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SUMMARY:District Inter-Unit Night Hike (Explorers)
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to put your navigation\, teamwork and outdoor skills to the test? \nThe Doncaster Danum District Night Hike is an annual competition that challenges Explorer Scout teams to navigate through the night\, work together to overcome practical challenges and demonstrate their Scouting skills under pressure. Working independently\, teams will plot their own route before travelling between checkpoints\, completing a series of incident based challenges along the way. \nThe Night Hike provides Explorer Scouts with a memorable overnight adventure while putting their navigation\, teamwork and practical Scouting skills to the test against teams from across the District. \n\nEvent Overview\nThe District Inter Unit Night Hike is one of Doncaster Danum’s annual Explorer Scout competitions\, bringing together teams from across the District for an exciting overnight navigation challenge. \nBeginning at Fishlake Community Hall\, teams will plot their own route before setting off on a night hike to Thorne Methodist Church. Along the way\, they will visit a series of incident bases where they will complete practical Scouting challenges designed to test their navigation\, teamwork\, communication and practical Scouting skills. \nAfter completing the hike\, all participants will stay overnight before enjoying a bacon sandwich breakfast and attending the presentation of trophies and awards on Sunday morning. \n\nWhat to Expect\n\nPlot your own route using the maps provided.\nNavigate independently between checkpoints during a night hike.\nVisit four incident bases\, each featuring realistic Scouting challenges.\nWork together as a team to overcome practical challenges.\nPut your navigation\, teamwork and decision making skills into practice.\nStay overnight with Explorer Scout teams from across the District.\nEnjoy a bacon sandwich breakfast on Sunday morning.\nAttend the presentation of trophies and awards.\n\n\nWho Can Attend\n\nExplorer Scouts only.\nTeams must consist of 3 to 6 Explorer Scouts.\nAll teams compete in a single competition.\n\n\nKey Details\n\nStart Location: Fishlake Community Hall\nFinish Location: Thorne Methodist Church\nDates: Saturday 17 October to Sunday 18 October 2026\nArrival: Teams will be allocated an arrival time approximately 30 days before the event. Teams should arrive at least two hours before their allocated start time.\nPresentation: Sunday 18 October at approximately 10:30am\nCollection: Thorne Methodist Church at approximately 11:00am on Sunday\nCost: £15 per participant\nAccommodation: Overnight indoor accommodation at Thorne Methodist Church\nFood Included: Soup station refreshments during the event and a bacon sandwich breakfast on Sunday morning\n\n\nKit List\nEssential Personal Equipment\nEach participant should bring: \n\nWalking boots or sturdy walking footwear.\nWaterproof jacket and waterproof trousers (weather dependent).\nSpare warm clothing.\nHead torch.\nHigh visibility vest (an oversized vest is recommended to fit over a rucksack).\nSleeping bag.\nRoll mat.\n\nSleeping bags and roll mats should be left at the venue before the hike and will be used for the overnight stay after completing the competition. \nTeam Equipment\nEach team must provide: \n\nBothy bag suitable for up to seven people (or a suitably sized tarp).\nCompass.\nWhite light.\nRed light.\nOne adult sleeping bag.\nOne survival bag.\nWatch.\nTeam first aid kit.\nPen and pencil.\nSmall notebook with tear out pages.\nFully charged mobile phone.\n\nEach team should also carry a backup fully charged mobile phone. \nMaps are provided by the District and do not need to be brought to the event. \nPlease ensure that all equipment is clearly named to help reunite lost property with its owner. \n\nImportant Information\nKit Inspection\nBefore setting off\, every team must complete a mandatory kit inspection. \nA full equipment list for each team and participant will be issued once your booking has been confirmed. \nPlease note: \n\nEvery required item must be presented during the inspection.\nTeams will not be permitted to start until all required equipment has been checked.\nMissing equipment must be produced before the team’s allocated start time.\nAny delay caused by missing equipment will reduce the team’s available plotting time.\nAll walking boots must be clean before entering the inspection area.\n\nArrival\nEach team will be allocated an arrival time approximately 30 days before the event. \nOn arrival\, teams will: \n\nLeave overnight equipment at the accommodation venue.\nComplete the mandatory kit inspection.\nPlot their route for the competition.