District Shooting Team - Team Trials
Sat 18th Jan (10:30am - 1:00pm)
Where: 1st Kilcreggan Scout Group, Fort Road, Kilcreggan, Argyll & Bute, G84 0LG
The District shooting team will be running Team trials that are open to all Scouts & Explorers in Dunbartonshire. These trials will decide the team that will compete in the 2025 Scouts Inter-County Competition held in Aldersley.
Organiser: Sam Hartland (Target Sports Team) sam.hartland@dunbartonshirescouts.org.uk |
Module 9 - Working with Adults
Wed 22nd Jan (7:30pm - 9:30pm)
Where: online
In this module you’ll learn about effective communication, listening skills, decision making structures and representing others. |
Module 11 - Administration
Tue 4th Feb (7:30pm - 9:30pm)
Where: Online
In this module you’ll learn best practice on how to manage administrative tasks at Scouts, and what your responsibilities are towards Data Protection Act/GDPR, record keeping, finances and insurance requirements. |
District Ceilidh & Social 2025
Sat 22nd Feb (7:30pm - 11:30pm)
Where: The Osprey Suite, Commodore Inn, Helensburgh
We invite all our adult volunteers within Dunbartonshire to dance the night away, socialise and connect with fellow volunteers, or simply unwind with delicious hot food and a fully stocked bar. Join us for just £10 per person. This ticket price includes not only the fantastic live music but also the delicious hot food. Drinks available to purchase. We truly appreciate all that you do for scouting and invite you to join us for a night of fun, laughter, dancing and socialising to recognise all of the hard work that has been done on behalf of our Groups and District. |
Leader social at Top Golf
Fri 28th Feb (8:00pm - 10:00pm)
Where: TopGolf Glasgow, 10 Duchess Place Glasgow, Scotland G73 1DR
Leaders and Networkers, it’s time to hit it out of the park! 🏌️♂️
Join other volunteers across West Region for an exciting evening of fun, and friendly competition at Topgolf for a Leader social! 🎉
📅 Date: 28th February 2025
⏰ Time: 2000 (8pm)
📍 Location: TopGolf Glasgow, 10 Duchess Place Glasgow, Scotland G73 1DR
💷 £40 per person
This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow leaders from all over the Region, share ideas, and of course, show off your swing! 🏌️♀️✨ |
Meeting the Challenges
Sun 2nd Mar (10:00am - 4:00pm)
Where: Online
Meeting the Challenges training covers topics such as how to tackle difficult reviews, disputes, suspension, complaints and managing safeguarding incidents.
This course will be delivered via Zoom on 2nd March 2025 from 10am to 4pm.
The cost of the training is £7.
Closing date is 14th February 2025, or sooner if maximum numbers reached. |
Module 19 - International
Wed 5th Mar (7:30pm - 9:30pm)
Where: Online
In this module you’ll learn about world Scouting and international Scout events. You’ll also learn about the benefits of international activities to young people, and how to include international aspects in your programme. |
Young leader training
Fri 7th (5:00pm) to Sun 9th Mar (4:00pm)
Where: To be confirmed
The Young Leaders' Scheme is a programme of 10 modules and four missions (or projects) designed to help and support those aged between 14 and 18 who work with a section (Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs and Scouts) as a Young Leader. |
DofE / King Scout Award Residential Weekend 1
Fri 4th to Sun 6th Apr
Where: Lapwing Lodge
Organisers - West Region Scouts
More details to follow shortly. Keep an eye out on West Region Scouts social media channels. |
DofE / King Scout Award Residential Weekend 2
Fri 11th to Sun 13th Apr
Where: Lapwing Lodge
Organisers - West Region Scouts
More details to follow shortly. Keep an eye out on West Region Scouts social media channels. |
Scouts inter county shooting competition
Fri 11th to Sun 13th Apr
Where: Aldersley, West Midlands
More details to follow. |
District Target Sports Competition
Sat 19th Apr (9:30am - 4:00pm)
Where: 1st Kilcreggan Scout Group, Fort Road, kilcreggan Argyll & Bute, G84 0HJ
Calling all Scouts and Explorers!
Join us for an action-packed day of target sports activities at our Scout/Explorer District Target Sports Competition, where teams of Scouts and Explorers will compete against each other in a friendly competition to display their skills.
Teams can consist of either a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 8 of Scouts or Explorers, divided into their respective age groups for fairness. Unfortunately we are required to limit this event to the maximum of two teams per group. There is a cost of £5 per person.
A series of exciting activities will be held, including:
HFT (Air Rifle)
Target Shooting (Air Rifle)
Laser Run
Tomahawk Throwing
Archery
Slingshot
Prizes:
First place in the Scout team
First place in the Explorer team
First Individual
First Individual winner for each stand |
District Camp - All Sections
Fri 25th Apr (7:00pm) to Tue 27th May (2:00pm)
Where: Lapwing Lodge
Our first annual District Camp! All sections are welcome to come and enjoy an action packed weekend of activities, games, campfire and fun! Speak to your Group Lead Volunteer for further details |
Achieving Growth
Sat 26th Apr (10:00am - 4:00pm)
Where: Online
Achieving Growth training covers topics such as growth, development planning and the recruitment and retention of young people and adult volunteers.
Please ensure that the relevant Independent Learning is complete before coming on the course.
This course will be delivered online on 26th April 2025 from 10am to 4pm.
The cost of the training is £7
Closing date is 11th April 2025, or sooner if maximum numbers reached. |
Regional Skills Weekend
Fri 9th to Sun 11th May
Where: Lapwing Lodge
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Auchengillan Jamboree 2025
Sat 2nd to Sat 9th Aug
Where: Auchengillan Outdoor Centre, Stockiemuir Road, Blanefield, Glasgow, G63 9BA
Getting ready for an exciting, unforgettable adventure! The campsite will be buzzing with energy as you’ll have the chance to queue up for a variety of challenging activities – and the best part? No tickets needed!
This camp promises to be packed with fun and unforgettable experiences to cherish for a lifetime |
Regional Day of Celebration
Sat 16th Aug
Where: To be confirmed
Join other volunteers across West Region celebrating Scouting and our volunteers. More details will be published shortly. |
Regional AGM
Sat 16th Aug
Where: To be confirmed
Join other volunteers at the Regions Annual General Meeting, find out what has been happening within Scouting in your region. |
Regional Leader Dinner Dance
Sat 16th Aug
Where: To be confirmed
Region will also be hosting a dinner dance after the day of celebration/AGM. More details will be published shortly. |
West Region Leader & Network Camping Competition
Fri 5th to Sun 7th Sep
Where: Lapwing Lodge
More details to be published shortly. |
West Region Scout & Explorer Camping Competition
Fri 3rd to Sun 5th Oct
Where: Lapwing Lodge
More details to be published shortly. |