Archery as well as being an Olympic target sport is also an inclusive and exciting adventurous activity for our young people. Thankfully for those looking to lead these activities, there are courses coming up:
Christchurch Scouts have Aim 4 Sport running an Archery GB Instructors Course at Braggers Wood on the 9th and 10th September.
They are offering a discount to Scout members so if you have anyone that might be interested.
Please book via https://www.aim4sport.com/courses/archery-gb-instructor-courses-now-available/
This is a two day course which is designed for people with little or no prior experience of Archery. Candidates must be at least 17 years old by the start of the course.
Topics that are covered within the course are; how to shoot arrows, preparing and delivering Archery sessions, how to select appropriate equipment, setting up a range and how to ensure safety on the range. Successful candidates will gain an Archery GB Instructor licence which will last for three years.
This course is not catered, so please bring lunches for the two days, although tea and coffee will be provided throughout. You will be working outdoors from time to time, so please wear appropriate clothing and bring waterproofs.
The days will run from approximately 9:00am to 5:00pm. Cost is £175. Camping can be booked separately.
Book at https://fernycrofts.cinolla.com/
Ferny Crofts is pleased to be re-opening for Scout Leaders and their families to join us once again for a camping break in the New Forest. This is a unique opportunity whilst overnight Scouting bookings are not possible to enjoy our site as a family, check out our facilities for future Scouting trips, or just relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the New Forest National Park!
Whether you've camped with us before or this is your first visit, please ensure you visit the Ferhttps://www.fernycrofts.org.uk/scoutleadercampingny Crofts website for full details on what is currently on offer and how we are working to keep everyone on site safe.
Ferny Crofts Scout Activity Centre is looking to recruit a team of volunteers to support us in getting the centre, ready for the summer season, and also to help us deliver activities for Scouts throughout the year. Volunteering opportunities will commence as soon as Coronavirus restrictions are lifted sufficiently to allow this to take place safely.
We are looking for people to help us in a few different areas:
If you want to get involved, please fill out our expression of interest form.
At the moment this is an expression of interest only. As soon as we know more about when we may be allowed to start Scouting activities again we will be in contact with you.
Ferny Crofts is now open for Scout Groups to return to the site, with a number of different options available to book.
Our site is open for outdoor Scout activities and non-residential indoor activities, running in accordance with the latest guidance on getting back together safely from The Scouts.
This includes many of our Self-led Activities such as Frisbee Golf, Crazy Golf and our Pizza Ovens.
A number of groups have already joined us recently for activity days or evening Pizza Oven and Crazy Golf sessions (lighting available!) and others have simply used the site as a base for weekend expedition challenges around the New Forest.
Remember that as the County’s own Activity Centre, use of the site by Hampshire Groups on weekday evenings is free of charge!
Please visit the Ferny Crofts website for full details on what is currently on offer and how we are working to keep everyone on site safe.
We look forward to welcoming you back to Ferny Crofts soon.
