{"alias":"changeLogItem","byline":"","standfirst":"This is our all-member programme update for all Scouts sections for March 2025.","content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Ch3\u003EUK Youth Forum activities\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHelp young people have their say with our self-led UK Youth Forum activities. We want to make sure young people can shape the future of the movement. Our UK Youth Forum self-led activities are a key part of this, as they give young people a voice. Over the next few weeks, we\u2019d appreciate it if you could run the self-led activities with your young people. We have activities for both the younger sections (Squirrels, Beavers and Cubs) and the older sections(Scouts, Explorers and Network). Once you\u2019ve done one of the activities, please let us know what you hear by 18 April.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDelivering Scouts skills sessions\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen delivering activities for your young people, here\u2019s a few things to keep in mind:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPreparation: Check all materials and equipment are ready and safe for use. Checklists can help streamline this process. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESafety: Finalise your \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/risk-assessments/\u0022 title=\u0022Risk assessments\u0022\u003Erisk assessment\u003C/a\u003E and sharing the findings with young people and adults. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEngagement: Plan \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/\u0022 title=\u0022Activities\u0022\u003Eactivities\u003C/a\u003E that are engaging and suitable for the age group. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EInclusivity: Make sure activities are \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\u0022 title=\u0022Equity, Diversity and Inclusion\u0022\u003Einclusive\u003C/a\u003E and accessible to all Scouts, considering any special needs or accommodations. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFeedback and Review: Encourage feedback from both young people and adults, \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/incidents-and-illness/emergencies-and-incident-reporting/learning-from-incidents/\u0022 title=\u0022Learning from incidents\u0022\u003Eespecially if any incidents occur\u003C/a\u003E. Review your planning to continuously improve your sessions.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EProgramme support\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EVarta\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYesterday was World Hearing Day! Let\u0027s take a moment to be mindful of our hearing health and commit to protecting it. We\u0027re proud to partner with \u003Ca href=\u0022/supporters/varta/\u0022 title=\u0022VARTA\u0022\u003EVarta\u003C/a\u003E, who not only provide reliable batteries that power hearing aids, but also help Scouts explore the great outdoors in an eco-friendly way.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EGo Outdoors\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPlanning your first hike or night away for the year? Check out the GO Outdoors recommended kit list suitable for all age groups, to help you select the perfect kit for your outdoor adventure. Grab your walking boots, waterproofs, camping and cooking essentials and be ready to enjoy your next expedition \u2013 whatever the weather. \u003Ca href=\u0022/supporters/go-outdoors/\u0022 title=\u0022GO Outdoors\u0022\u003EVisit the GO Outdoors page\u003C/a\u003E for more.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EGullivers\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWin a free overnight trip for your Group to a Gulliver\u2019s Theme Park Resort. Gulliver\u2019s Theme Park are offering Groups of up to 30 the chance to win a free overnight trip to one of their locations. \u003Ca href=\u0022#\u0022 title=\u0022Gulliver\u0027s Theme Park Resorts\u0022\u003EHead to the partner page\u003C/a\u003E to take part. Enter by Wednesday 19 March 2025.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EDisney\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELooking for a camp with a difference? How about a Disney themed camp? Use our \u003Ca href=\u0022/programme-planner/disney-weekend-camp/\u0022 title=\u0022Disney weekend camp\u0022\u003Eprogramme planning tool\u003C/a\u003E to include activities and games for Squirrels, Beavers and Cubs.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Squirrels"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Ch3\u003EUK Youth Forum activities\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHelp young people have their say with our self-led UK Youth Forum activities. We want to make sure young people can shape the future of the movement. Our UK Youth Forum self-led activities are a key part of this, as they give young people a voice. Over the next few weeks, we\u2019d appreciate it if you could run the self-led activities with your young people. We have activities for both the younger sections (Squirrels, Beavers and Cubs) and the older sections(Scouts, Explorers and Network). Once you\u2019ve done one of the activities, please let us know what you hear by 18 April.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDelivering Scouts skills sessions\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen delivering activities for your young people, here\u2019s a few things to keep in mind:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPreparation: Check all materials and equipment are ready and safe for use. Checklists can help streamline this process. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESafety: Finalise your \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/risk-assessments/\u0022 title=\u0022Risk assessments\u0022\u003Erisk assessment\u003C/a\u003E and sharing the findings with young people and adults. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEngagement: Plan \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/\u0022 title=\u0022Activities\u0022\u003Eactivities\u003C/a\u003E that are engaging and suitable for the age group. