Latest News

All the Latest News can be found below.

• Group Activity Day

  13th September 2015

  Photos from our Group Activity day are up on our Facebook page. Well done to all the Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Parents who made it along ...

• Scout Camp - Journey Home

  5th August 2015

  Scouts now on journey home and should be arriving between 6.30 and 7.90 tonight. ...

• Scouts - Summer Camp Photos

  5th August 2015

  Well done to all the Scouts who were on our joint Summer Camp with 35th Glasgow Scouts to Great Tower. Pictures are up on our Facebook page ...

• The Experience - Go Karting

  23rd June 2015

  Go-Karting is at The Experience in Hillington Industrial Estate, postcode G52 4JR ...

• Scouts - Kayaking

  13th June 2015

  A big thank you to Ross and Thomas for running our final kayaking session before the summer ...

• Beavers and Cubs - Sports Nights Tuesday 9th June

  9th June 2015

  Sun is out so sports will go ahead tonight at Muirend Pavillion for Beavers and Cubs - meeting times same as normal on Tuesdays. ...

• Beavers and Cubs Sports Night-Tuesday 9th June

  3rd June 2015

  Weather permitting, the Beavers and Cubs will be at Muirend Pavillion next Tuesday for sports-normal meeting times for each section. Please check website and Facebook for weather update on Tuesday afternoon. ...

• Beavers and Cub on Holiday 26th May 2015

  26th May 2015

  Beavers and Cubs will be on holiday on Tuesday 26th May 2015 due to School in-service day. We will be back in the hall on Tuesday 2nd June. ...

• Scouts - Kayaking

  1st May 2015

  Scouts were out on their first kayaking session of the season this week. For more pictures, see our Facebook page. ...

• Beavers 28th April - Cancelled

  24th April 2015

  Due to Church Jumble sale, Beavers will not be on Tuesday 28th April but will be back in the hall on the 5th May. ...

• Cubs 28th April - Out of Hall

  24th April 2015

  Due to Church Jumble sale we are unable to get into the hall - please check your emails for details of where we will be instead. ...

• Cubs Cancelled 21st April

  21st April 2015

  Due to illness and leader availability, Cubs is cancelled tonight. ...

• Scouts - Easter Expedition

  4th April 2015

  Well done to the 19 Scouts who completed this year's Easter Expedition. For more pictures, see our Facebook page. ...

• Pollok Estate Nature Walk-Cubs and Beavers

  31st March 2015

  Weather is not great again, so the choice is yours to make whether to come along or not.  I shall be at the park at 6.45, and a final decision will be made then. ...

• Scouts - Badges & Investitures

  29th March 2015

  Congratulations to all those invested and recieving badges this week. ...

• Scouts - Orienteering

  8th March 2015

  Well done to the 20 who took part in the Orienteering this morning. A big thank you to Joe and Eilidh from Dams to Darnely Country Park for all their help ...

• New Equipment

  22nd February 2015

  Thanks to the Matthew and Anwar, who's fundraising efforts have got us new goals, bibs and footballs. ...

• Scouts - Japan Night

  13th February 2015

  Scouts had a taste of Japanese culture thanks to Molly and Ruaridh from Clyde Region Jamboree Unit. For more pictures see our Facebook page ...

• Scouts - Scrapheap Challenge

  30th January 2015

  For more pictures from the Scouts Scrapheap Challenge night, see our Facebook page ...

• Scouts - Glasgow Climbing Center

  12th December 2014

  Thanks to all the staff at the Glasgow Climbing Centre for all their help with this year's Scout Christmas Outing. More pictures can be found on our Facebook page. ...

• Group AGM

  11th November 2014

  Thank you to all those who managed to make last night's AGM. Here are some pictures of our Beaver, Cub and Scout demonstrations and Cub and Scout Investitures. Well done to all those who were invested and received badges! ...

• Scout Heritage Badge

  7th November 2014

  Tonight Scouts learned about the importance of Remembrance Day and undertook the Heritage badge with help from Les and Sandra from Paisley Historical Society. ...

• Beaver, Cub & Scout Halloween Parties

  31st October 2014

  Wishing all our Beavers, Cubs & Scouts a wicked Halloween! We celebrated in traditional style...by getting really messy! ...

• Scouts - Emergency Aid

  24th October 2014

  Over the last few weeks Scouts have been practicing their first Aid skills, while working on the Emergency Aid Stage 3 badge. A huge thanks to Ash and Lorna for helping us with it!  For more pictures, check out our Facebook page. ...

• New Scouts Invested

  10th October 2014

  Congrtaulations to Iona, Millie, Fiona, Isaac & Clodagh who were all invested into the 145th tonight. ...

• Cub and Scout Camp - Lapwing Lodge

  31st August 2014

  Well done to all the Cubs and Scouts who were at camp this weekend. They participated in a range of activities from archery and kayaking to backwoods cooking and pioneering. For more pictures check out our Facebook page. ...

• National Air Museum and North Berwick

  8th June 2014

  The Cubs spent last weekend on a sleepover at the 1st North Berwick Scout Hall after visiting the National Air Museum in East Fortune where the worked on the Air Activities badge. A good time was had by all and I would like to thank everyone who helped out. ...

• Scouts Lapwing Sunshine

  1st June 2014

  Well done to the 15 Scouts who survived the sun, rain & midgies at Lapwing Lodge this weekend. A big thank you to everyone who made it such a sucess. More pictures from the weekend can be found on our Facebook page. ...

• Cub Athletics Evening

  27th May 2014

  This event will be going ahead as planned. See you all at 7.15pm this evening.  ...

• Scout Water Basin Pioneering Challenge

  24th May 2014

  This week Scouts were challenged to build a structure able to hold a full basin of water, using just bamboo canes, rope and their knowledge of knots and lashings. Here's how they got on...       ...

• Knotty Potty Scouts!

  16th May 2014

  Scouts have been knotty potty over the last couple of weeks! Thanks to Kevin for all his help. ...

• Sponsored Walk/Cycle - Total

  12th May 2014

  A big thank you to all the Scouts, Explorers, Leaders & Parents who made this morning sponsored walk/cycle such a big success. All the money raised will go to helping to pay for our group polo shirts. The total raised so far is over £630, thank you so much to everyone who helped! ...

• Scouts in the Park

  2nd May 2014

  Scouts in the Park ...

• Easter Camp 2014

  6th April 2014

  Well done to the 15 Scouts who survived the swamp at Auchengillan for this year's Easter Camp. A big thank you to all the Leaders and Young Leaders who helped over the weekend.       ...

• Scouts Indoor Tent Pitching

  29th March 2014

  In preparation for our Easter Camp Scouts had a go at indoor tent picthing ...

• Scout Forester Badge

  23rd March 2014

  Congratulations to the 19 Scouts who completed their Forester badge at Dams to Darnley Country Park today. Thanks to Joe and Eilidh for all their help.    ...

• Italy Badge Design Winner!

  15th March 2014

  Congratulations to Robyn on being selected as our badge design winner. The badge will be used as the logo on the Scouts polo shirts to be worn during our summer camp to Italy. Well Done! ...

