Brent Scouts Summer Camp Opportunity
Express interest by 18th November 2023 to take part in this Jamboree opportunity!
Summary - Key Information
The Larkin Jamboree takes place in North Yorkshire between 27th July and 3rd August (Saturday to Saturday).
Brent are taking a contingent of 24 Scouts to Larkin. There will be a preparation programme of activities and a fundraising campaign to support costs of the camp.
Cost to parents and carers - £300, with additional £200 fundraising from Scouts. This is to be paid in six instalments over time. There is funding available to those who meet the criteria for the District Access Fund.
About Larkin
Larkin ’24 takes place from Saturday 27th July to 3rd August 2024. Set in the beautiful countryside in England’s largest county, North Yorkshire and just 25 miles from the historic City of York.
Brent Scouts are taking a contingent of Scouts to the Larkin Jamboree next summer - members aged 10.5 - 14 at the time of the camp can join the contingent.
Programme
We have over 100 different activities with more to come!
We will have water activities (both on and offsite), high ropes, mountain biking, bouldering, bushcraft, archery, abseiling, inflatables, shooting, caving, zip wire, circus skill workshops, baking, zorbing, an escape room, craft zones, trampolines and much much more!
Every lunchtime and evening, a range of activities and entertainment will be taking place on the Main Stage, alongside or in other locations. You could go to a disco, watch a film, look at the night sky or take part in the "Larkin' Got Talent" show.
There will be a celebration to mark Yorkshire Day with many surprises and much more!
Timeline for the Brent Scouts Contingent
Applications are open and will close around the 18th November. There will be an initial limit of 24 places but depending on interest and leader capacity, there may be capacity for more.
January 2024 - First Contingent Meeting and Preparation Day (including parent briefing)
January - July 2024 - Fundraising for the Camp
March 2024 - Contingent Teambuilding @ Monopoly Run Live
May 2024 - Preparation Camp @ PACCAR
July 2024 - Final Preparation Day and Parent Briefing
27/07 - 03/08 - Larkin Jamboree - seven-day international camp!
September 2024 - Debrief with Groups and at District AGM
Cost - £300 to be paid in instalments, with additional £200 fundraising from each participant.
This covers:
Camp fees and programme costs.
Transport costs to and from the site by minibus as well as kit transport.
All meals and materials for the full week of camp, including a custom badge and necker.
A preparation programme to support the Scouts getting the most out of their camp experience and grow together as a strong team - this is the equivalent of another four days of activities.
Questions and Queries - the email for the Contingent Lead can be found on the information letter above and the Application Form on the link below.