloo and Prague Scouts at Intercamp 26-29 May 2023
BSO in London for the Coronation Weekend
BSO Network were well represented for the Coronation of The King and The Queen on Saturday 6th May 2023.
BSO had ten Network members camping at Gilwell Park. Several members were helping at Hyde Park staffing the big screens. Whilst others were making sure people knew where to go, helping with crowd control in and around Green Park. AAC(YLs) Victoria Mitchell helped on General Duties as part of the registration and info team at Gilwell Park.
A London newspaper also featured our members in a great news article with our Network looking very smart indeed.
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I'm delighted to share the news that Theo Lasar has been appointed as our BSO Youth Lead. Theo will succeed Charlotte, who has given outstanding service as our BSO Youth Lead since 2022, at our AGM during Gilwell Reunion in September. Theo brings has a background of scouting within BSO having started as a Beaver in Telstar, going through all the sections locally in Luxembourg before joining Scout Network last year. On his appointment Theo says, "Having served as Deputy District Youth Lead for Northern Europe over the past year, I have had the opportunity to work alongside District Youth Teams, volunteers and, most importantly, Young People across BSO. As BSO Youth Lead, I look forward to building on that experience by working with the Leadership Team, District Youth Teams and Young People across the Area to continue strengthening youth-shaped Scouting and creating more opportunities for young people to shape their own Scouting experience." The BSO Youth Lead role helps to champion youth voice across Scouts, lead our Youth Team across BSO and contributes to BSO-level decision making as a member of our BSO Leadership Team and BSO Board of Trustees.. The role also supports us to deliver our strategic priorities, and we're confident Theo is the best person to help us do this. He is passionate about giving all young people a place to belong, delivering our strategy to 2035. We're incredibly thankful for everything Charlotte has done for BSO during her term in the role and look forward to celebrating her achievements in the future. We wish Theo every success in his new role Graham Eden BSO Lead Volunteer
British Scouting Overseas is looking for creative and technically minded volunteers to help us redesign and relaunch our website as we move from our current platform to WordPress. British Scouting Overseas supports Scouting for young people and adult volunteers across the world. Our website is an important place for members, parents, volunteers and new families to find information, access resources and discover how to get involved. We are now redesigning the site so it is clearer, easier to update and better reflects the adventure, community and impact of Scouting overseas. About the role We are seeking volunteers to join the BSO Website Team and help develop our new website. These roles would suit people who enjoy practical digital projects, can work collaboratively with others, and want to use their skills to support Scouting across the globe.
British Scouting Overseas is looking for creative and technically minded volunteers to help us redesign and relaunch our website as we move from our current platform to WordPress. British Scouting Overseas supports Scouting for young people and adult volunteers across the world. Our website is an important place for members, parents, volunteers and new families to find information, access resources and discover how to get involved. We are now redesigning the site so it is clearer, easier to update and better reflects the adventure, community and impact of Scouting overseas. About the role We are seeking volunteers to join the BSO Website Team and help develop our new website. These roles would suit people who enjoy practical digital projects, can work collaboratively with others, and want to use their skills to support Scouting across the globe.
