A summary of what is in this email:

  • Communication emails
  • First Response training – Blended module changes
  • Patrols and adult support needed for CPCW 2026
  • Product recalls
  • Centenery – Narrowboat
  • Bucks’ Scouts Carnival Camp 2026
  • CamJam 2027

Communication emails

We are aware that some of our communication emails have been caught by spam filters and in some cases haven’t delivered to your inboxes as a result. We are working through these issues and trialing new ways to send emails to you to ensure you receive all the essential information for your role.

We also upload our communication emails onto the County website, the archive can be accessed here: https://oxonscouting.org.uk/volunteer-resources/running-scouting-in-oxfordshire/communicating-scouting/

First response – Blended model (Module 10A)

HQ have updated the way that module 10A is delivered and you can now complete it as an e-learning module on MyLearning. We have updated the County Website learning pages to reflect these changes and they contain the links to the different ways you can complete your first response learning. Don’t forget if you complete module 10A online, you also need to complete Module 10B as well for the practical elements.

The first response pages can be accessed here: https://oxonscouting.org.uk/volunteer-resources/learning-development-awards/adult-training/

Patrols and adult support needed for CPCW 2026

CPCW is a popular scouting event and competition with a focus on either putting core scouting skills to the test or teaching them, camping as a patrol with scored meals cooked over open fire. Hygiene and campcraft is high on the menu, backed up by fun and challenging patrol activities with a team work angle and more modern elements such as a silent disco, archery, shooting, climbing wall, photography, talent competition and our ever comical MC from Bristol. The event is open to all scouts, regardless of experience with participant age limits in accordance with the Scout section, but with applications welcomed for Explorers, Network & Leaders for the many support roles we need to run this camp. All Groups registering must supply at least one adult event staff member. The event costs £50 per young person and includes a first night BBQ but not food for the event which must be planned by Scout participants. Registration will be live from 7th April 2026, the event is 2nd-4th October at Horley Campsite – further details and links to register are all available at https://cpcw-oxon.events. Please direct any questions to the event lead, Chris Bee, via cpcw@oxonscouting.org.uk

Product recalls

We’ve been alerted to several product recalls that may impact the safe delivery of your activities:

Centenary Narrow boat

Centenary is a spacious 12 berth narrowboat, fully fitted with shower, toilets, eyelevel oven, hob, and fridge and is central heated for cooler seasons. Run as a charity it is available for hire to youth groups at a fraction of commercial rates.  Based at Calcutt Boats near Southam on the junction of the Oxford and Grand Union Canals, the location offers routes suitable for weekends or full week cruises. Please the flyer attached for more information

Bucks’ Scouts Carnival Camp 2026

Roll up, roll up – Adventure awaits! Big top, bright lights and bundles of fun!

Bucks Scouts Carnival is coming this May Bank Holiday weekend and promises to be an exciting and fun-packed event for all sections – come and join the magic. For more information, visit their website here: Bucks Scouts Carnival – Scouts Carnival 2026

CamJam

The CamJam 2027 team is gearing up to provide an unforgettable week of adventure, friendship, and discovery as we bring together around 3,000 Scouts and Guides plus 2,000 volunteers from across the UK and overseas. Building on the success of CamJam 2019 we have rebranded and changed our location to our exciting new and larger venue on the Abbots Ripton Estate.

�� Dates: 31 July to 7 August 2027

�� Location: The Abbots Ripton Estate, Huntingdon PE28 2PH 

Participants: Youth aged 10–17 (as of 31 July 2027)

It’s a great opportunity for your Groups/Units to attend a UK-based International camp without having to do loads of organising. We also welcome offers of help as staff.

Bookings are now open.

Interested in bringing a contingent or volunteering for the staff team?  More details, booking and pricing information can be found on the CamJam website: https://camjam.org.uk

Have a great month!

Best wishes,

Michelle