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SUMMARY:Wood Badge Validation Day
DESCRIPTION:🪵 Wood Badge Validation Day – November 29th! 🚀 \nAre you close to achieving your Wood Beads? Or maybe you’re not sure if you’ve already completed the requirements? Now is the time to find out and finish up your modules! \nWest Region Scouts is running a dedicated Validation Day to help you progress with your training. \nWhen: Friday\, November 29th\, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. \nChoose Your Attendance Style:\nIn-Person: Join us at Paisley District Scout HQ (Oldhall Rd\, Paisley PA1 3HN). \nOnline: Attend virtually from anywhere. \nPlease Note: Whether you are attending in-person or online\, you must fill out the attached form to register your attendance.\nhttps://forms.office.com/e/0wF8Ngq5c4 \nWe look forward to seeing you there and supporting your adult training journey! \n 
URL:https://westregion.org.uk/event/wood-badge-validation-2025/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:First Response Course
DESCRIPTION:First Response course being run at Bishopton Scout Hall on 8th November 2025. \nCourse costs £10\, tea and coffee included. \nBring a packed lunch or there are shops within a few minutes walk. \nSpaces limited to 12 so if you sign up and can’t make it please let me know so I can offer the space to someone else. \n  \nSign Up – https://www.cognitoforms.com/WestRegionScouts1/FirstResponseCourseSignUp \nIf you have any questions please contact – david.sneddon@westregion.org.uk
URL:https://westregion.org.uk/event/first-response-course/
LOCATION:Bishopton Scout Hall\, Scout Hall\, Greenock Rd\, Bishopton\, PA7 5JB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Leaders,Network,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250824T090000
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SUMMARY:RYA First Aid Course
DESCRIPTION:The Royal Yachting Association (RYA)\, is the national body for all forms of boating\, including dinghy and yacht racing\, motor and sail cruising\, RIBs and sports boats\, powerboat racing\, windsurfing\, inland cruising and narrowboats\, and personal watercraft. \nRenfrew Town Sea Scout Group are a RYA Recognised Training Centre and are delivering a RYA first aid course course on 24th August \n– Location – Renfrew Town Sea Scout Hall\, Renfrew\, 0900 – 1700.\n– Cost – £100 – 50% discount for Scout Association members (£50).\n– Minimum age – 12 years old\n– Ratio – 1 Instructor : 12 Students.\n– First Aid book and Certificate included. \n  \nFor more information contact – rya@rtss.org.uk \nTo sign up go t0 – https://forms.office.com/e/UmsvKzkB6p
URL:https://westregion.org.uk/event/rya-first-aid-course/
LOCATION:Renfrew Town Sea Scout Hall\, 5 Muir Street\, Renfrew\, PA4 0SB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Explorers,Leaders,Network,Training
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SUMMARY:RYA Level 2 Powerboat Course
DESCRIPTION:The Royal Yachting Association (RYA)\, is the national body for all forms of boating\, including dinghy and yacht racing\, motor and sail cruising\, RIBs and sports boats\, powerboat racing\, windsurfing\, inland cruising and narrowboats\, and personal watercraft. \nRenfrew Town Sea Scout Group are a RYA Recognised Training Centre and are delivering a Level 2 powerboat course on 19-20th July. \nCost – £300 – 50% discount for Scout Association members (£150)\n– Minimum age – 12 years old\n– Ratio – 1 Instructor : 3 Students.\n– Logbook and Certificate included. \n  \nFor more information contact – rya@rtss.org.uk \nTo sign up go t0 – https://forms.office.com/e/UmsvKzkB6p
URL:https://westregion.org.uk/event/rya-level-2-powerboat-course/
LOCATION:Inverkip Marina\, Kip Marina\, PA16 0AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Explorers,Leaders,Network,Training
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250511T120000
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SUMMARY:Skills weekend
DESCRIPTION:After the success of our first Skills weekend in May\, we are delighted to announce the return of the event for 2025 over the weekend of the 9th to the 11th of May.\n\n\nWith skills such as Climbing\, Archery\, Axe and saw\, paddle sports\, Nights away and much more besides it will be an excellent opportunity for Adults in Scouting to learn new skills or further develop skills they already have.\n\nSign up here – https://www.cognitoforms.com/LapwingLodge/AdultSkillsWeekend2025
URL:https://westregion.org.uk/event/skills-weekend/
LOCATION:Lapwing Lodge\, Lapwing Lodge\, PA2 8UL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Explorers,Leaders,Training
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SUMMARY:Archery GB Instructor Course
DESCRIPTION:Would you love to learn how to lead archery sessions? Then come along to our beginners instructors course! The Archery GB Instructor Award is the industry’s leading training course for archery. The course is designed for learners with little or no prior experience of archery. \nWhat’s involved? \nYou will be trained and assessed by accredited Archery GB coaches who will show you how to: \nHow to shoot arrows \nHow to prepare and deliver archery sessions \nHow to select appropriate equipment \nHow to set up a range \nHow to ensure safety on the range \nYou will be able to lead fun and safe archery sessions for beginners. Learners must be at least 17 years old by the first day of the course. The successful learner will gain an Archery GB Instructor licence which lasts for three years. \nWhat’s included \nThe course fees include accommodation and catering across the weekend. Please let us know of any dietary requirements when booking. The course takes place in the Wet Weather Hall at Scout Adventures Fordell Firs and all equipment and documentation are included in the course fee. \nSchedule \nFriday 17th January: evening practice session after dinner at 7:30pm \nSaturday 18th January: 9am-5pm \nSunday 19th January: 9am-5pm \nFunding \nIf you are a Scout member you can apply for up to a third of the course cost. \nFind out how to apply \nHow do I book? \nIt’s easy\, just follow the link below! If you have any questions you can also contact our friendly team by emailing fordellfirs@scouts.scot or calling 01383 412704.
URL:https://westregion.org.uk/event/archery-gb-instructor-course/
LOCATION:Fordell Firs\, Dunfermline\, KY11 7HQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:BASP Emergency First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:The course runs from 9am-5pm on Saturday and Sunday\, providing participants with as much practical knowledge and experience as possible through a combination of indoor and outdoor practical sessions. Friday night accommodation is available to make the most of the weekend. \nThe course covers emergency procedures; unconsciousness and recovery position; CPR; bleeding; fractures; burns; hypothermia and heatstroke; medical issues; and outdoor activity risks\, such as tick bites. \nThe course is suitable for outdoor workers\, instructors and enthusiasts. The certificate is valid for 3 years and recognised by MLTB\, BASI and other NGBs will be gained. \n  \nThe course costs £160 which include course fees and materials\, food and accommodation. \n  \nTo book – Get in touch with us via email at Judith.potter@scouts.scot
URL:https://westregion.org.uk/event/basp-emergency-first-aid-training/
LOCATION:Scout Adventures Meggernie\, PH15 2PT\, PH15 2PT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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