• Are you a Gladiator?

  15th March 2014

  In the run up to our Summer Camp to Italy we had a Gladiator themed night, but the 90s TV show version rather than the Romans! Thank you to Ross for all his hard work to organise it. Scouts had the opportunity to take part in a number of Gladiator games including powerball, tilt and the classic...

• Scout Commonwealth Legacy badge

  2nd March 2014

  This week we were delighted to present the Scouts with their Scout Commonwealth Legacy badge! Scouts had to complete a number of Commonwealth challenges including name that flag, identifying countries on a map and Commonwealth Pictionary!       ...

• Cubs Swimmer Stage 1

  26th February 2014

  Congratulations to all our Cubs who completed their Swimmer Stage 1 badge last night at Eastwood swimming pool ...

• Italy Information Submission

  22nd February 2014

  The webpage to enter in your Scouts details for the summer camp to Italy is now available. We have also created a short user guide to help. Click on the links below to get to the pages. Information Submission - you must be logged in to view this page. User Guide The deadline for submission is...

• Scouts Heart Shaped Valentines

  14th February 2014

  Tonight Scouts had a heart themed night for St Valentines! The night began with some heart pumping fitness drills and finished with Scouts making their own heart shaped coconut truffles.      ...

• Scout Ice Cream Making

  31st January 2014

  This weeks Scouts had the chance to make their very own "authentic" Italian ice cream using only double cream, sugar, ice and salt shaken in a plastic bag. Check out the pictures to see how it went.       ...

• Scout Pasta Pioneering

  17th January 2014

  As part of our build up to our summer camp to Italy, the Scouts had a go at pasta pioneering. They were challenged to work together in their patrols to build the tallest leaning tower of Pisa they could, using only spaghetti, marshmallows and strawberry laces. Here's how they got on... ...

• Bag Pack - Thank You!

  31st December 2013

  A huge thank you to everyone who helped to raise an incredible £1867.06 at our Hogmanay bagpack. ...

• Bag Pack - Thank You!

  15th December 2013

  A huge thank you to everyone who helped to raise an incredible £1339.20 at yesterday's bagpack. ...

• Scout Christmas Outing - Glasgow Climbing Centre

  13th December 2013

  This year's Scout Christmas Outing was to the Glasgow Climbing Centre. Thanks to all our instructors for giving Scouts a great night of climbing.       ...

• Electronics Badge - Part 2

  6th December 2013

  Tonight was the conclusion of our Electronics Badge. Well done to everyone who successfully managed to light up their lantern! Big thank you to Roger, Alistair, Susan and James for their help and to Ross for organising it all. Here are some pictures of before, during and after... ...

• Electronics Badge - Part 1

  30th November 2013

  Electronics Badge - Part 1 Tonight was Part 1 of the Electronics badge. Scouts learned about the different electronic components, voltage and resistance and started to create their own milk bottle night light. Big thank you to Ross, Roger, Alistair, Conor & Rosa for all their help on the...

• District 5-a-Side

  10th November 2013

  Well done to all our footballers, who represented the 145th at the District 5-a-Side this afternoon. They played really well and were very unlucky to be in a group with both of the eventual finalists.    ...

• Scout Halloween Pictures

  1st November 2013

  Scout Halloween Pictures - this week was our annual Halloween party. Along with the traditional messy fun, we also included a number of Italy themed activities including making pasta skeletons, playing the Italian game of Bocce and dunkin' for tomatoes!      ...

• Lapwing Extravaganza - Cub Pictures

  23rd September 2013

  Lapwing Extravaganza - Cub Pictures The Cubs enjoyed a day in the sun, learning new scouting skills - fire lighting,campfire cooking,knots,wood chopping, tent pitching and map reading - thank you to all the leaders who shared their scouting knowledge with the youngsters. ...

• Lapwing Extravaganza - Pictures

  15th September 2013

  Lapwing Extravaganza - Pictures Here are some pictures from just some of the activities we got up to this weekend... Pioneering   Canoeing   Assault Course   Trading Post     ...

• The 145th Joins Facebook!

  4th September 2013

  The 145th is now fully social networked and has joined facebook, click here to see our page and like us. ...

• Scout Kit List - Lapwing Extravaganza

  31st August 2013

  Scout Kit List - Lapwing Extravaganza Minimum Kit List Top half uniform (shirt & neckie) Sleeping bag Roll mat or similar Waterproof jacket Waterproof trousers Mug, plate, bowl & cutlery – clearly labelled Dish towel Outdoor footwear...

• AJ13 Summer Camp Photos

  7th August 2013

  Our AJ photo gallery is now up and running. Click here to see some of the best shots we took. ...

• AJ13 Summer Camp Blog

  25th July 2013

  Throughout summer camp we will be keeping you up to date with a blog. It can be found by clicking Summer Camp > Auchengillan Jamboree 13 Blog or by clicking here. ...

• Pegasus ESU Explorer Belt Expedition

  28th June 2013

  Pegasus ESU have begun their Explorer Belt expedition in Canada. You can follow their progress here. We wish them all well and look forward to hearing about all their new and exciting experiences on their return.   ...

• Scout Kayaking & Investitures - 23rd June

  24th June 2013

  Congratulations to Lorenzo and Angus who were both invested into the group while kayaking last night. The session rounds off an excellent start to the kayaking season for the 145th after many years hard work. From the looks of things it seems kayaking is a pretty popular activity!   ...

• Scout Kayaking Groups - Sunday 23rd June

  19th June 2013

  Kayaking Groups - Sunday 23rd June  Due to the huge number of Scouts who want to come kayaking we have decide to split the night up into two groups.Group 1 will meet 6pm-7.15pm and Group 2 will meet 7.10pm-8.30pm. Please make sure that Scouts are suitably dressed for the activity...

• Group Get-Togther and BBQ

  16th June 2013

  All sections have now been notified of our up-coming afternoon at Poloc Cricket Club.  If you have been unable to attend over the past two weeks, please notify your leader as soon as possible if you wish to come along to the Barbecue - total numbers (members and family all welcome) and...

• Group BBQ - Thank You & Photos

  16th June 2013

  Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's very successful Group BBQ! It was a great turnout and the weather stayed dry.  A huge thanks to Lindsay for organising and to all the parents who helped, in particular Lesley for buying the food, Kelly & Ruth and our Masterchef Tooraj!...

• Cub Investiture & Badges

  16th June 2013

      Well done to all the Cubs who enjoyed the Group BBQ, in particular to Heather & Josh who were invested and to Evie who received her hobbies badge.  ...

• Scout Badge Requirements

  14th June 2013

  The One Badge Challenge  As announce on Friday, next session Scouts will take part in the "One Badge Challenge". There are many Scout badges can be achieved out with a normal Troop night. There might be something that you are doing in school, after school or at home that could count towards a...

• **Beaver Sports Day Cancelled**

  11th June 2013

  **Beaver Sports Day Cancelled** news article The sports day has been cancelled due to the weather! Beavers will run as normal in the church hall at 6.15pm.  ...