\n\nPlease only take the equipment required for the hike into the kit inspection area. \nRoute Plotting\nTeams will have two hours to plot their route using the maps provided. \nNo food should be eaten in the plotting room. \nOnce route planning has been completed\, each team will be allocated a maximum walking time based on their planned route\, with an additional time allowance. Teams exceeding their allocated finish time will be withdrawn from the competition. \nCompetition Equipment\nAt the end of the event\, teams must return all issued competition equipment\, including: \n\nRoute cards.\nScore cards.\nPens.\nFelt tip pens.\n\nPoints will be deducted for any missing or unreturned equipment. \n\nBooking & Payment\n\nBookings open: 10 July 2026.\nBookings close: 18 September 2026.\nBookings are made through the District website.\nThe entry fee is £15 per participant.\nFull payment is required at the time of booking.\nBookings are non refundable.\nIf places remain after the booking deadline\, Units that have already entered one or more teams may submit one additional team. Additional entries must be received by 25 September 2026 and will be accepted subject to availability.\nFinal joining instructions will be sent to the lead booking contact approximately 30 days before the event.\n\n\nLeader Information\nExplorer Scout teams are expected to complete the event independently and do not require an accompanying adult leader during the competition. \nApproximately 20 adult volunteers are required to deliver the event safely. If you are able to assist with marshalling\, running incident bases or supporting the event\, please let the District Events Team know as soon as possible. \nThe event is delivered under the District Nights Away Permit\, and the District will submit the required Nights Away Notification (NAN). \nNo additional permits are required from attending Units. \n\nRisk Assessments\nRisk assessments will be available to download from this page closer to the event. Units should review these documents before attending and consider whether any additional Unit specific control measures are required for their own young people\, volunteers and equipment. \n\nEvent Photography\nPhotographs and video footage may be taken during the event and used by Doncaster Danum Scouts on our website\, social media channels and in future promotional material\, including leaflets and posters. \nBy making a booking\, Units confirm that appropriate photography permissions for all participants have been recorded and managed in accordance with The Scouts’ policies. \n\nOSM Badge Information\nThe event also provides evidence towards additional badge requirements. Units should update OSM where appropriate\, subject to the Section Team being satisfied that the individual Explorer Scout has completed the relevant requirement(s). \nThis includes evidence towards: \n\nHikes Away Staged Activity Badge – One qualifying hike.\nNights Away Staged Activity Badge – One qualifying night away.
URL:https://doncasterscouts.org.uk/event/district-inter-unit-night-hike-explorers
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SUMMARY:District Inter-Troop Night Hike (Scouts)
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to put your navigation\, teamwork and outdoor skills to the test? \nThe Doncaster Danum District Night Hike is an annual competition that challenges Scout teams to navigate through the night\, work together to overcome practical challenges and demonstrate their Scouting skills under pressure. \nThe Night Hike provides Scouts with a memorable overnight adventure while putting their navigation\, teamwork and practical Scouting skills to the test against teams from across the District. \n\nEvent Overview\nThe District Inter-Troop Night Hike is one of Doncaster Danum’s annual Scout competitions\, bringing together teams from across the District for an exciting overnight navigation challenge. \nBeginning at Fishlake Community Hall\, teams will plot their own route before setting off on a night hike to Thorne Methodist Church. Along the way\, they will visit a series of incident bases where they will complete practical Scouting challenges designed to test their navigation\, teamwork\, communication and practical Scouting skills. \nAfter completing the hike\, all participants will stay overnight before enjoying a bacon sandwich breakfast and attending the presentation of trophies and awards on Sunday morning. \n\nWhat to Expect\n\nPlot your own route using the maps provided.\nNavigate independently between checkpoints during a night hike.\nVisit four incident bases\, each featuring realistic Scouting challenges.\nWork together as a team to solve problems and complete practical tasks.\nPut your navigation\, teamwork and decision making skills into practice.\nStay overnight with teams from across the District.