Author: Helen
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It’s been a hectic weekend with several thousand visitors on site for the international fayre and a Scout’s Own on the lawn of the Castle (not to be confused with the Kastle, the entertainment marquee). Molly, Ruairi and Calum have all survived the ‘Extreme Survival’ activity run by Marlon, and Blake and Mitchell headed for…
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Twelve Explorers and two leaders successfully made it to King’s Cross to catch the 6.15am train from Kings Cross to Edinburgh. On-board entertainment included the investitures of Matty and Mitchell and a marathon sew-athon to tidy up our uniforms. At Edinburgh, we boarded a packed train to Blair Atholl, stacking our bags in every space…
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It’s expedition season again at 8th Holborn and we have already completed two Bronze Expeditions and a Silver/Gold Practice on the Thames. With temperatures soaring in Central London, our Explorers demonstrated that the river was definitely the best place to be.
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Ever one for a challenge, 8th Holborn ESU (along with a few refugees from other nearby Units) are making history by being the first English Contingent at the world-famous Blair Atholl Patrol Jamborette for 40 years. We’re sending two Patrols, each of 6 Explorers, to spend 10 days in the Highlands of Scotland, living, working…
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Over 80 Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Leaders, Parents, Hangers-on etc. spent the Bank Holiday weekend at Paccar Campsite, Buckinghamshire. Scouts of all ages enjoyed a wide range of activities, including the high-ropes course, the rabbit-run, incident hike, archery and pioneering (not to mention a cub water-sports day on the Thames). We were also treated to…
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In the first two weeks of November, Scouts and Explorers from 8th Holborn spent two Saturdays collecting money for the Poppy Appeal in the local area. Together they raised a massive £1,105.06 for the appeal and were also able to help a large number of tourists find their way. Well done to all who took…
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On Saturday five Explorers from 8th Holborn took part in the national Tree O’Clock event at Hainault Forest. Together they planted over 1200 trees in just one hour! Check out the video courtesy of Essex Scouts: Update: Picture just in:
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As preparation for their Duke of Edinburgh’s Bronze Award Expedition, seven intrepid Explorers headed to the Open Canoe Association rally at Mepal, Ely to brush up on their technique. On Saturday, they braved the thick weed on the Little Ouse as they journeyed from Thetford to Brandon. On Sunday, the group headed to Cambridge for…