• Scout Water-balloon Catapaults

  8th June 2013

  This week Scouts travelled to the park armed with sticks and rope to construct their own water-balloon catapaults. They were then tested on distance and accuracy, needless to say the leader who was the target stayed completely dry!!!     ...

• Scout Kayaking & Investitures - 2nd June

  3rd June 2013

  Well done to all of our kayakers last night and special congratulations to: Keir, Matthew, Jack, Archie, Daniel & Aaman who were all invested out on the water.        ...

• Kayaking Investitures - More Pictures

  3rd June 2013

  More photos from yesterdays kayaking session, courtesy of G. Hanvidge.     ...

• Scout Kayaking Pictures - May 24th

  24th May 2013

  For the first time in over 5 years Scouts from 145th finally got out on the water in their own kayaks. Well done to all 14 of the Scouts who participated and a big thank you to our instructors Ross & Thomas!       ...

• Scouts Firelighting

  18th May 2013

  Continuing our knot tying theme, this week Scouts learned to tie a clove hitch and a shear lashing to fashion a long enough pole that they could use to light a candle. All the groups managed to light the near and far candles without setting the hall alight - well done!      ...

• Group Newsletter

  15th May 2013

  You can find a copy of the latest group newsletter here. You must be signed in to the website to read it. ...

• Scout Kayaking Groups & Meeting Times - Sunday 2nd June

  14th May 2013

  Sunday 2nd June Due to the huge number of Scouts who want to come kayaking we have decide to split the night up into two groups. Group 1 will meet 6pm-7.15pm and Group 2 will meet 7.10pm-8.30pm. Please make sure that Scouts are suitably dressed for the activity and have a towel and change of...

• Scout Kayaking Groups & Meeting Times - Friday 24th May

  14th May 2013

  Friday 24th May  Due to the huge number of Scouts who want to come kayaking we have decide to split the night up into two groups.Group 1 will meet 6pm-7.15pm and Group 2 will meet 7.10pm-8.30pm. Please make sure that Scouts are suitably dressed for the activity and have a towel...

• Scout Rope Ladders

  12th May 2013

  On Friday night Scouts built rope ladders. To do this Scouts learned how to tie a bowline knot and then wrked in teams to put this learning into practice to build their ladders.   ...

• Beaver/Cub Pollok Park Walk 30th April 2013

  25th April 2013

  Beavers and Cubs are having a walk in Pollok Park on Tuesday 30th April as we are unable to use the hall that night. The plans are to meet at Poloc Cricket Club car park at 6.45pm and walk up to Pollok House and back along the river, which should take about an hour.  We would like...

• Gang Show Auditions

  25th April 2013

  If any Cubs, Scouts or Explorers are interested in taking part in the Glasgow Gang Show, click here for more information. ...

• Easter Expedition 2013

  30th March 2013

  Congratulations to the 9 Scouts who achieved their Expedition Challenge badge by walking the 27 miles between Milngavie and Rowardennan, along the West Highland Way.   As part of the Challenge Scouts had to also plan and navigate along their route, cook their dinner on a stove and camp out...

• Beavers and Cubs - Easter Holiday

  25th March 2013

  Beavers and Cubs are now on Easter Holidays until Tuesday 16th April 2013. ...

• The Blizzard of Bonaly

  16th March 2013

  Thanks to everyone for their support with the Bonaly Camp and well done to everyone who survived the Arctic conditions. We can plan for most things but when you get a concentrated dumping of snow and watch other groups' tents collapse under the weight of snow there really is only one option! Even...

• Bonaly Directions

  10th March 2013

  Directions to Bonaly Outdoor Centre - EH13 0PB ✦ Drive east on the M8 right to the Hermiston Gate roundabout. Take lane two at roundabout, following signs for the City Centre ✦ Heading up incline to roundabout, take left hand lane and you will see a Ford garage on your left ...

• Scout Scrapheap Challenge

  8th March 2013

  Well done to all the Scouts who participated in our Scrapheap Challenge night, as part of the Creative Challenge badge. Scouts designed and created their own missile launcher as well as a missile and target. Thanks to everyone who brought scrap along.  ...

• Scout Bring a Friend Night

  1st March 2013

  Well done to everyone who brought a friend along to Scouts. We were delighted to welcome 9 new faces along to try Scouting and hope to see you all back soon! ...

• Bonaly & Easter Exp Kit List

  28th February 2013

  Bonaly & Easter Exp Kit List  Day Sack (carried with them) Overnight Bag Packed Lunch Sleeping Bag Waterproof Jacket with waterproof hood Roll Mat or similar Waterproof Trousers Spare Shoes e.g. Trainers Walking boots/shoes & thick...

• Scout Day Walk 2 - Greenock Cut

  23rd February 2013

  Another brilliant day walk! Well done to the 10 scouts, 2 parents and 2 leaders who completed the Greenock Cut this afternoon. A lovely day for walking as you can see from the pictures below.   ...

• Cubs - Tuesday 19th February

  16th February 2013

  Due to the problems with the heating at the Church, Cubs will only run for an hour this coming Tuesday - 7.15 to 8.15pm  Please remember to wear a jumper and long trousers. ...

• Scouts - No Heating

  15th February 2013

  Scouts will meet for a shorter time tonight, 7.30 - 8.30 pm, due to the hall having no heating. ...

• Italy 2014 Blog - New!

  12th February 2013

  We have now set up a Blog dedicated to keeping you informed about the progress of our Italy planning. In this we will keep you updated on any progress, give gentle reminders and post pointless trivia to keep you entertained - click here for more information or use the Italy 2014 link along...

• Scout Day Walk 1 - Whitelee Windfarm

  9th February 2013

  Well done to our 9 Scouts, 2 leaders and 3 parents who braved the mist and fog to complete the 8 miles round the Lochgoin circuit of Whitelees Windfarm.     ...

• Scout Day Walk Kit List

  30th January 2013

  Scout Day Walk Kit List Waterproof Jacket with waterproof hoodWaterproof TrousersWalking boots/shoes & thick socksWarm Top e.g. fleeceTrousers e.g. Tracksuit bottoms, NOT jeansHat & GlovesDay Sack (old school bag) Snack(s)Water/Diluting Juice - NOT fizzy juiceEmergency Ration e.g....

• Cubs Burns Supper

  29th January 2013

  The Cubs will be holding their Annual Burns Supper on Tuesday 29th January. ...

• Explorer Belt Fundraising Concert

  22nd January 2013

  Explorer Belt Fundraising Concert in scheduled for Saturday 26 January 2013 at 7.30 p.m. in Giffnock United Reformed Church.  An Evening of Music is being provided by Eaglesham Music and Drama Club.  Tickets cost £5.00 and are available from the Explorer Scout Unit or members of the...

• Italy Information Meeting

  31st December 2012

  Exciting News - Summer Camp in Italy 2014 We have made a provisional booking with Acorn Travel Group for Villeneuve, nestled in the shadow of Mont Blanc and surronded by the splendour of the Gran Paradiso National Park. Activities on offer include: Abseiling, Raft Building, High Ropes,...

