Podcast Highlights:
-Bush Scout weekend recap
-How to keep your CPD relevant and enjoyable
-Creative ideas for Secret Santa gifts
-Leveraging parents and experts to enhance badge programs
-New Scout ambassadors: What do they bring to the table?
This episode dives into how Scout leaders can stay relevant beyond mandatory training by exploring hobbies and CPD opportunities that enhance their Scouting programs. From learning practical skills like willow weaving or bike maintenance to inviting guest experts or parents for unique badges, we share how to lighten the load and keep your program engaging.
Join Mark and Max as we recap an incredible weekend in Nottingham with BushScout, packed with CPD (Continuous Professional Development) and skill-building alongside 90+ fellow Scout leaders at a Bush Scout event! We got hands-on with amazing activities like antler ring-making, wizard carving, cooking pigeon, Indiana Jones-style torch crafting, and even building fish hooks from scratch with guidance from the talented Adam Logan.
We also discuss fun Secret Santa gift ideas for Scout leaders (from Flint and Steel kits to Scout-themed Top Trumps) and ponder the new Scout ambassadors, exploring how they connect with today’s youth.
Finally, we answer viewer comments about staying creative, balancing the demands of leadership, and making Scouting more dynamic with fresh perspectives. Whether you're looking for skill-building inspiration or festive ideas for your group, this video has something for every Scout leader!
Tune in, share your thoughts, and let’s keep Scouting fresh, fun, and inspiring! 🌟
