{"name":"Scouts Child Safety Week 2026","type":"Theme","length":"","summary":"\u003Cp\u003ETo mark Child Safety Week (2-8 June) Scouts of all ages can develop the knowledge and habits that make adventures safer and more enjoyable for everyone.\u003C/p\u003E","sections":[{"name":"Scouts","id":39275,"logo":"","colour":null,"ageRange":""}],"terms":[],"sessions":[{"name":"Option 1","summary":"\u003Cp\u003EYou will star the session learning about the water safety rules while playing the classic game of charades. 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