\nEnjoy a bacon sandwich breakfast on Sunday morning.\nAttend the presentation of trophies and awards.\n\n\nWho Can Attend\n\nScouts only.\nTeams must consist of 3 to 6 Scouts.\nTeams may enter either:\n\nMain Scouts Competition\nTenderfoot Competition\n\n\n\nTeams will compete in either competition\, providing an appropriate level of challenge based on experience and ability. \n\nKey Event Details\n\nStart Location: Fishlake Community Hall\nFinish Location: Thorne Methodist Church\nDates: Saturday 17 October to Sunday 18 October 2026\nArrival: Teams will be allocated an arrival time approximately 30 days before the event. Teams should arrive at least two hours before their allocated start time.\nPresentation: Sunday 18 October at approximately 10:30am\nCollection: Thorne Methodist Church at approximately 11:00am on Sunday\nCost: £15 per participant\nAccommodation: Overnight indoor accommodation at Thorne Methodist Church\nFood Included: Soup station refreshments during the event and a bacon sandwich breakfast on Sunday morning\n\n\nKit List\nEssential Personal Equipment\nEach participant should bring: \n\nWalking boots or sturdy walking footwear.\nWaterproof jacket and waterproof trousers (weather dependent).\nSpare warm clothing.\nHead torch.\nHigh visibility vest (an oversized vest is recommended to fit over a rucksack).\nSleeping bag.\nRoll mat.\n\nSleeping bags and roll mats should be left at the venue before the hike and will be used for the overnight stay after completing the competition. \nTeam Equipment\nEach team must provide: \n\nBothy bag suitable for up to seven people (or a suitably sized tarp).\nCompass.\nWhite light.\nRed light.\nOne adult sleeping bag.\nOne survival bag.\nWatch.\nTeam first aid kit.\nPen and pencil.\nSmall notebook with tear out pages.\nFully charged mobile phone.\n\nLeaders should also carry a separate fully charged mobile phone as a backup. \nMaps are provided by the District and do not need to be brought to the event. \nPlease ensure that all equipment is clearly named to help reunite lost property with its owner. \n\nImportant Information\nKit Inspection\nBefore setting off\, every team and accompanying leader must complete a mandatory kit inspection. \nA full equipment list for each team\, participant and leader will be issued once your booking has been confirmed. \nPlease note: \n\nEvery required item must be presented during the inspection.\nTeams will not be permitted to start until all required equipment has been checked.\nMissing equipment must be produced before the team’s allocated start time.\nAny delay caused by missing equipment will reduce the team’s available plotting time.\nAll walking boots must be clean before entering the inspection area.\n\nArrival\nEach team will be allocated an arrival time approximately 30 days before the event. \nOn arrival\, teams will: \n\nLeave overnight equipment at the accommodation venue.\nComplete the mandatory kit inspection.\nPlot their route for the competition.\n\nPlease only take the equipment required for the hike into the kit inspection area. \nRoute Plotting\nTeams will have two hours to plot their route using the maps provided. \nAdult leaders are not permitted to enter the plotting room or assist their team during route planning. \nFood must not be eaten in the plotting room. \nOnce route planning has been completed\, each team will be allocated a maximum walking time based on their planned route\, with an additional time allowance. Teams exceeding their allocated finish time will be withdrawn from the competition. \nCompetition Equipment\nAt the end of the event\, teams must return all issued competition equipment\, including: \n\nRoute cards.\nScore cards.\nPens.\nFelt tip pens.\n\nPoints will be deducted for any missing or unreturned equipment. \n\nBooking & Payment\n\nBookings open: 10 July 2026.\nBookings close: 18 September 2026.\nBookings are made through the District website.\nThe entry fee is £15 per participant.\nBookings are non refundable.\nIf places remain after the booking deadline\, Groups that have already entered one or more teams may submit one additional team. Additional entries must be received by 25 September 2026 and will be accepted subject to availability.\nFinal joining instructions will be sent to the lead booking contact approximately 30 days before the event.