• Read the Latest Blog Post from our GSL

  31st December 2012

  Read the Latest Blog Post from our GSL here ...

• Hogmanay Bag Pack - Morrison's Giffnock

  29th December 2012

  Just to remind everyone the we are bag packing at Morrison's Giffnock on Monday 31st December, starting at 9am.  If you have forgotten your time slot please contact either Colin or Lindsay. colin.lamont@145thglasgowscouts.org.uk lindsaysharp4@btinternet.com ...

• Cub Christmas Party

  18th December 2012

  Tuesday 18th December will be our final pack night before Christmas and we will be having an Italian themed evening. ...

• Explorers run in Glasgow Santa Dash

  9th December 2012

  At 9.30 a.m. this morning 12 members of Pegasus ESU joined with nearly 2400 others in Glasgow Santa Dash from George Square. As part of the activity the 10 Explorers and 2 Leaders ran the 5km run from George Square, up St. Vincent Street towards Finneston then down along the river side towards the...

• Scouts Scale the Heights

  7th December 2012

  Last night Scouts had their Christmas outing to the Glasgow Climbing Centre. All the Scouts had a fantastic time both climbing and belaying. Big thanks to Ross, Thomas and Gary for all their help.   ...

• Read the Latest Blog Post from our GSL

  6th December 2012

  Read the Latest Blog Post from our GSL news, click here. ...

• Scouts - Emergency Aid

  30th November 2012

  Congratulations to all the Scouts who successfully completed their Emergency Aid - Stage 3 badge. Having learned how to deal with emergency situations, CPR and recovery position over the last few weeks, this week Scouts completed the final parts of the badge including: chocking, bleeding and...

• Scouts - Stayin' Alive!

  23rd November 2012

  Last night Scouts followed Vinnie Jones' example and learned how to keep someone alive using CPR as part of their Emercgency Aid Stage 3 badge. They had the opportunity to practice their CPR on Resusci-Anne dolls, as well as putting each other in the recovery position and what to do in an...

• Explorers Hit the Headlines

  19th November 2012

  Well done to Callum & Nish who were both mentioned in today's Daily Record for the help that they provide to the 77th Disabled Scouts. For the full story visit the Daily Record website.   ...

• Scouts Remember

  11th November 2012

  This morning Beavers, Cubs, Scouts & Explorers stopped to remember. Thank you to all those who attended this very important event and, in particular, to our readers and flag carriers. ...

• Explorers achieve the Platinum Standard!

  6th November 2012

    Congratulations to Chris Brown, Martin Dunn, Gary Hanvidge, Naomi Kean, Stuart Murchie, Caity Norris, Michael Seeger and Ross Syme who were presented with their Chief Scout's Platinum Award at the Clyde Annual Review. Congratulations also to Ruairidh Mackay, Alasdair Paul and Scott...

• Scout Halloween Party - Pictures

  2nd November 2012

  Another fun filled and very messy Scout Halloween here is some of the best of the action.       ...

• Lochgoilhead Pictures

  1st November 2012

  A selection of photos of the Cubs recent trip to Lochgoilhead Activity Centre. Heidi, Cameron M and Matthew H setting off.                                              ...

• Cub Halloween Party

  30th October 2012

  The Cub Halloween Party will be held on Tuesday 30th October.  Prizes will be awared for the 'Best Dressed'  Remember to bring a change of clothes as it could turn messy! ...

• Lochgoilhead Activity Centre & The Cubs

  29th October 2012

  The Cubs returned yesterday evening after an action packed weekend at Lochgoilhead Activity Centre.It was cold and wet but it did not stop them enjoying Canoeing, Raft Building (particulary cold & wet!), Bush Crafts, Jacob's Ladder, Archery, Team Building and a ride on the Power Boat around...

• Lochgoilhead Return Time

  28th October 2012

  Cubs should be home from Lochgoilhead by 6.30pm tonight. ...

• Explorer Quiz & Curry night a great success!

  28th October 2012

  12 teams took part last night in the Explorer Belt Fundraising Quiz and Curry Night at Poloc Cricket Club, raising over £1000 towards the Explorer Belt Expedition to Canada in July 2013. Answering questions, ranging from General Knowledge and Sport to TV and Films and Music, the teams...

• Cub Camp - Lochgoilhead Activity Centre 26th-28th Oct

  26th October 2012

  A Cub only themed weekend has been booked for the last weekend in October to Lochgoilhead Activity Centre.  More information will be issued when Cubs restart. ...

• Sainsbury's Bag Pack - Letter & Rota

  25th October 2012

  A copy of the letter issued to Cubs & Scouts about the Bag Pack at Sainsbury's 3rd & 4th November can be found here - you must be logged in to view this information. ...

• Scouts - Fire Station Visit

  5th October 2012

  As part of their Fire Safety badge and as part of the Community Challenge, last night Scouts visited Clarkston Fire Station. Scouts were shown round the station and were able to try out some of the equipment - including a hose. A huge thank you to everyone involved, particularly the firefighters -...

• Cub Camp - Lochgoilhead Activity Centre - Places still available

  4th October 2012

  We still have a number of places available for this camp, which is being held from Friday 26th to Sunday 28th October.  Please let me know as soon as possible if you would like your child to attend. ...

• Beavers & Cubs off - September Weekend

  25th September 2012

  Beavers and Cubs will not be meeting on Tuesday 25th September,  We will return on Tuesday 2nd October ...

• Explorers lend Disabled Scouts a helping hand

  23rd September 2012

  The Explorers were away this weekend as part of the training and preparation for their Explorer Belt to Canada in July 2013.  Today (Sunday) they carried out a Service Project at the Glengoyne Lodge, Auchengillan which is owned by Glasgow Disabled Scouts. This involved cutting and...

• Scouts - Camp Cook Badge

  9th September 2012

  Congratulations to all 14 Scouts who successfully completed their Camp Cook Badge at Lapwing Lodge this weekend.   To achieve this Scouts had to cook their dinner and breakfast using open wood fires. However, before they could do this they first had to gather, chop and saw all their wood....

• Scouts Back to Basics Camp

  8th September 2012

  Tents up, wood chopped now time for dinner! Everyone is enjoying themselves and learning new skills.       ...

• Cubs European Tour

  4th September 2012

  Cubs will be beginning a European Tour in September.  More information will be issued when Cubs restart. ...

• Chief Scout's Bronze Award

  30th August 2012

  Chief Scout's Bronze Award Congratulations to our Beavers above, who all successfully completed the Chief Scout's Bronze Award (the highest award in Beavers). The girls completed the 6 challanges, Creative, Fitness, Friendship,Global, Outdoor and Promise.  A number of them have...

• Scout Outline Programme

  17th August 2012

  Thanks to everyone who attended last nights parents meeting. The outline programme for August to December can be found here. ...