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EInclusivity: Make sure activities are \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\u0022 title=\u0022Equity, Diversity and Inclusion\u0022\u003Einclusive\u003C/a\u003E and accessible to all Scouts, considering any special needs or accommodations. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFeedback and Review: Encourage feedback from both young people and adults, \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/incidents-and-illness/emergencies-and-incident-reporting/learning-from-incidents/\u0022 title=\u0022Learning from incidents\u0022\u003Eespecially if any incidents occur\u003C/a\u003E. Review your planning to continuously improve your sessions.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EProgramme support\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EVarta\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYesterday was World Hearing Day! Let\u0027s take a moment to be mindful of our hearing health and commit to protecting it. We\u0027re proud to partner with \u003Ca href=\u0022/supporters/varta/\u0022 title=\u0022VARTA\u0022\u003EVarta\u003C/a\u003E, who not only provide reliable batteries that power hearing aids, but also help Scouts explore the great outdoors in an eco-friendly way.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EGo Outdoors\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPlanning your first hike or night away for the year? Check out the GO Outdoors recommended kit list suitable for all age groups, to help you select the perfect kit for your outdoor adventure. Grab your walking boots, waterproofs, camping and cooking essentials and be ready to enjoy your next expedition \u2013 whatever the weather. \u003Ca href=\u0022/supporters/go-outdoors/\u0022 title=\u0022GO Outdoors\u0022\u003EVisit the GO Outdoors page\u003C/a\u003E for more.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EGullivers\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWin a free overnight trip for your Group to a Gulliver\u2019s Theme Park Resort. Gulliver\u2019s Theme Park are offering Groups of up to 30 the chance to win a free overnight trip to one of their locations. \u003Ca href=\u0022#\u0022 title=\u0022Gulliver\u0027s Theme Park Resorts\u0022\u003EHead to the partner page\u003C/a\u003E to take part. Enter by Wednesday 19 March 2025.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EDisney\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELooking for a camp with a difference? How about a Disney themed camp? Use our \u003Ca href=\u0022/programme-planner/disney-weekend-camp/\u0022 title=\u0022Disney weekend camp\u0022\u003Eprogramme planning tool\u003C/a\u003E to include activities and games for Squirrels, Beavers and Cubs.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Beavers"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Ch3\u003EUK Youth Forum activities\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHelp young people have their say with our self-led UK Youth Forum activities. We want to make sure young people can shape the future of the movement. Our UK Youth Forum self-led activities are a key part of this, as they give young people a voice. Over the next few weeks, we\u2019d appreciate it if you could run the self-led activities with your young people. We have activities for both the younger sections (Squirrels, Beavers and Cubs) and the older sections(Scouts, Explorers and Network). Once you\u2019ve done one of the activities, please let us know what you hear by 18 April.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDelivering Scouts skills sessions\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen delivering activities for your young people, here\u2019s a few things to keep in mind:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPreparation: Check all materials and equipment are ready and safe for use. Checklists can help streamline this process. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESafety: Finalise your \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/risk-assessments/\u0022 title=\u0022Risk assessments\u0022\u003Erisk assessment\u003C/a\u003E and sharing the findings with young people and adults. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEngagement: Plan \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/\u0022 title=\u0022Activities\u0022\u003Eactivities\u003C/a\u003E that are engaging and suitable for the age group. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EInclusivity: Make sure activities are \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\u0022 title=\u0022Equity, Diversity and Inclusion\u0022\u003Einclusive\u003C/a\u003E and accessible to all Scouts, considering any special needs or accommodations. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFeedback and Review: Encourage feedback from both young people and adults, \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/incidents-and-illness/emergencies-and-incident-reporting/learning-from-incidents/\u0022 title=\u0022Learning from incidents\u0022\u003Eespecially if any incidents occur\u003C/a\u003E. Review your planning to continuously improve your sessions.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EProgramme support\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EVarta\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYesterday was World Hearing Day! Let\u0027s take a moment to be mindful of our hearing health and commit to protecting it. We\u0027re proud to partner with \u003Ca href=\u0022/supporters/varta/\u0022 title=\u0022VARTA\u0022\u003EVarta\u003C/a\u003E, who not only provide reliable batteries that power hearing aids, but also help Scouts explore the great outdoors in an eco-friendly way.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EGo Outdoors\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPlanning your first hike or night away for the year? Check out the GO Outdoors recommended kit list suitable for all age groups, to help you select the perfect kit for your outdoor adventure. Grab your walking boots, waterproofs, camping and cooking essentials and be ready to enjoy your next expedition \u2013 whatever the weather. \u003Ca href=\u0022/supporters/go-outdoors/\u0022 title=\u0022GO Outdoors\u0022\u003EVisit the GO Outdoors page\u003C/a\u003E for more.