\n\n\nLeader Information\nEach team must be accompanied by one adult leader\, who is responsible for the team throughout the event and must stay overnight. \nMain Scouts Competition \nLeaders accompany their team for safety but must not assist with navigation\, route planning\, decision making or completing challenges. Scouts should complete the competition independently. \nTenderfoot Competition \nLeaders accompany their team for safety and may provide guidance and support where appropriate to help younger or less experienced Scouts develop their confidence and skills. \nApproximately 20 adult volunteers are required to deliver the event safely. If you are able to assist with marshalling\, running incident bases or supporting the event\, please let the District Events Team know as soon as possible. \nThe event is delivered under the District Nights Away Permit\, and the District will submit the required Nights Away Notification (NAN). \nNo additional permits are required from attending leaders. \n\nRisk Assessments\nRisk assessments will be available to download from this page closer to the event. Groups should review these documents before attending and consider whether any additional Group specific control measures are required for their own young people\, volunteers and equipment. \n\nEvent Photography\nPhotographs and video footage may be taken during the event and used by Doncaster Danum Scouts on our website\, social media channels and in future promotional material\, including leaflets and posters. \nBy making a booking\, Groups confirm that photo permissions for all participants have been recorded and managed in accordance with The Scouts’ policies. \n\nOSM Badge Information\nThe event also provides evidence towards additional badge requirements. Groups should update OSM where appropriate\, subject to the Section Team being satisfied that the individual Scout has completed the relevant requirement(s). \nThis includes evidence towards: \n\nHikes Away Staged Activity Badge – One qualifying hike.\nNights Away Staged Activity Badge – One qualifying night away.\nAdventure Challenge Award – Take part in an adventurous activity.\nPersonal Challenge Award:\n\nTake part in an organised walk.\nTake part in a District event.\n\n\nTeamwork Challenge Award:\n\nBe part of a Scout team working together to achieve a goal.\nTake part in a team building activity that you have not tried before.
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SUMMARY:District Leaders Skills Day
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re new to Scouting or have years of experience\, this is your opportunity to learn\, share and connect. \nJoin us at Squirrel Wood for a full day of practical skills\, useful ideas and networking\, designed to support you in delivering great Scouting for young people. \n\nEvent Overview\nLeader Skills Day brings together volunteers from across Doncaster Danum District for a day of learning\, development and shared experience. \nWith a wide range of sessions available\, you will have the opportunity to choose the areas most relevant to you\, build your confidence\, develop new skills and share ideas with others. \nThe programme will include a mixture of practical activities and discussion based sessions. Some will take place indoors\, some outdoors and some in the Drey. Sessions in the Main Lodge will run back to back throughout the day. \nAlongside the learning\, there will be plenty of time to meet other volunteers\, exchange ideas and build stronger connections across the District. \nFollowing the daytime programme\, you can join us for an optional meal and Campfire Workshop. You can also sleep overnight with social in the lodge and enjoy breakfast with the team the following morning. \n\nWhat to Expect\n\nFive sessions during the day\nA mixture of practical and discussion based learning\nSessions suitable for different roles and levels of experience\nOpportunities to develop your skills and confidence\nIdeas to take back to your section\, team or Trustee Board\nTime to meet and learn from other volunteers\nLunch included\nOptional evening meal\nOptional Campfire Workshop\nOptional overnight sleeping with breakfast\nLodge will be open for sleeping and social after\n\n\nChoosing Your Sessions\nWhen booking\, you will select the five sessions you are most interested in attending. \nWe will use everyone’s choices to create individual timetables for the day. We will aim to allocate you at least three of your selected sessions\, but you may also be allocated other sessions. \nThis will help us provide each Group with a broader range of skills across its volunteer team\, allowing more knowledge and experience to be shared after the event. \nSome sessions may not run if they do not receive enough interest. \nYour final five sessions will be confirmed 21 days before the event\, giving those delivering them enough time to prepare. \n\nAvailable Sessions\nHikes Across the Sections \nDiscover how to plan and adapt hikes for every age group\, from Squirrels through to Explorers. This session will cover routes\, activities\, safety and ways to keep everyone engaged. \nAn Introduction to SEND in Scouting \nDevelop your understanding of special educational needs and disabilities and explore practical ways to make Scouting more