• Activity Badges

  9th August 2012

  Have you been cooking up a storm this summer? Or helping with some painting and decorating? Did you know that these sorts of activities could count towards getting scout badges! For more information about the requirements for different badges click on the link below. Beaver badges Cub badges ...

• Scout Summer Camp - Pictures

  4th July 2012

  Pictures from Scout Summer Camp can be found in the Photo Gallery of the Parents Menu. You must be logged in to view theses. ...

• Scout Summer Camp - Homeward Bound

  3rd July 2012

  After a damp four days at Auchengillan 8 tired and soggy Scouts have returned from summer camp. Well done to all 8 who successfully managed to complete both their Outdoor Challenge and Adventure Challenge badges. They also enjoyed hillwalking and eight on-site activities squeezed in to 2 days. ...

• Scout Summer Camp - change of plan

  29th June 2012

  Due to the situation with the railways in Southern Scotland and Northern England we have taken the decision to change our venue for summer camp. Instead of going to Great Tower (Lake District) we will instead be heading to Auchengillan. The kit list previously issued will still apply and you will...

• Beavers - Last night Tuesday 19th June

  18th June 2012

  Our final session before summer will be Tuesday 19th June. We are having our party and so no uniform is required! Our start date after summer will be up on the website at a later date. Thanks The Beaver Leader Team ...

• Scout Summer Camp - Kit List

  13th June 2012

  Below is a Kit List for our summer camp to Great Tower. Minimum Kit List Pack lunch for Saturday Top half uniform (shirt & neckie) Sleeping bag Roll mat or similar Mug, plate, bowl & cutlery – clearly labelled Dish towel Towel(s) Wash kit/toiletries ...

• Cubs - Final Pack Night

  13th June 2012

  The final pack night for Cubs will be Tuesday 19th June, when we will hold our annual summer barbeque - no uniform is required. Our restart date will be posted on this site over the summer so please keep your eyes peeled!     ...

• BEAVER SPORTS NIGHT ON TONIGHT!!! 12th June

  12th June 2012

  BEAVER SPORTS NIGHT ON TONIGHT!!! 12th June news article ...

• Cub Sports Night - is on!

  12th June 2012

  As the rain has stayed away, Cub Sports will be run tonight.  See you all at 7pm at the Pavillion - remember to bring a jacket/jumper and don't forget that the toilets are closed, so please go before you come out! ...

• Beavers Sports Night 12th June

  11th June 2012

  The Beavers will be holding their Sports Night this year on Tuesday 12th June during our normal time of 6.15-7.15pm. We are meeting at the Pavillion in Rouken Glen Park at 6.15pm sharp. There will be races, mini games and a little refreshment to finish the evening. Parents are welcome to...

• Cub Sports Night 12th June

  10th June 2012

  Cubs will be holding a Sports Nights on Tuesday 12th June at Rouken Glen Park. As this event is weather dependant, an update will appear on the website at 6pm on the 12th with final arrangements....

• Explorers Go Sky Diving!

  3rd June 2012

  The Explorers are currently in Manchester as part of their Jubilee Weekend Adventure.  After a visit to the Museum of Science and Industry yesterday and a trip to the cinema last night to see Men In Black 3, today so them visit the Trafford Centre before going Indoor Sky Diving at Airkix in...

• Cubs Stirling Adventure - Photos

  26th May 2012

  Everyone has arrived. No-one left behind on the train or at the station. Had our lunch in the park and then into Stirling Centre - a 20 minute walk – to the Old Gaol. All the gaol birds below and some of your offspring in the stocks. Most photos in here. Back to the Scout hall...

• Scouts are ON but out of the hall

  4th May 2012

  Scouts will be out of the hall this week. Scouts will be ON tonight. We will meet at Huntly Park Pavilion at 7.30pm for some team sports. We will be out all evening so please dress for the weather - uniform is NOT required. We will finish early at 9pm before it gets too...

• Windfarm Wander

  2nd May 2012

  Cubs , Parents and Leaders enjoyed a chilly but invigorating walk last night at Whitelee Windfarm. Great views of Arran and Glasgow.  Thanks to everyone who turned up. ...

• Windfarm Wander - weather update

  1st May 2012

  Tonight's walk with the Cubs at Whitelee Windfarm is on.  Remember to wrap up and we will see you all at 7.15pm ...

• Scouts Scale New Heights

  2nd April 2012

  Well done to Niall & Robbie for all their efforts at Glasgow Climbing Centre this morning! Two solid hours of climbing was tough but very very successful. Here are just some of the action shots that we got.         ...

• Explorer Belt Quiz Night - a great success

  11th March 2012

  12 teams took part last night in the Explorer Belt Fundraising Quiz and Curry Night at Poloc Cricket Club, raising over £800 towards the Explorer Belt Expedition to Canada in July 2013. Answering questions, ranging from General Knowledge and Sport to TV and Films and Music, the teams...

• Scout Easter Expedition

  1st March 2012

  A letter containing details about the Scout Easter Expedition can be found in the Parents section of the website. This letter also contains the permission slip required. Places are limited (12) and so will be allocated on a first come first served basis to those who return the Payment (£45) and...

• Sainsbury's Active Kids Vouchers - We're collecting again!

  13th February 2012

  Active Kids is underway – and we need a team effort! We collected nearly 2000 vouchers last year allowing us to buy new games equipment for the Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers to use.  We’re once again taking part in Sainsbury’s Active Kids 2012. We hope to...

• Mystery Trip - Sunday Photos

  12th February 2012

  The majority of Sunday was spent "beside by the seaside, beside the sea!" - see some of the pictures below.    Space hoppers, Uni-cycling and Limbo dancing   Land yachting and the Hamster ball   Treasure hunting and digging for buried treasure    The motley crew...

• Mystery Trip - the mystery revealed...St Andrews

  11th February 2012

  Not Brussels, not Inverness, not even Kilmarnock but St Andrews!  We arrrived more or less on time in spite of a delay in Dunfermline with the Rangers - Dunfermline game about to start. Nearly left one Scout behind at the Dunfermline bus station but otherwise no excitement. We...

• Saturday Night / Sunday Morning St Andrews

  11th February 2012

  Saturday night's dinner was curried chicken followed by Angel Delight. A great favourite as you see from the following Expectation.... And Angelic Delight.. And we are now off to the West Sands for this morning's activity - land yachting, as long as we have some wind. ...

• Master (Scout) Chef Badge

  3rd February 2012

  Congratulations to 20 of our Scouts who successfully completed their Chef Badge. Having had an opportunity to discuss food shopping, preparation, hygiene and plan a menu, it was finally cooking night. Everything went very well, with some excellent dishes prepared and lots of smiles on faces. The...

• Scout Mystery Trip - Details & Kit List

  27th January 2012

  Scouts going on the Mystery Trip (11th & 12th February) will be issued with further verbal instructions tonight and reminded of these next week. A letter containing this information was issued 3rd February and can also be found in the Parents section of this website. A provisional minimum kit...

