1st Richmondshire Scout Group

14/10/2026

🌟 **VOLUNTEERING IS ! 🌟**

**Ever thought about volunteering with Scouts? Now could be the perfect time! 💚**

At **1st Richmond Scout Group**, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference in the lives of young people across our community.

And here’s the thing… you don’t need to have been a Scout yourself, know how to tie knots, or be an expert at camping! 🏕️😂

Whether you enjoy the outdoors, cooking, crafts, organising activities, DIY, fundraising, or simply helping others, **there’s a place for you in Scouts!**

🙌 **What’s in it for you?**
✅ Make a real difference to young people's lives.
✅ Learn new skills and discover new interests.
✅ Meet new people and make great friends.
✅ Boost your confidence and wellbeing.
✅ Have fun while giving something back to your local community.

⏰ **Worried about the time commitment?** Don't be! There are lots of ways to help, and you don't have to do everything. Even giving a little of your time can make a BIG difference.

You could help out regularly, support an occasional activity, share a particular skill, or join our team behind the scenes.

💚 **You could help a young person discover something they're brilliant at, try something new, or build confidence that lasts a lifetime.**

And you might discover that volunteering is pretty good for you, too!

👉 **Interested in finding out more?** Visit our website and get in touch with us. No pressure, just a friendly chat about how you could get involved.

🌐 https://1strichmond.org.uk/

**Be part of something amazing. Give a little time. Make a big difference.**

05/08/2026

Our Scout section needs volunteers

14/07/2026

01/06/2026

⭐ Volunteers' Week 2026 ⭐

This Volunteers' Week, we'd like to say a huge thank you to all of the amazing volunteers at 1st Richmond Scout Group.

From planning meetings and running activities to organising camps, maintaining equipment, managing administration, and supporting behind the scenes, your commitment helps provide incredible opportunities for young people every week.

Because of your dedication, our young people can learn new skills, gain confidence, make friends, and experience adventures they will remember for years to come.

Your time, energy, and enthusiasm make a real difference, and we are incredibly grateful for everything you do.

💜 Thank you for your commitment.
💚 Thank you for your support.
💙 Thank you for helping deliver Skills for Life.

Happy Volunteers' Week 2026!

01/04/2026

Our Cub Leader Marie as recognised at a recent awards event for North Yorkshire Scouts

Unsung Hero: Team Player

Marie has been an exceptional team player throughout her time in scouting so far. Stepping in post-COVID to help restart our Cub section — with no previous Scouting knowledge at all — Marie threw herself into the role with enthusiasm, humility, and a determination to give young people the opportunities they had missed. Marie consistently delivers engaging, meaningful sessions for our Cubs, bringing energy, creativity, and warmth to every meeting. She is always ready to step in for other sections — at camps, meetings, or events — often at short notice, always with a smile and a can-do attitude. Her reliability, positivity, and genuine care lift the whole team and make Scouting better for both volunteers and young people alike. Marie is truly indispensable to our group and we are so thankful for all the time she gives to scouting. Her resilience, compassion, and unwavering teamwork embody the very best of what Scouting stands for.

01/04/2026

🚨✨ NEW BADGE ALERT ✨🚨

We’re excited to introduce a brand new badge launching this year…

😴 The “Early Night” Badge 😴

To earn it, Scouts must successfully:
🛏️ Be in their sleeping bag by lights out
🤫 Stay quiet after bedtime
📵 Avoid “just one more chat” with their mates
🌙 And actually fall asleep within a reasonable amount of time

Bonus recognition available for anyone who doesn’t say:
👉 “I’m not even tired”
👉 “What was that noise?”
👉 “Can I have a drink?”

We’re told this is one of the most challenging badges we’ve ever introduced…

Think anyone will manage it? 😄👇

20/03/2026

A huge thank you to JT Atkinson Builders Merchantfor their generous support of 1st Richmond Scouts! 🙌

Thanks to their donation of new high-vis jackets, our young people can stay safer and more visible during hikes and when we’re out and about in the community. 🥾🦺

They’ve even gone the extra mile and had our group logo added.👏

We really appreciate your support in helping us keep Scouting safe, fun, and accessible for everyone. 💛

If you are interested in helping at Richmond Scout Group or wish to support us please drop us a message on our website. www.1stRichmond.org.uk

21/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from 1st Richmond Scouts 🎄

We’d like to wish all our young people, volunteers, leaders, families, and the wider Scouting community a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎅✨

As we look ahead to the new year, we’re always keen to welcome new volunteers. Whether you have lots of time or just a little to spare, there are roles across our sections to suit everyone — no previous Scouting experience needed.

If you fancy making a real difference, learning new skills, and having some fun along the way, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Find out more and get in touch via our website:
www.1stRichmond.org.uk