Killarney International Hostel

Ring of Kerry Rd, Aghadoe House, Killarney, Co Kerry Tel: +353 [...]]]> During a recent Explorer Scout Summer Camp to Ireland, the 21st Century ESU had the fortune to stop in an Irish Youth Hostel. The Hostel was in Killarney a fantastic location with lots of outdoor activities. The rooms and facilities were excellent.

Killarney International Hostel

Ring of Kerry Rd, Aghadoe House, Killarney, Co Kerry Tel: +353 (0)64-66- 31240

Killarney International Hostel is a four star hostel set in an 18th century mansion located on 75 acres of gardens and forest overlooking the mountains circling Killarney National Park in Co. Kerry. Killarney is one of the most picturesque towns you will find in all of Ireland-with the Lakes of Killarney, the National Park and Muckross House all adding to its beauty.

Commanding spectacular views over the mountains and lakes of Killarney, this hostel is fully equipped with modern facilities whilst maintaining the charm and character of an historic building in peaceful surroundings.

Killarney is a lively hub of activity, with many restaurants, pubs, discos, along with outlets for renting bikes, cars and the famous jaunting cars!

For further details visit their website http://www.killarneyinternationalhostel.com

The District eXtreme Activates team went white water rafting on Sunday at Bala, Wales. From the picture you would not believe that there was a full boat crew, so yes they did get wet, but it was a fantastic eXtreme event that all enjoyed the activity.

To see more of the photos visit the Gallery.

http://www.staffordexplorers.org.uk/?page_id=142

With the ever changing world of technology and social networks, most of us are now using community networks like Facebook and twitter. To help communicate announcements, activities, information, D of E etc. between Explorers and leaders, Stafford District Explorers have their own Facebook account. All Stafford District Explorers and leaders are welcome to join, [...]]]>

With the ever changing world of technology and social networks, most of us are now using community networks like Facebook and twitter. To help communicate announcements, activities, information, D of E etc. between Explorers and leaders, Stafford District Explorers have their own Facebook account. All Stafford District Explorers and leaders are welcome to join, and with privacy and data protection in mind, your application to the group will need to be approved.

Please be aware this group has been set up for you, to help you.

To join log into your Facebook account and click on the link below.

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=115408877528

If you fancy a fun & challenging weekend packed with Activities then put the above date in your diary now! Can’t say any more other than to book a place by telling your Leader before we break up for the Summer Holidays. Teams to consist of 4 to 6 persons [...]]]> Fri 25^th to Sun 27^th September

If you fancy a fun & challenging weekend packed with Activities then put the above date in your diary now! Can’t say any more other than to book a place by telling your Leader before we break up for the Summer Holidays. Teams to consist of 4 to 6 persons of mixed age & experience. We have a great weekend planned for you so be there or be square!

Contact your unit leaders for more information

The World Scout Jamboree On The Internet (JOTI) is an international Scout Meeting on the Internet which takes places every year on the third weekend of October. This is an official event of the World Organization of the Scout [...]]]> Take part in the next World Scout Jamboree On The Internet – 17th and 18th October 2009

The World Scout Jamboree On The Internet (JOTI) is an international Scout Meeting on the Internet which takes places every year on the third weekend of October. This is an official event of the World Organization of the Scout Movement.
During that weekend, thousands of Scouts from all over the world meet and communicate with each other over the Internet, using any technologies locally available, from web browsers to e-mail, chat programs, microphones, scanners and digital cameras. Scout groups can combine this event with the Jamboree On The Air (JOTA), an event where Scouts can communicate with each other over radio amateur frequencies with the assistance of a local radio amateur crew.
Most of the communication takes place over E-mail and in a chat network called IRC, the Internet Relay Chat. JOTI allows you to build friendships with Scouts in other countries and to find out more about their civil and scouting life. Often, these contacts last for years and build the base for upcoming group trips and enterprises.

For more information on what software and how to take part visit http://www.joti.org

Are you interested? if so vote register your interest by sending a mail to extreme@staffordexplorers.org.uk containing your name, unit and the extreme activity.

St John Ambulance have asked if we have 1 or 2 scouts to help out at the Penkridge festival on the weekend of 15/16 August. You will need to be 16+.

Contact your unit leaders for further information