• Rag Bag Recycling

  11th January 2012

  We are continuing our Rag Bag Recycling campaign which helps to raise money for the Explorer Belt Expedition to Canada in 2013.  Through Rag Bag your are able to help recycle textiles and clothing that may have ended up going to landfill. It is estimated that approximately 1.75...

• Christmas Eve Bag Pack - Thank You

  24th December 2011

  A huge THANK YOU!!!! to all the Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Leaders & Parents for helping with our Christmas Eve bag pack. Also a big thank you to Sainsbury's (Muirend) for giving us such an excellent fundraising opportunity. To find out how much we raised see the GSL's Blog.  ...

• Christmas Eve Bag Pack Rota

  17th December 2011

  The rota for the Christmas Eve Bag Pack at Sainsbury's (Muirend) is now available on the website under the Parents section.  You need to log-in to access this part of the site. ...

• Explorers go Back to Beavers!

  14th December 2011

  Last night the Explorers went "Back to Beavers" where the programme was filled with games and activities for Beaver age.  Have a look at what they did below! ...

• Hogmanay Bag Pack Rota

  13th December 2011

  The rota for the Hogmanay Bag Pack at Morrisons is now available on the website under the Parents section.  You need to log-in to access this part of the site. ...

• Zodiac Award - SHQ Commissioner's Annual Challenges

  10th December 2011

  Challenge 1 Camp at the side of a lochChallenge 2 Camp as part of your Outdoor Plus Challenge BadgeChallenge 3 Camp on a canal boatChallenge 4 Camp as part of your Chief Scout's Gold AwardFor more information click here   ...

• Celebrating Success

  10th December 2011

  We are delighted to to celebrate the success of the young people of the 145th. Congratulations to:  Ruaridh for completing the Chief's Scouts Gold Award!Morgan on achieving selection for the Blair Atholl Patrol Jamborette!Niall on his very successful run in the Glasgow Gang Show! ...

• Panto-tastic!

  7th December 2011

  The Cubs were at Eastwood Park Theatre last night to see the Harlequin pantomime, Sleeping Beauty.  They all got fully involved with the activities, shouting out to wake the Dame up and singing their hearts out in the community song at the end.  A great night was had by all! ...

• GSL's Blog

  3rd December 2011

  Our Group Scout Leader (GSL) Brendan has started a Blog to pick out some of the highlights of our weekly meetings and activities. To read his unique perspective on life at the 145th click here. ...

• Ski-sy Peasy Scouting

  2nd December 2011

  On Friday night scouts hit the slopes of Glasgow Ski Centre for an evening of skiing and tubing. A huge thank you to our instructors who made it such an enjoyable night. See some of the action shots we managed to capture below.         ...

• Cub Bag Pack Rota

  15th November 2011

  The rota for the Cub Bag Pack at Sainsbury's is now online. It can be found in the Parents section of the website, Letters & Forms > Cub Letters. You must be logged in to the website to view this information.  ...

• Explorer Scout Driving Lessons

  14th November 2011

  Pegasus Explorer Scouts got to test their driving skills yesterday while having their first driving lesson on the roof top of Silverburn Shopping Centre.  Twenty budding Lewis Hamiltons got a half hour driving lesson, where they were tasked to drive round a slalom course, do a reverse bay park...

• More Photos Added

  13th November 2011

  To view some of the photos that we have taken in the last few weeks, months and years check out our Photo Gallery. This can be found in the Parents section of the website. You must be logged in to access this. ...

• Explorers at Clyde Region Annual Review

  8th November 2011

  Explorer Scouts Martin Dunn and Sam Wood presented their World Jamboree experience to nearly 400 people, including the Chief Commissioner of Scotland, Graham Haddock, at the Glasgow City Chambers this evening. They spoke about their experience as a whole, from selection in November 2009 right...

• Scout Public Relations Badge

  5th November 2011

  Last night Scouts were very lucky to be joined by Asst. Regional Commissioner (Communications) Gavin Holt to work on their Public Relations activity badge. Scouts looked at different ways to "Shout about Scouting", by writing a newspaper report about a recent scouting event and creating a short...

• Blair Atholl Jamborette - Last few days!!!

  28th October 2011

  The legendary Blair Atholl International Patrol Jamborette will take place again this summer. If you are aged 13 or will be 13 before 27th July 2012 then why not apply to join one of Clyde Region's patrols? This year Clyde Region has been allocated 8 patrols, which means that there are places for...

• Scouts Halloween Themes

  14th October 2011

  This year each patrol has chosen its own theme for the Scout Halloween Party: Niall's Patrol - Harry PotterRobbie's Patrol - 118Richard's Patrol - Horror MoviesBlair's Patrol - Mafia  Prizes will be given for the best dressed, good luck!  Please remember to bring a change of (old)...

• Lochearnhead Pictures

  5th October 2011

  As promised, below are some pictures from last weekends Cub & Scout Camp at Lochearnhead Scout Station.     ...

• Tent Amnesty - we need your help!

  4th October 2011

  A number of our tents seem to have disappeared over the last few weeks and months. Do you have one sitting in the garage from a DofE hike? Is there still one under your bed from a Zodiac camp? If so we are desperate for them to be returned. We plan to have a kit amnesty over the next few weeks to...

• Lochearnhead Ends in Glorious Drizzle

  2nd October 2011

  Well done to the 16 Cubs and 19 Scouts for a great weekend at Lochearnhead. We didn't let the lovely Scottish weather stop us with a Cub treasure hunt and a Scout walk on Sunday, followed by lunch and the big tidy up. More pictures to follow, but to see a few bonus snaps from Saturday check...

• Explorer Scout Investiture on Titan Crane

  2nd October 2011

  Today 8 New members of Pegasus Explorer Scout Unit were invested in a special ceremony at the top of the famous Titan Crane in Clydebank in the area of the former John Brown Shipyard famous for the construction of the Queen Mary and QE2 luxury liners.           ...

• Lochearnhead Cub and Scout Camp

  1st October 2011

  Unfortunately the 145th weather has failed us this time! But we are soldiering on. Both sections have been occupied this morning with activities ranging from cooking to cycling, pioneering to pizza making. See pictures below. The afternoon plan is to stay dry, perhaps with the creation...

• Lochearnhead - Final Arrangements & Kit List

  23rd September 2011

  Lochearnhead Travel Arrangements  We have hired a coach to take the Cubs and Scouts to and from Lochearnhead. Below are the travel arrangements and a kit list for the camp.  Cubs and Scouts should meet at the hall at 6.30pm on Friday, for a 6.45pm departure. Please do not arrive too...

• Lochearnhead Camp - one place left!

  15th September 2011

  The Scout section currently has one space left for the camp to Lochearnhead 30th Sept. - 2nd October. If your young person would like to attend then please get in touch before next Friday (23rd). The permission form can be downloaded from the Parents section of the website - you must be logged in...

• Scouts Sports Enthusiast Badge

  9th September 2011

  Congratulations to all those who received their Sports Enthusiast badge last night! Just remember it goes on your LEFT sleeve! If you missed it last week, there is still an opportunity for you to complete the badge, the requirements are listed below. Are there any other badges requirements...

