Pioneering is a traditional Scouting skill, which involves building large outdoor structures using spars (small tree trunks) and ropes. It's a test of ingenuity (design), skill (knots and lashings) and teamwork (construction). This year Barnsley District Scouts are running a Pioneering Badge weekend at Silverwood. It's an opportunity for Scouts to learn pioneering skills, and take part in the construction of a number of different projects, under the leadership of some very enthusiastic and knowledgeable adults. The aim is that Scouts will do enough to earn the Pioneer Badge over the course of the weekend.
Scouts will need a basic knowledge of knots and lashings already. And be warned, rain or shine most of the event will take place outdoors.
This is a residential course - Scouts will be eating and sleeping in The Lodge building. The course starts Friday evening and finishes Sunday afternoon. The cost is £35 which includes food and accommodation. The event is open to Scouts from Barnsley District, and places are limited, so let the Scout Leaders know asap if you're interested in attending.
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