23rd Lancaster (Christ Church) Scout Group

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Introducing #SkillsForLife

You’ve probably noticed some changes in our branding this week – or even seen it in the news! To put your minds at rest… Yes, we’ve rebranded. What does it mean? In essence, very little. When Lt.Gen. Robert Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell (Or, B-P for short) first started Scouting in 1907, his aim was simple, […]

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Upcoming International Events

There are a number of international expeditions in the coming years, and we’d like to encourage our young people to take part in as many as possible. We’re trying to compile a list of events at the moment, here’s the best so far. Red Rose – http://www.redrose.org.uk/ – 11th – 18th August 2018 – Cumbria, […]

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AGM Reports 2017

Last night, we held our AGM, which turned out to be a fantastic meeting with a lot of progress achieved – despite a lower than usual turnout. AGM reports from last night will be uploaded here as they are submitted over the coming weeks. Here is a link to a copy of last year’s AGM […]

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AGM 2017

It’s that time of year again, and we’re looking forward to seeing you all at our 2017 Annual General Meeting, and get-together. All members of the Group, or of the Exec and their families are invited for a short meeting, awards presentation, and a bite to eat. This year we’ll be holding the event at […]

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Group Camp 2017

This weekend, we held our bi-annual (that’s every other year in this case) group family camp, with young people and their families taking part in activities from low-ropes courses, to bell-boating, to sailing, to geo-caching. We really did it all. We’d like to extend a special thanks to all of the parents and Exec members […]

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Congratulations James!

Congratulations to James, our Assistant Scout Leader, and Acting Beaver Scout Leader (who is pictured today at Buckingham Palace) on receiving his Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. After over two years of hard work, we’re proud that James is able to receive his award, which he says is just a step towards earning his Queen’s […]

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Lancaster Pride

A big group thanks to the contingent of Leaders and Young People from 23rd who joined in representing Lonsdale District Scouts at Lancaster Pride Festival this weekend. Your hard work and volunteering despite the adverse weather has made us proud. Each one of you who attended will receive a Scout Pride wristband as a gift […]

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St George’s Day Festivities

We’d like to thank everyone who attended this year’s St George’s Day parade walking along the seafront in Morecambe to the Winter Gardens, where Lonsdale District Scouts held a short service and celebration of Scouting. As you may be aware, St George’s day is important to us as St George is the Patron Saint of […]

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DHQ and Shop Fire

It brings us great sadness to inform you all that Lonsdale District Scout HQ and Lancaster Scout and Guide Shop have received some damage in the aftermath of the Mary St / Moor St fire recently. To ensure the safety of residents on the street, the brave fire crews in attendance (who put up a […]

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Arr… Beaver Pirate Camp Ahoy!

Avast Mateys! This weekend be Beaver Pirate camp, filled with treasure hunts, pirate games, tall tales, and pirate pizza. It be followed by the District Beaver Hike, and Marshmallows and Hot Dogs. Arr…

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