Who is this course for?
This is a SOWA Discovery weekend which is the first part of the award. You can find out more here: https://members.scouts.org.uk/sowa
Scouts of the World Award (SOWA) is a Scout Network only award that gives Scout Network members the chance to undertake a project of their choice within the themes of Peace, Environment and Sustainability and take action on their chosen issue.
Discovery (14 hours)
- a SOWA Discovery event may take place as a residential event or a number of shorter events but should be a minimum of 14 hours of learning
- the Discovery will broaden the participants understanding of the wider global context that underpins the Award
Please note this information will be emailed to you.
Arrival
Date & Time: Friday from 19:00
Departure
Date & Time: Sunday 14:00
Location
We are in the Croft nr Reception
https://www.fernycrofts.org.uk/directions-to-ferny-crofts
The nearest station is Beaulieu Rd approx 1 Mike with a limited service. If you want collection from a Rail Station (e.g. Brockenhurst, Southampton) please contact us before booking tickets.
The centre has toilets, showers, kitchen facilities, first aid room and main hall.
Accommodation will be in bunk beds- bring your own sleeping bag & pillow.
Programme
Here is the outline Programme:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kPtFcrgS3hiVh5RBOVV69IxHCqxWEDm6/view?usp=drivesdk
Cost
£35.00 all weekend (including accommodation, activities & food). Please send your cheque or a group cheque for payable to HCSC to Mike Baxter, 5 Farnborough Street, Farnborough, GU14 8AG.
If you prefer to pay by BACS please use the following details:
Account name: HCSC Sort Code: 40-46-39 Account no: 51260936 Reference: 75SOWA (then your surname)
What to bring
Rucksack or holdall, sleeping bag/pillow, wash kit, towel, tea towel, changes of clothing, outdoor / indoor shoes, & pen
Any queries/In touch?
The leaders in charge of the event will have mobile phones with them, should people need to contact us in the event of an emergency: Mike 07979 334679 or Ian Stewart 07789 432350 or Richard 07766 666024