Skills for Life

Are you aged 4-25 years old? See what Blackdown Scouts could offer you!

From Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers all the way to Network!

Welcome to Blackdown District

Blackdown District has 21 Groups based in the towns and villages spread across from Wiveliscombe in the west to Crewkerne in the east.

The numbers of young people involved in Scouting has never been higher and as the pandemic recedes we expect this demand to get even higher!

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There is a whole world of opportunities waiting for you when you volunteer with Blackdown Scouts whether you can offer a little time or a lot!

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Upcoming events

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Event
District Beaver Camp 2024
When

08th Jun 2024 - 09th Jun 2024

Time

All Day

Location

Huish Woods Scout Campsite, West Hatch, Taunton, TA3 5RH

Event
District Cub Camp 2024
When

14th Jun 2024 - 16th Jun 2024

Time

All Day

Location

Huish Woods Scout Campsite, West Hatch, Taunton, TA3 5RH

Event
District Explorer Camp 2024
When

21st Jun 2024 - 23rd Jun 2024

Time

All Day

Location

Winters Farm, Winters Lane, Brompton Ralph

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Nature and the outdoors are languages that can be learned. Once you identify a beech tree, tie a clove hitch or cook a simple meal over a fire that you’ve built yourself, you’ll never forget it.'
Bear Grylls, Chief Scout Bear Grylls