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EThe National Cyber Security Centre\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EExplore the digital world and win exciting prizes! Our friends at the National Cyber Security Centre are giving away amazing prizes to one lucky Scout Group, including a laptop, projector, and exclusive GCHQ goodies. Join the fun by playing our interactive group activities including Cyber Sprinters and Cyber First Navigators for your chance to win. \u003Ca href=\u0022#\u0022 title=\u0022The National Cyber Security Centre\u0022\u003EVisit the partner page\u003C/a\u003E to enter.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EGullivers\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWin a free overnight trip for your Group to a Gulliver\u2019s Theme Park Resort. Gulliver\u2019s Theme Park are offering Groups of up to 30 the chance to win a free overnight trip to one of their locations. \u003Ca href=\u0022#\u0022 title=\u0022Gulliver\u0027s Theme Park Resorts\u0022\u003EHead to the partner page\u003C/a\u003E to take part. Enter by Wednesday 19 March 2025.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EDisney\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELooking for a camp with a difference? How about a Disney themed camp? Use our \u003Ca href=\u0022/programme-planner/disney-weekend-camp/\u0022 title=\u0022Disney weekend camp\u0022\u003Eprogramme planning tool\u003C/a\u003E to include activities and games for Squirrels, Beavers and Cubs.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EAirfix\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EEnter our Airfix competition to win a bundle of kits for your Cubs. Purchase the discounted Cubs packs between 4 March and 4 April 2025 and you\u0027ll be automatically entered into a draw for the chance to win! \u003Ca href=\u0022#\u0022 title=\u0022Airfix\u0022\u003EHead to the Airfix page\u003C/a\u003E to find out more. \u00A0\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Cubs"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Ch3\u003EUK Youth Forum activities\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHelp young people have their say with our self-led UK Youth Forum activities. We want to make sure young people can shape the future of the movement. Our UK Youth Forum self-led activities are a key part of this, as they give young people a voice. Over the next few weeks, we\u2019d appreciate it if you could run the self-led activities with your young people. We have activities for both the younger sections (Squirrels, Beavers and Cubs) and the older sections(Scouts, Explorers and Network). Once you\u2019ve done one of the activities, please let us know what you hear by 18 April.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDelivering Scouts skills sessions\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen delivering activities for your young people, here\u2019s a few things to keep in mind:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPreparation: Check all materials and equipment are ready and safe for use. Checklists can help streamline this process. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESafety: Finalise your \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/risk-assessments/\u0022 title=\u0022Risk assessments\u0022\u003Erisk assessment\u003C/a\u003E and sharing the findings with young people and adults. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEngagement: Plan \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/\u0022 title=\u0022Activities\u0022\u003Eactivities\u003C/a\u003E that are engaging and suitable for the age group. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EInclusivity: Make sure activities are \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\u0022 title=\u0022Equity, Diversity and Inclusion\u0022\u003Einclusive\u003C/a\u003E and accessible to all Scouts, considering any special needs or accommodations. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFeedback and Review: Encourage feedback from both young people and adults, \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/incidents-and-illness/emergencies-and-incident-reporting/learning-from-incidents/\u0022 title=\u0022Learning from incidents\u0022\u003Eespecially if any incidents occur\u003C/a\u003E. Review your planning to continuously improve your sessions.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EProgramme support\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EVarta\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYesterday was World Hearing Day! Let\u0027s take a moment to be mindful of our hearing health and commit to protecting it. We\u0027re proud to partner with \u003Ca href=\u0022/supporters/varta/\u0022 title=\u0022VARTA\u0022\u003EVarta\u003C/a\u003E, who not only provide reliable batteries that power hearing aids, but also help Scouts explore the great outdoors in an eco-friendly way.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EGo Outdoors\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPlanning your first hike or night away for the year? Check out the GO Outdoors recommended kit list suitable for all age groups, to help you select the perfect kit for your outdoor adventure. Grab your walking boots, waterproofs, camping and cooking essentials and be ready to enjoy your next expedition \u2013 whatever the weather. \u003Ca href=\u0022/supporters/go-outdoors/\u0022 title=\u0022GO Outdoors\u0022\u003EVisit the GO Outdoors page\u003C/a\u003E for more.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EThe National Cyber Security Centre\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EExplore the digital world and win exciting prizes! Our friends at the National Cyber Security Centre are giving away amazing prizes to one lucky Scout Group, including a laptop, projector, and exclusive GCHQ goodies. Join the fun by playing our interactive group activities including Cyber Sprinters and Cyber First Navigators for your chance to win. \u003Ca href=\u0022#\u0022 title=\u0022The National Cyber Security Centre\u0022\u003EVisit the partner page\u003C/a\u003E to enter.