OUR COUNTY NEWSLETTER

Latest edition – September 2024

Young Leader Qualification Information ZOOM

Region are running a free zoom session for information about the Young Leader weekend events and also about the YL qualification on 12 November. Further details and bookings can be made here:
https://girlguidingnortheast.org.uk/events/young-leader-qualification-information-zoom-2/

Reminder about 14-17 year old Safe Space training

If you have Young Leaders or External Volunteers in your units please remind them that they need to complete the Safe Space  for 14-17 year olds on the Learning Platform. To do this they must have their own email address registered on GO (not their parents email which will still be on GO if they were a Guide/Ranger). Region are running a free zoom training  for A Safe Space for 14-17 year olds, further details can be found here:
https://girlguidingnortheast.org.uk/events/a-safe-space-for-14-17-year-olds/

WYS Outdoor Skills Day

West Yorkshire South are running an Outdoor Skills day on 14 September at Midgley campsite. This includes a choice of 9 activities ranging from fire lighting to foraging, outdoor cooking and map reading. As well as learning new skills the day will provide an opportunity to meet other leaders and will end with food and a campfire.

Further details and bookings are via this link https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/outdoor-skills-day-registration-884856147557

Rainbows Santa Special – Sunday 1st December 2024

Following the success of last year’s Murton Park Christmas trip NYS are holding a Rainbows Santa Special event. Girls will visit Santa in his village, receive a gift of special Christmas Murton Money to exchange for a gift of their  choice in the toyshop. Mrs Christmas and the elves will join the Rainbows for a ride on the Derwent Valley Light Railway Christmas train. There will also be a selection of simple Christmas crafts to try and take home. There will several indoor areas set aside for eating a packed lunch if you decide to stay.

For further information and bookings please contact Lesley Strathie:
countycommissioner@girlguidingnys.org.uk

York Active Support Pie and Beetle Drive Night

When: Saturday 28 September 7 for 7.30pm
Where: White Rose House, Wheldrake
Who: Members of YAS, Trefoil Guild, Scout & Guide leaders plus family and friends
What’s included: An entertaining team dice game plus pie and pea supper, bring your own other refreshments!
Further details: available here
Bookings: Cost £10 per person to be made by Monday 2 Sept
Email:  Robert Dickenson to confirm attendance and advise of dietary requirements 

Downs Syndrome 21 Challenge

Downs Syndrome UK are offering units the opportunity to participate in their annual 21 Challenge as part of Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October. This initiative is a fun and engaging way to raise awareness, and it aligns perfectly with the “Want to Make a Difference?” badge, specifically the “Make Change” skills builder.

The 21 Challenge encourages participants to take on activities related to the number 21—whether it’s completing 21 acts of kindness, crafting 21 special items, or anything else your unit can dream up.  They can provide posters, resources and any additional support you may need to get started. 

For further details please contact Rachel Hristov Community Fundraising Coordinator at Downs Syndrome UK

York Gang Show Performing Arts

York Active Support are looking to see if there is an interest in reviving the Gang Show or some other performing arts event. They are holding an open meeting for leaders from Scouting and Girlguiding on Tuesday 24 September at Acomb Sports Club, in order to gauge the level of interest. 

Further information can be found here

If you’re not able to attend but would still like to be involved in some way please email john.ives@nys.org.uk