Over 1,000 young people from across Hull and surrounding areas flocked to a weekend full of adventure to help build their life skills and confidence. The recent bank holiday weekend saw Humberside Scouts hold their county camp, giving young people aged over the age of four the opportunity to try new things, step out of their comfort zone, embrace nature and learn new skills.
The event, designed to bring together young people from Hull, North Lincolnshire, Pocklington, Beverley and Hornsea saw, over 1,000 happy-faced young people arrive at Raywell Scout Activity Centre on Friday night, ready for an action-packed weekend.
The event, spanning Friday to Monday, offered a lineup of over 50 adventurous activities, providing their members a chance to embrace new challenges, conquer their fears and learn skills for life. From archery and climbing to shooting, sailing, segways and quadbikes, and even backwards cooking, there was never a shortage of things to do. The grand final on Monday featured captivating bird and fire shows.
The weekend was shaped by the young people themselves, with groups from across the county voting on this year’s theme, Scouts In Space, as well as helping with planning. In recent years The Scouts have taken a youth-first approach making sure the movement reflects the needs of its members in today’s society.
Lottie Rymer, county youth lead said: “It was truly inspiring seeing so many young people with smiles on their faces and trying new things. It’s weekends like this that remind me of the important work scouts do.”
Chief Scout Dwayne Fields said: “It’s so important that young people have a chance to get outdoors and to feel wet grass under their feet and a little mud on their hands. Living and working together with others at camp helps build an adventure spirit, respect and grit – all key life skills. I want to send a huge well done to all those volunteer leaders who are helping Scouts get away camping this summer. I salute you all. You’re making a difference and it’s so inspiring to see.”