{"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"sidebar","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ETomahawk throwing is a term more widely used within the industry. Changing the name also helps to make it clearer about the type of equipment that must be used. Tomahawks are used for sporting activity, whereas the purpose for most axes is to chop wood.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Why has the name axe throwing been changed to tomahawk throwing?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThere is not currently a recognised UK National Governing Body who we could map the permit scheme against.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Why is tomahawk throwing not part of the permit scheme?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EFeedback from members during the 2015 review showed that knife throwing was not currently taking place within Scouting. It was also felt to not be appropriate to teach the throwing of knives with the current perception about young people and knives.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Why is knife throwing banned and not tomahawk throwing?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ETomahawk throwing, if done in the correct manner, can be an exciting and challenging activity. It should not be encouraging young people to throw axes and other items which are not designed for the purpose of throwing and outside the controlled tomahawk throwing sessions.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Why are we promoting young people to throw axes?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIt is not compulsory to run this activity within your programme, but it is an option. Volunteers should always consider the young people\u2019s age and maturity as well as local feeling towards an activity when choosing activities for their programme. It is encouraged that parents/carers are informed of this activity taking place as it is still relatively new, so that parents/carers understand what is going to happen and can make an informed decision about their young person taking part.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"I don\u2019t want to do this activity with my young people?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EYes. If appropriately trained and supported by volunteers then this is absolutely fine. Young people must not run tomahawk throwing activities without volunteers present.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Can under 18\u2019s run tomahawk throwing sessions?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ESpecialist equipment should be used for this activity, not using household or felling axes. 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This activity is becoming more common, so you could start with contacting your local Scout activity centre or campsite or your County/District Programme Team.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Where do I go for training?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EWhilst you might have picked up some useful tips online; it\u2019s very different to having to teach and manage young people. It is strongly advisable to attend a practical session so you can see how it can be run and managed with a group.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"I\u2019ve watched several videos online and practiced in my garden, am I OK to go ahead and run a tomahawk throwing session for my section?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ENo. People running tomahawk throwing must have specific tomahawk throwing knowledge and a minimum of one day\u2019s (7 hours) practical tomahawk throwing experience prior to leading sessions.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Can people who run shooting and archery activities run tomahawk throwing?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ESmall hawks (including throwing angels) tend to be easier for younger sections. 16-inch handles for tomahawks are the most suitable size for young people, but it will depend on their height and strength.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Is there a recommended size of tomahawk or handle length for young people?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThe wearing of appropriate clothing and footwear should be part of the risk assessment for the activity. 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