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Explorer News - 1st Stretford (Longford) Scout Group

Explorer News

Thursday, 14 March 2024 15:22

Explorer Activities

It's been a busy few months for the Explorers. With there now being 36 Explorers in the Unit, we started off January by introducing some new patrols and Patrol Leaders and setting them against each other with some 'friendly' challenges. January also had the Explorers making Owens new and improved tin can stoves and even cooking a meal on them! February they were out on a night hike around Dunham Massey, which as usual finished with a forced march to get them back for parent pick up, only half an hour late! We covered choking, burns, bleeding & cpr in an Emergency Aid night. There have also been trips to the Buddhist Centre in Chorlton and an art gallery in Manchester. With there being lots of new Explorers we started March by having a mass Investiture in to Longford Explorer Unit which we followed with a 'rope' themed evening with tug of war and mat weaving from some old Scout climbing ropes. Finally, this week saw the Explorers cooking on different styles of expedition stoves and learning about the hazards of drinking water straight from rivers, with the methods they can use to purify the water when out on expeditions.

Thursday, 14 March 2024 15:22

Explorer Activities

It's been a busy few months for the Explorers. With there now being 36 Explorers in the Unit, we started off January by introducing some new patrols and Patrol Leaders and setting them against each other with some 'friendly' challenges. January also had the Explorers making Owens new and improved tin can stoves and even cooking a meal on them! February they were out on a night hike around Dunham Massey, which as usual finished with a forced march to get them back for parent pick up, only half an hour late! We covered choking, burns, bleeding & cpr in an Emergency Aid night. There have also been trips to the Buddhist Centre in Chorlton and an art gallery in Manchester. With there being lots of new Explorers we started March by having a mass Investiture in to Longford Explorer Unit which we followed with a 'rope' themed evening with tug of war and mat weaving from some old Scout climbing ropes. Finally, this week saw the Explorers cooking on different styles of expedition stoves and learning about the hazards of drinking water straight from rivers, with the methods they can use to purify the water when out on expeditions.

Thursday, 14 March 2024 15:22

Explorer Activities

It's been a busy few months for the Explorers. With there now being 36 Explorers in the Unit, we started off January by introducing some new patrols and Patrol Leaders and setting them against each other with some 'friendly' challenges. January also had the Explorers making Owens new and improved tin can stoves and even cooking a meal on them! February they were out on a night hike around Dunham Massey, which as usual finished with a forced march to get them back for parent pick up, only half an hour late! We covered choking, burns, bleeding & cpr in an Emergency Aid night. There have also been trips to the Buddhist Centre in Chorlton and an art gallery in Manchester. With there being lots of new Explorers we started March by having a mass Investiture in to Longford Explorer Unit which we followed with a 'rope' themed evening with tug of war and mat weaving from some old Scout climbing ropes. Finally, this week saw the Explorers cooking on different styles of expedition stoves and learning about the hazards of drinking water straight from rivers, with the methods they can use to purify the water when out on expeditions.

In the realm of Explorer Scouts, achieving milestones is more than just earning badges – it's a testament to dedication, resilience, and a spirit of adventure. Meet Joel and Seth, two outstanding Explorer Scouts who recently clinched the Chief Scout's Platinum Award and the Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Bronze Award, showcasing their commitment to personal development and community engagement.

The Chief Scout's Platinum Award and the DofE Bronze Award are more than just badges; they are symbols of Joel and Seth's unwavering commitment to personal development, community engagement, and the pursuit of excellence in Scouting.

But the accolades don't stop there! These Explorers are now setting their sights on the pursuit of the Silver DofE and the esteemed Chief Scout's Diamond Award!

Congratulations Joel and Seth!!

In a twist that could rival the latest Hollywood blockbuster, the local Explorers Scouts recently added a thrilling chapter to their adventure diaries during their last evening session. The usually intrepid Explorers, known for their outdoor escapades, decided to venture into the world of crossbow shooting. The air was charged with excitement as the explorersgeared up for a session that promised both skill development and an adrenaline rush.

The evening began with the scouts getting a feel for the traditional crossbow targets, hitting the bull's-eye with varying degrees of success. Laughter echoed through the air as some arrows found their mark, while others went on unexpected detours. Safety, of course, was the name of the game, with seasoned instructors guiding the explorers on the dos and don'ts of handling these medieval-inspired projectiles.

As the evening progressed, the evening took the challenge up a notch. With an audacious spirit, they swapped the regular targets for dart-like faces on the crossbow targets, adding a competitive edge to the evening. The atmosphere became electric as arrows zipped through the air, and cheers erupted each time a dart-face was successfully conquered. 

Learning the ropes of crossbow shooting wasn't just about hitting targets; it was a lesson in responsibility and safety. The explorers absorbed crucial insights on proper handling, aiming techniques, and the importance of teamwork. The evening not only fueled their sense of adventure but also instilled a newfound appreciation for the precision required in mastering this ancient yet exhilarating art.

As the session wrapped up, the Explorers Scouts were already plotting their next crossbow session. Watch out, world – the Explorers Scouts are armed and ready for their next bull's-eye bonanza!

Wednesday, 28 June 2023 16:33

Rubbish Explorers

Explorer's this week was absolute rubbish!

 

Using various different types of recycling, the Explorers were asked to create whatever they wanted in order to blow the leaders away.

 

From goblin gear to a full blown fortress (which unfortunately didn't survive much of a siege), the Explorers definitely let their creativity run wild this week. 

Tuesday, 28 February 2023 20:02

Finance Week!

This week at explorers we have been exploring the wonderful world of finance. We have been learning about taxes, currencies,budgets in a way where they created a currency e.g with pens and pans and they would often change price depending on a possible world scenario in a fun way!!  The explorers did really well and also had a chance of doing a quiz ! 

 

Great job Explorers!

Tuesday, 27 December 2022 09:11

Festive Fun!

To celebrate Christmas the explorers went to lazer tag and after all that energy burning they had a pizza feast of 15 pizzas! Merry christmas to all our explorers and thankyou for a great year. We look forward to seeing you all in the new year!

Tuesday, 29 November 2022 20:26

Programme Planning

This evening we have been doing some programme planning where the explorers planned their own Programme with a balance of awards,camps,fun stuff and lots of exciting ideas !!

Well done explorers !

Thursday, 24 November 2022 12:49

Music Night

This week at Explorers, a DJ and our DJ showed everyone in the group how to DJ! 

The group helped set up an entire sound and lighting system before jumping on the decks to mix some music. From some classic club tunes from the likes of Gaga and Calvin Harris, to some rogue country ballads from the one and only Johnny Cash, all the explorers got to play around and mix their favourite music with one another and create a bonkers night everyone enjoyed.

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 Longford Scouts is an active Scout Group based at the Ranche in Longford Park, Stretford in Manchester. We accept boys and girls between the ages of 4 and 18. We are a registered charity.