inclusive and accessible for every young person. \nWhat Should a Trustee Board Actually Do? \nUnderstand the responsibilities of a Trustee Board\, how trustees support good governance\, how to manage risk effectively and what makes a successful Annual General Meeting. \nPlanning a Great Programme with Online Scout Manager \nLearn how to use Online Scout Manager to plan an exciting and balanced programme\, track badge progress\, organise parent rotas and reduce the time you spend on administration. \nStarting Your Nights Away Permit Journey \nFind out how to begin working towards a Nights Away Permit\, what you do and do not need to know\, what to expect from the assessment process and how to use the digital permit system. \nBackwoods Cooking for Every Section \nExplore practical backwoods cooking activities that can be adapted for different sections. Pick up ideas and techniques that will help young people safely prepare and cook food outdoors. \nBranching Out and Achieving Your Wood Badge \nLearn about Branching Out\, how it supports your development as a volunteer and what you need to do to complete your Wood Badge. \nWriting a Great Scout Award Nomination \nLearn how to nominate someone for a Scout award and write a strong citation for a Good Service Award that clearly demonstrates their contribution and impact. \nRisk Assessments Made Simple \nLearn how to plan activities safely\, identify and manage risks and complete an effective risk assessment. The session will include practical advice\, useful tips and common pitfalls to avoid. \nYouShape and Youth Led Scouting \nDiscover what YouShape means\, why youth led Scouting matters and how young people can play a meaningful role in shaping their programme and Scouting experience. \nWhy Should Scouts Move On to Explorers? \nExplore the benefits of Explorer Scouting and how Scout Teams can support a positive transition. Learn how Explorers helps young people continue their journey\, develop new skills and access further opportunities. \nFire Lighting Skills for Every Section \nDevelop practical fire lighting skills and explore safe\, age appropriate techniques and activities that can be used with every section\, from Squirrels through to Explorers. \n\nDaytime Programme\n9.00am\nArrival\, coffee\, biscuits and networking \n10.00am to 11.00am\nSession one \n11.15am to 12.15pm\nSession two \n12.30pm to 1.30pm\nLunch \n1.30pm to 2.30pm\nSession three \n2.45pm to 3.45pm\nSession four \n4.00pm to 5.00pm\nSession five \n\nOptional Evening Programme\nMeal and Drinks \n5.15pm to 6.00pm \nStay after the daytime sessions for an informal meal and the chance to spend more time with volunteers from across the District. \nThe meal costs £5 per person and includes food and a drink. This must be selected when booking. \nHow to Run a Great Campfire \n7.30pm to 9.00pm \nLearn how to plan and lead an enjoyable campfire for any section. Explore how to choose songs\, build atmosphere\, involve everyone and bring your campfire to a memorable close. \nThis is an optional additional session following the evening BBQ. \n\nWho Can Attend\n\nAdult volunteers aged 18 and over\nOpen to new and experienced volunteers\nMaximum of 180 attendees\n\n\nKey Details\n\nVenue: Squirrel Wood Campsite\nDate: Saturday 24 October 2026\nArrival: From 9.00am\nDaytime programme: 10.00am to 5.00pm\nCampfire Workshop: 7.30pm to 9.00pm\nDaytime event: £5\nOptional Meal: £5 per person\, including food and a drink\nLunch: Included\nOvernight: Lodge or Camping\nBreakfast: Included for those sleeping overnight\n\n\nKit List\n\nGroup neckerchief\, which must be worn\nSuitable clothing and footwear for indoor and outdoor sessions\nWaterproof clothing\nCamping equipment if staying overnight\n\nA full kit list will be provided ahead of the event. \n\nImportant Information\n\nThis is an adult only event\nSome sessions will take place outdoors\nSession choices are preferences and cannot be guaranteed\nYour final timetable will be confirmed 21 days before the event\nThe evening meal must be selected when booking\nOvernight camping must be confirmed when booking\nFurther information will be shared as planning progresses\n\n\nBooking and Payment\n\nAll places must be booked online\nSession preferences must be submitted when booking\nThe optional meal must be booked in advance\nGroups will be invoiced for any chargeable places booked\nPayment should be made by bank transfer before the event\n\n\nLeader Information\n\nThis event is designed for adult volunteers\nSessions will be delivered by experienced volunteers from across the District\nVolunteers will receive their individual session timetable 21 days before the event\nPlease make sure attendees understand that their preferred sessions cannot all be guaranteed
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