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SUMMARY:First Response
DESCRIPTION:This learning opportunity is The Scouts First Response course which covers all the required content to validate your First Response module in My Learning.  \nThe course runs from 9.30am to 4.30pm and will include a mixture of practical activities and discussion. We will provide the resources and equipment required to complete this learning opportunity. We will also validate your module on My Learning after completion. \nPlease bring a packed lunch with you and a reusable hot drinks cup and water bottle. We will provide tea\, coffee and biscuits throughout the day and there is plenty of water on tap. \nThere are limited spaces available on this First Response course. Please book your space now to avoid missing out.  \nFAQs \n\nNot sure if you need to complete this learning? This learning needs to be completed by all Section Team volunteers\, Group Lead Volunteers\, and 14-24 Team Leaders. For more information about First Response and other Growing Roots learning for your role\, please click here.\nDoes this learning need to be renewed? Yes\, if your role requires the learning you must complete the course every three years.
URL:https://gmwscouts.org.uk/event/firstresponse-27092025/
LOCATION:Bispham Hall Scout Estate\, Crank Road\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN5 7DT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="County Office":MAILTO:county.office@gmwscouts.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Skills for Residential Experiences - Indoor (Nights Away Course)
DESCRIPTION:This learning opportunity gives volunteers the knowledge they need to go away and complete their Nights Away Permit. This part of the course covers the administration related to nights away\, and therefore is perfect for those wanting to do an Indoor Permit. If you are also looking to learn some practical skills\, please take a look at our two-day Outdoor course.  \nThe course runs from 9.30am to 4.30pm. We will provide the resources and equipment required to complete this learning opportunity. \nPlease bring a packed lunch with you and a reusable hot drinks cup and water bottle. We will provide tea\, coffee and biscuits throughout the day and there is plenty of water on tap. Some of the course will be outdoors\, so please dress appropriately. \nThere are limited spaces available on this workshop. Please book your space now to avoid missing out. \nHere are some useful links relating to this learning opportunity: \n\nThe Nights Away Permit Scheme\n\nFor volunteers completing learning over both days during this weekend\, accommodation is available (indoor or camping\, depending on availability). We can provide you with an evening meal on the Saturday\, and breakfast and lunch on the Sunday if you are staying over. Please bring a packed lunch for the Saturday. If you would like accommodation/catering\, please contact us after you have booked your space on the workshop by emailing\, county.office@gmwscouts.org.uk. Please include in the email\, your full name and any dietary requirements.
URL:https://gmwscouts.org.uk/event/residentialskillsindoorsept2025/
LOCATION:Bispham Hall Scout Estate\, Crank Road\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN5 7DT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="County Office":MAILTO:county.office@gmwscouts.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Skills for Residential Experiences - Campsite (Nights Away Course)
DESCRIPTION:This learning opportunity gives volunteers the knowledge they need to go away and complete their Nights Away Permit. The course covers the administration related to nights away and the practical elements of running a nights away experience. This course is perfect for those wanting to undertake their Campsite Nights Away Permit\, or someone wanting to do an Indoor Nights Away Permit but brush up on some practical skills too. \nThe course runs from 9.30am to 4.30pm on both days. We will provide the resources and equipment required to complete this learning opportunity. There is the option to stay over\, please find below more information about accommodation or you can travel both days from home. \nPlease bring a packed lunch with you and a reusable hot drinks cup and water bottle. We will provide tea\, coffee and biscuits throughout the day and there is plenty of water on tap. A large amount of the course will be outdoors\, so please dress appropriately. \nThere are limited spaces available on this workshop. Please book your space now to avoid missing out. \nHere are some useful links relating to this learning opportunity: \n\nThe Nights Away Permit Scheme\n\nFor volunteers completing learning over both days during this weekend\, accommodation is available (indoor or camping\, depending on availability). We can provide you with an evening meal on the Saturday\, and breakfast and lunch on the Sunday if you are staying over. Please bring a packed lunch for the Saturday. If you would like accommodation/catering\, please contact us after you have booked your space on the workshop by emailing\, county.office@gmwscouts.org.uk. Please include in the email\, your full name and any dietary requirements.
URL:https://gmwscouts.org.uk/event/residentialskillscampsitesept2025/
LOCATION:Bispham Hall Scout Estate\, Crank Road\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN5 7DT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Learning
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SUMMARY:Woodbage Learning - Modules 8\, 9 and 13
DESCRIPTION:This learning opportunity is for volunteers who are working towards their optional Woodbadge and this opportunity provides you with knowledge required for Module 8 Skills of Leadership\, Module 9 Working with Adults\, and Module 13 Growing the Section. \nThe course runs from 10.00am to 1.00pm and will include a mixture of practical activities and discussion. We will provide the resources and equipment required to complete this learning opportunity. You will need to validate this learning following the course with your Learning Assessor\, if you are unsure who this is\, please contact your District Lead Volunteer or Volunteering Development Team Leader. \nPlease bring with you a reusable hot drinks cup and water bottle. We will provide tea\, coffee and biscuits throughout the day and there is plenty of water on tap. \nThere are limited spaces available on this learning opportunity. Please book your space now to avoid missing out. 
URL:https://gmwscouts.org.uk/event/woodbadgelearningsept2025/
LOCATION:Bispham Hall Scout Estate\, Crank Road\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN5 7DT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="County Office":MAILTO:county.office@gmwscouts.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250928T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250928T163000
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SUMMARY:First Response
DESCRIPTION:This learning opportunity is The Scouts First Response course which covers all the required content to validate your First Response module in My Learning.  \nThe course runs from 9.30am to 4.30pm and will include a mixture of practical activities and discussion. We will provide the resources and equipment required to complete this learning opportunity. We will also validate your module on My Learning after completion. \nPlease bring a packed lunch with you and a reusable hot drinks cup and water bottle. We will provide tea\, coffee and biscuits throughout the day and there is plenty of water on tap. \nThere are limited spaces available on this First Response course. Please book your space now to avoid missing out.  \nFAQs \n\nNot sure if you need to complete this learning? This learning needs to be completed by all Section Team volunteers\, Group Lead Volunteers\, and 14-24 Team Leaders. For more information about First Response and other Growing Roots learning for your role\, please click here.\nDoes this learning need to be renewed? Yes\, if your role requires the learning you must complete the course every three years.
URL:https://gmwscouts.org.uk/event/firstresponse-28092025/
LOCATION:Bispham Hall Scout Estate\, Crank Road\, Wigan\, Greater Manchester\, WN5 7DT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Learning
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