Long Eaton Scouts

Want to join one of our sections in Long Eaton Scouts as a young person or adult volunteer? Visit longeatonscouts.org.uk

After an amazing 3 years in post I'll be stepping down at the end of the year. Thanks to all the young people, leaders the the wider community for their support. This account will be picked up by my replacement & you can follow myself @andrewbell1970 . Take care & stay safe.

A very well done to Scouts & leaders from #3rdlongeaton who braved #StormArwen 💨🌨 to have a great time camping, walking, climbing & invested 2 new leaders over the weekend #longeatonscouts

As always very proud of all the young people & leaders who came together with the people of Long Eaton to remember those who were killed, injured, served or currently protect our nation. #RemembranceDay #longeatonscouts

A busy week of planning for with both Cub Leaders for 🏕️⛵️ & organising our District selection day for the @WSJ2023 @UKContingent Jamboree in 🇰🇷 as well local training teams support both new leaders & those talking on new challanges within Scouting. Thanks to all involved.

After a busy week of online meetings was good to be out last night with family & friends at @ErewashBC 🎆🎇 at West Park #longeatonscouts

A very well done to 4 Scouts from #3rdlongeaton who have achieved their Gold Chief Scout Award despite all the challenges we've faced over the last 18 months. A great example of Scouting values & positive attitude #longeatonscouts

All set up for the next batch of young people from across the District to take part in @JOTAJOTI talking to @worldscouting around the world. Already made contact with 🇳🇿🇦🇺🇯🇵🇰🇷🇮🇳🇿🇦🇷🇸🇳🇱🇸🇪🇧🇷🇺🇸 to name but a few. Thanks to the leaders for running this over the weekend & enjoy ⛺🌭🔥

An interesting Scouting week, from meeting with Cubs who showed me their amazing knot skills & put me to shame! Working with a group to plan for more capasitiy for young people & working with the District leadership team on budgets for 2022 - lots happening #longeatonscouts

A busy Thursday night at #breastonbeavers recognising leadeship skills of both lodge leaders & adults, taking part in a @LEGO_Group grand prix & meeting Beaver leaders from across the district to plan for 2022. #longeatonscouts

A mega investiture & awards evening at 15th Long Eaton. 21 young people & new leader invested, 133 badges awarded including 9 Chief Scout awards. If that wasn't enough 12 @BritishCanoeing awards. Well done all & a big thanks to the leaders for all their hardwork #longeatonscouts

I had the pleasure earlier in the week to visit @derbyshirescout only Sea Scouts group to present the top awards to 6 Cubs & a well deserved good service award to a leader. Congratulations to all. #longeatonscouts

Lovely view looking west up the river while crossing to visit @trentlock with other leaders to talk about the amazing range of activities the centre has to offer both on land ⛺🥾🧗‍♂️ & water 🚣‍♀️⛵ #longeatonscouts

Aged between 6 & 7, looking for fun, adventure & to meet new friends? @draycottscouts Beaver section have an open evening this Tuesday 21st Sep starting at 1800. We'd also love to meet with adults who could help out, you'll have just as much fun! #longeatonscouts

Scouts from #3rdlongeaton received their medals & certificates for taking part in the Big Shoot competition @drumhill1 Very well done to every & thanks to the leaders for giving their time to support. #longeatonscouts

Congratulations to #3rdlongeatonscouts for the medals🏅& certificates gained over the week at @drumhill1 while taking part in the Big Shoot competition 👏👏👏#longeatonscouts

Scouts from #3rdlongeaton practicing for the Big Shoot competition talking place @drumhill1, a great example of the wide range of activites open to both young people & adult supporters. Best of luck to you all! #longeatonscouts

Thanks to @CdrFCampbell team for running a fantastic evening #3rdlongeatonscouts developing teamwork, problem solving & communication skills as well as having loads of fun! @derbyshirescout @HMSSherwood #RNAttract #skillsforlife #longeatonscouts

Caught up with our amazing Cub leaders earlier in the week to talk about current plans but also brain storm ideas for some exciting adventures for young people in 2022. Want to be part of it as either a young person or volunteer? DM me for info. #longeatonscouts

40th pint of 🅾️➖🩸literally in the bag! @GiveBloodNHS #longeatonscouts