Gilwell Reunion is a camp held in the first weekend of September. It is a weekend aimed at all adults involved in Scouting, no matter if youre a District commissioner, or parent helper, you are welcome to attend.
Reunion was established to mark the first Wood Badge course in 1919. The event has run every year since 1921 (except for four years during the Second World War) and is an opportunity for adults in Scouting to experience an active, educational weekend and to meet up with friends old and new from across the globe. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about projects and programme activities, share knowledge, network and have fun!
Whats new this year?
You’ll see big changes at this year’s Reunion. Based on your feedback, we’re going back to basics and returning to the ethos of how Reunion was founded. There will be more workshops and seminars, as well as activity training and a practical, engaging programme. The event set-up has changed in order to maximise space and provide more programme and engagement opportunities for you. We’ll still have the film screening, campfire and evening entertainment on both nights.
Business or pleasure?
The Annual General Meeting is once again taking place on the Saturday morning of Reunion, this time on The Orchard.
On the Friday night we’ll have the Lid bar and disco, and the Queen’s Squiffy Woggle Pub on Essex Chase with real ales and good music. We will also have a variety of other entertainment options which will be announced soon!
On Sunday, we’ll have the annual Scouts Own taking place on the Training Ground.This reflection session will be brought to you by young people from a number of faiths and beliefs. It’s an opportunity for everyone to come together to reflect on the past year.
For more information on Gilwell Reunion Leaders Camp have a look at their webpage here or contact Lee (ADC Scouts) who is taking bookings for the district. The deadline to book and pay through Lee is 14th July to allow cheques to clear and be sent off, but you can book direct after then. If you let Lee know then he can add you to our mailing list for all information from the organisers on site.
Go on…. treat yourself before the new term starts…