• Lochearnhead Camp Permission Form

  1st September 2011

  The Scout permission form for the camp to Lochearnhead 30th Sept. - 2nd Oct. can now be downloaded from the Parents section of the website, under Letters & Forms - you must be logged in to retrieve it. The cost of the camp will be £45. This form was distributed at Scouts on Friday 2nd...

• 77th Glasgow Disabled Scouts

  26th August 2011

  The 77th Glasgow Disabled Scouts are looking for young people who would be willing to volunteer to become a helper within the group. Helpers are crucial to making sure that everyone can participate in games and activities at the 77th. For more information please visit the 77th's website...

• Jamboree Ends and HoHo Begins

  7th August 2011

  The 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Sweden came to an end last evening with a spectacular closing ceremony including 80's rock band Europe of "The Final Countdown" fame.  All members of Pegasus ESU have had a fantastic experience and have now moved to the Netherlands for Home Hospitality. ...

• Pegasus Explorer becomes UN Ambassador for the day

  3rd August 2011

  Angus Lauder of Pegasus Explorer Scout Unit became the UK Ambassador to the United Nations today as he and guide Sara Pete represented the whole UK Contingent at the UN Simulation consisting of over 300 Scouts from over 160 countries as part of the Jamboree held in the parliament at...

• 145th Jamboree Scouts Depart

  25th July 2011

  This morning the biggest number of Scouts ever to attend a World Jamboree from the 145th departed for the 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Sweden. 4 Explorer Scouts (Martin Dunn, Angus Lauder, Nicholas Stewart and Sam Wood) and 2 Leaders (Gordon Jack and Kenneth Robertson) are part of the Clyde...

• Missing Walking Boots?

  20th July 2011

  A pair of Trespass brown leather walking boots (size 6) in an orange Sainsbury's bag were left next to the bus after our return from Switzerland, they are still unclaimed. To claim them and arrange for their return please email colin.lamont@145thglasgowscouts.org.uk  ...

• Praise from the Switzerland Bus Drivers!

  16th July 2011

  We received an e-mail today full of praise from the bus drivers on the recent Switzerland Trip.  Well done to all those involved. "As we left you at Grantham services both Paul and I felt a little deflated.  It’s a shame most of the party were still sleeping as we left.  Can...

• Switzerland Summer Camp comes to an end

  10th July 2011

  The Switzerland Summer Camp came to an end today as the party of 34 Scouts, Explorers and Leaders returned to Giffnock about midday after a fantastic 10 days in Switzerland.  Read the Switzerland blog for a flavour of what we did while we were away. ...

• Congratulations Kenneth!

  5th July 2011

  Congratulations to Kenneth Robertson on his appointment as Depute Chief Commissioner of Scotland (Programme), wef 1st August 2011. Read more at http://www.scouts-scotland.org.uk/news/new-shq-appointments.aspx   ...

• Countdown to Switzerland

  30th June 2011

  The countdown is now on until we depart for our Summer Camp to Switzerland.  For anyone interested in seeing where we are going, click on the link to show you a little bit about Adelboden.  Countdown to Switzerland ... Countdown to Switzerland ... Countdown to Switzerland...

• DofE Bronze Kit Return

  29th June 2011

  You should return your DRY tents and other kit from the DofE Bronze Qualifier this Thursday (30 June) between midday and 1.00 p.m. to either Colin of Kenneth. ...

• Switzerland Blog now active

  29th June 2011

  Parents and members of the group will be able to follow the progress of the Summer Camp by clicking on the Switzerland Blog which is now active.  This can be found in the bottom right hand corner of the screen.  We hope to be able to include daily updates and photographs on the website...

• DofE Bronze Qualifier complete

  26th June 2011

  A number of Explorer Scouts completed their DofE Bronze Qualifying Venture this weekend in Clyde Muirshiel Park.  Despite the wet weather on Saturday and Sunday they all seemed to enjoy the experience. ...

• Meggernie Survival Camp Video

  2nd June 2011

  The Scouts were at Meggernie Outdoor Centre last weekend for their Survival Camp and had to put up with gale force winds and driving rain as they worked towards completing their Survival Skills Badge.  From axe and saw work, to backwoods cooking and cooking without utensils in the camp oven...

• Beavers & Cubs Sports - ON

  31st May 2011

  The Beavers and Cubs Sports night is ON tonight, meeting at Rouken Glen Pavilion at 7pm. ...

• Survival Camp - Departure Time

  27th May 2011

  Survival Camp - Departure time news article Due to the predicted inclement weather we intend to leave Meggernie at the earlier time of 2pm on Sunday afternoon. ...

• Survival Camp - Uniform Required

  24th May 2011

  Just a quick reminder that, as usual, FULL UNIFORM is required for Scouts travelling to and from camp this weekend.  ...

• Cubs Stirling Adventure

  15th May 2011

  The Cubs returned from their Stirling Adventure today having had a great time visiting Stirling Old Jail and Stirling Castle.  Thanks to the 7th Stirling Scouts for the use of their hall.             ...

• Scouts Giffnock Challenge

  6th May 2011

  Scouts completed the Giffnock Challenge tonight where they had to collect photographs of all the letters of the alphabet as well as getting photos of locations and of people.       ...

• Recent Letters added to Parents Section

  4th May 2011

  Recently issued letters from the Cub, Scout and Explorer Scout Sections have been added to the relevant Letters and Forms area of the Parents Section of the website.  Parents will need to log-in using their own username and password to access this information. ...

• Cubs at Rouken Glen Park - ON

  3rd May 2011

  Cubs will be ON tonight at Rouken Glen Park as previously indicated in the letter issued last Tuesday. Remember that it is the Church Jumble Sale this weekend which is why we aren't meeting in the hall. ...

• Sunday's Scout Day Walk - rescheduled to Sunday 15 May

  27th April 2011

  The Scout Day Walk planned for this Sunday (1st May) has been rescheduled due to the holiday weekend and will now take Saturday 15 May 2011.  Further details will be given out nearer the time. ...

• Scout Badge App for your iphone

  26th April 2011

  My Badges is The Scout Association’s official badge app and is now available for iPhone and iPod Touch users. Ideal for quick reference at meetings or camp, it contains the requirements for every badge and award in the UK 6-25 programme. Fantastic features The Scout Association’s first...

• Countdown to Switzerland

  26th April 2011

  TargetDate = "06/30/2011 11:59 PM"; BackColor = "red"; ForeColor = "white"; CountActive = true; CountStepper = -1; LeadingZero = true; DisplayFormat = "%%D%% Days, %%H%% Hours, %%M%% Minutes, %%S%% Seconds"; FinishMessage = ""; The countdown is now on until we depart...

• Scout Expedition Ends in Glorious Sunshine

  7th April 2011

  The Scout Expedition to Arran ended today in glorious sunshine as the groups walked from Lamlash to Brodick via the forest tracks and through Glen Cloy.  It was then all aboard the 1640 ferry for a very calm (very different from our sail across) and pleasant sail home.  Thanks to all the...

