This is an excellent item for your noticeboard, newsletter or website.. I’m afraid I don’t have the source but it might make someone realise how useful they could be in your group
The Busy Scouter
NOTICX TO ALL PARXNTS
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Something to consider, whatever your talents and experience – you ARE a key person here.
Jon Bloor
I'm a leader with more than 30 years of experience and I have run beavers, cubs, scouts and explorers. I was in a trial group for the scout network. Presently, I am group scout leader (or group lead volunteer) at 4th Ashby Scout Group.
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