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ECareers Week\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECareers webinars for young people taking place this week. If your young people are wondering what to do after their GCSEs, A Levels or Advanced Highers, join us for two inspiring webinars to help them think about their next careers. \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/28a39aabc3d546fba177cf5f67cfb661?dm_t=0,0,0,0,0\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Get Into Teaching Careers Webinar\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022?dm_t=0,0,0,0,0\u0022\u003EGet into Teaching are running a webinar\u003C/a\u003E on 5 March (5 - 6pm) and UK Space Agency are running one around \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/0177e999d4304bacb64d3ce60456427d?dm_t=0,0,0,0,0\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Space Careers Webinar\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022?dm_t=0,0,0,0,0\u0022\u003Ecareers in the space sector\u003C/a\u003E on 6 March (6.30 - 7.30pm). Share the links to with your young people, where they can find out more and register.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EGullivers\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWin a free overnight trip for your Group to a Gulliver\u2019s Theme Park Resort. Gulliver\u2019s Theme Park are offering Groups of up to 30 the chance to win a free overnight trip to one of their locations. \u003Ca href=\u0022#\u0022 title=\u0022Gulliver\u0027s Theme Park Resorts\u0022\u003EHead to the partner page\u003C/a\u003E to take part. Enter by Wednesday 19 March 2025.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EDacia\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFund your next adventure. Thanks to a grant from the Dacia sponsored Outdoor Adventure Fund, 15th Romsey Scouts embarked on an incredible offshore sailing adventure. It was an unforgettable trip, and one that wouldn\u0027t have been possible without the grant. \u003Ca href=\u0022/news/2025/february/thanks-to-dacia-scouts-set-sail-on-an-unforgettable-adventure/\u0022 title=\u0022Thanks to Dacia, Scouts set sail on an unforgettable adventure\u0022\u003ERead more in our latest blog\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Scouts"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Ch3\u003EUK Youth Forum activities\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHelp young people have their say with our self-led UK Youth Forum activities. We want to make sure young people can shape the future of the movement. Our UK Youth Forum self-led activities are a key part of this, as they give young people a voice. Over the next few weeks, we\u2019d appreciate it if you could run the self-led activities with your young people. We have activities for both the younger sections (Squirrels, Beavers and Cubs) and the older sections(Scouts, Explorers and Network). Once you\u2019ve done one of the activities, please let us know what you hear by 18 April.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EDelivering Scouts skills sessions\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen delivering activities for your young people, here\u2019s a few things to keep in mind:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPreparation: Check all materials and equipment are ready and safe for use. Checklists can help streamline this process. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESafety: Finalise your \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/risk-assessments/\u0022 title=\u0022Risk assessments\u0022\u003Erisk assessment\u003C/a\u003E and sharing the findings with young people and adults. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEngagement: Plan \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/\u0022 title=\u0022Activities\u0022\u003Eactivities\u003C/a\u003E that are engaging and suitable for the age group. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EInclusivity: Make sure activities are \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\u0022 title=\u0022Equity, Diversity and Inclusion\u0022\u003Einclusive\u003C/a\u003E and accessible to all Scouts, considering any special needs or accommodations. \u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFeedback and Review: Encourage feedback from both young people and adults, \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/incidents-and-illness/emergencies-and-incident-reporting/learning-from-incidents/\u0022 title=\u0022Learning from incidents\u0022\u003Eespecially if any incidents occur\u003C/a\u003E. Review your planning to continuously improve your sessions.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EProgramme support\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EVarta\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYesterday was World Hearing Day! Let\u0027s take a moment to be mindful of our hearing health and commit to protecting it. We\u0027re proud to partner with \u003Ca href=\u0022/supporters/varta/\u0022 title=\u0022VARTA\u0022\u003EVarta\u003C/a\u003E, who not only provide reliable batteries that power hearing aids, but also help Scouts explore the great outdoors in an eco-friendly way.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EGo Outdoors\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPlanning your first hike or night away for the year? Check out the GO Outdoors recommended kit list suitable for all age groups, to help you select the perfect kit for your outdoor adventure. Grab your walking boots, waterproofs, camping and cooking essentials and be ready to enjoy your next expedition \u2013 whatever the weather. \u003Ca href=\u0022/supporters/go-outdoors/\u0022 title=\u0022GO Outdoors\u0022\u003EVisit the GO Outdoors page\u003C/a\u003E for more.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EThe National Cyber Security Centre\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EExplore the digital world and win exciting prizes! Our friends at the National Cyber Security Centre are giving away amazing prizes to one lucky Scout Group, including a laptop, projector, and exclusive GCHQ goodies. Join the fun by playing our interactive group activities including Cyber Sprinters and Cyber First Navigators for your chance to win. \u003Ca href=\u0022#\u0022 title=\u0022The National Cyber Security Centre\u0022\u003EVisit the partner page\u003C/a\u003E to enter.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003ECareers Week\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECareers webinars for young people taking place this week. 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