Eastleigh District Scouts

As you will probably see in the National press this morning, the identity of the New Chief Scout has been announced. Bear Grylls, born on the Isle of Wight, will be taking over from Peter Duncan at the end of the summer. He will be supported by Wayne Bulpitt, who will be taking on the role of UK Chief Commissioner.

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After months of searching, we are delighted to announce the appointment of a new District Chairman for Eastleigh District Scout Council, Mr Jim Vaughan, MBE, has accepted the DC’s invitation to take the post with effect from the AGM held on 12th May 2009.

Jim brings with him a wealth of experience and knowledge as Chair to both Eastleigh Youth Trust and Marching Youth Music and is rekindling his association with Eastleigh District Scouts after an absence of nearly 20 years – he was a leader and supporter with the 14th Scout Group before turning his attentions to other pursuits.

We am sure you will want to wish Jim every success and support him in his new role as we move forward in our Centenary year of the District. We are sure he will ensure that our District continues to move forward with determination and vigour.

His contact details will be published in the District Directory shortly, or you can email him directly at marchbands

The Closing Date for the Centenary Camp has arrived – I hope you have all returned your forms and your money back to your Group Scout Leader!!

We have also updated the Centenary Camp page with some more information (all tagged with “Updated 05-May-2009″). Updates include Activities, Permission Forms, Beaver Scouts and Adult Medical Forms.

If you have any questions about the camp, your first port of call should be to Brian (scouts)

Eastleigh District celebrated Founders Day and St George’s day by holding a 3 course dinner at a local restaurant and it’s own District Centenary on Friday 17th April
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Dear all,

Can I just express my thanks to all who attended. The head count was 336 – brilliant!

I would like some feed back, both positive and negative on the service so I can rectify for next year.

Is there anything else you want, do we want to do something different etc

Please pass on my thoughts to your leaders and thank your young people for a fantastic turnout

Cheers

David