Drop in on the Heritage team in the Programme tent to step through scouting history with their simple but fun activity – and if you’re lucky, you might even earn a badge for your efforts.
The stall offers the opportunity to try seven activities drawn from activity (proficiency) badges throughout the years. Can you tie knots blindfold, know the difference between Cumulonimbus and Cirrostratus, perhaps you can show off your skills by spinning plates (not the metaphorical ones) or even fly a diablo.
This is not just an exercise in showing that leaders can turn their hand to anything, it also shows that these skills have been something we’ve been encouraging and sharing with our young people for over 100 years. The badges might have changed name, shape or even disappeared completely but our Scouting Heritage is always with us.
If you want to see more on the history of Scouting along with some objects on display, pop in on the exhibit in the Collaboration Space in Gilwell House.