• Scout Expedition Continues

  6th April 2011

  Today we took the ferry from Lochranza over to Claonaig on the Mull of Kintyre - and it stayed dry!  The aim today was to complete a section of the Kintyre Way walking in a circular loop from Claonaig via Skipness, through the forest and back to Claonaig in time for the 1620 ferry back to...

• Scout Arran Expedition Underway

  5th April 2011

  Despite some pretty foul weather the Scout Arran Expedition is now well underway.  We departed for Arran on Monday and after a very stormy crossing, where 4 Scouts and 1 Leader got soaked on deck from a large wave, we arrived safely in our base for the next few days, Lochranza Youth...

• Easter Holiday Arrangements

  31st March 2011

  Scouts will meet this Friday 1 April but will be off on Friday 8 and 15 April. They will resume on Friday 22 April 2011.  Beavers and Cubs will not meet on Tuesday 5, 12 and 19 April.  Both will resume on Tuesday 26 April 2011. Explorers will not meet on Tuesday 5 and 12 April...

• Explorers make presentation to Provost Mackie

  28th March 2011

  The Explorers made a presentation to East Renfrewshire Provost Alex Mackie on Tuesday 15 March on behalf of the Town Council of Gold River, Vancouver Island.  They had been given a limited edition print to be presented to the people of East Renfrewshire as a thank you for the Quaich delivered...

• Pictures from Beavers Healthy Eating Night

  28th March 2011

  Pictures from Beavers Healthy Eating Night.       ...

• PL & APL Meeting

  11th March 2011

  A reminder to all PL's & APL's that their second meeting of the session takes place tonight before Scouts at 6.45 p.m. in the back hall. ...

• Scout Day Walk 3 - postponed

  11th March 2011

  Due to Leader unavailability as a result of work commitments the Scout Day Walk 3 scheduled for this Sunday (13 March) has been postponed.  We hope to be able to re-arrange this walk later in the session. ...

• Sainsbury's Active Kids 2011 - Keep Collecting

  6th March 2011

  Active Kids is underway – and we need a team effort! We’re taking part in Sainsbury’s Active Kids 2011. We hope to collect as many vouchers as possible which we can use for some great new equipment and experiences. You can collect Active Kids vouchers from 9 February...

• Quiz & Curry Night - a great success!

  27th February 2011

  14 teams participated in the Group Fundraising Quiz and Curry Night last evening. Answering questions, ranging from General Knowledge and Sport to TV and Films and Music, the teams competed for a few hours to be crowned champions.  The quiz was hottly contested, but it was a team of...

• 145th Supports New Zealand Scouts Appeal

  26th February 2011

  Support New Zealand Scouts appeal The 145th has joined in with other UK Scouts to help our counterparts in New Zealand respond to Tuesday’s devastating earthquake in Christchurch. The emergency services in New Zealand have identified a shortfall of blankets to help those left...

• District Beaver Fun Day

  25th February 2011

  Moira issued a note on Tuesday about the District Beaver Fun Day which takes place on Saturday 19th March 2011 at the 28th Scout Hall. ...

• Greenock Cut Walk (Day Walk 2)

  20th February 2011

  14 Scouts participated in the second day walk today by covering the 12km of the Greenock Cut.  See some images below.        Watch the video: ...

• Scouts complete their Fitness Challenge

  18th February 2011

  The Scouts completed their Fitness Challenge Badge tonight following a 6 week programme of exercise which culminated tonight in a full fitness workout, even the Leaders joined in with the activities.  Watch the video to see for yourself. A big thank you to Andy and Steven...

• Explorer Mystery Trip Videos

  17th February 2011

  Watch the trailer of the Explorer Mystery Trip.  More images to follow. and now the full Monopoly Challenge ...

• Scout Mystery Trip - Video Added

  15th February 2011

  The Scouts returned home tonight after completing their Mystery Trip to Edinburgh.  Departing last night from Giffnock Station they travelled by train to Edinburgh where they spent the night in the Scout Hall of the 10th Haymarket in Corstorphine.  This morning it was up early for the...

• First Zodiac Camp Photos

  15th February 2011

  Some images from the first Zodiac Camps held last weekend.  These images are of the camp attended by Robbie, Joe, Andrew, Blair and Euan.  Despite a very cold night they all had a great time and were snug and warm inside their tent.      ...

• Explorer Mystery Trip ends up in London

  13th February 2011

  The Explorers departed from Glasgow Central at 1244 today on their Mystery Trip and after nearly 5 hours they found themselves in London.  After settling in to their accommodation in the Youth Hostel near St Paul's Cathedral and following dinner, they all went out for a nightime walk around...

• Scouts end up in Edinburgh

  11th February 2011

  The Scouts began their Mystery trip tonight and found themselves in the nations capital, Edinburgh.  Keep your eyes peeled tomorrow for further updates! ...

• Scout Mystery Trip Information

  9th February 2011

  Scout Mystery Trip Information has been placed in the parents section of the website as the postal service appear to have let us down.  Hopefully they will arrive in the mail tomorrow.  Please log-in and go to the letters and forms section and select Scouts.  Copies have also been...

• Explorers Underwater Investitures

  7th February 2011

    Tonight the Explorer Scouts participated in an excellent SCUBA session at Holyrood Secondary School run by AQUATRON.  During the evening a number of Explorer Scouts were invested into the unit in an Underwater Investiture Ceremony.   Take a look at the photos and video...

• First Zodiac Camp Information

  4th February 2011

  This weekend is due to be the first Zodiac Camp of the year but with the gale force winds and heavy rain parents are being asked to consider carefully before allowing Scouts to camp tonight (Friday).  If the weather improves then a camp out from Saturday to Sunday would be acceptable. ...

• Whitelees Windfarm Walk (Day Walk 1)

  30th January 2011

  13 Scouts and 5 Leaders took part in the first day walk of 2011 with an 8 mile (12.8km) circuit of the Whitelees Windfarm on the Eaglesham Moor.  It was a very cold day with the windchill taking the temperature doing to about -5oC, but everybody was wrapped up warmly and completed the...

• Calling all Beavers and Cubs - The Big Garden Birdwatch this weekend

  28th January 2011

  Beavers and Cubs from the 145th are being encouraged to take part in The Big Garden Birdwatch this weekend being run by the RSPB.  All you need is a pen, some scrap paper (or, a printout of the RSPB handy bird ID sheet), and an hour to spend watching the birds in...

• Fair fa' your honest, sonsie face!

  25th January 2011

  Tonight saw the Annual 145th Burns Supper, an event which began in 1993 and is now in its 18th year.  Beginning all those years ago as the Cub Burns Supper the event has developed over the years and tonight over 50 Cubs, Scouts and Explorer Scouts celebrated Burns Night (on Burns Night - for...

• Group Fundraising Quiz & Curry Night

  24th January 2011

  We are once again running a Group Quiz & Curry Night on Saturday 26 February 2011 at Poloc Cricket Club starting at 7.30 p.m.  Tickets are priced £10 per person and includes a buffet supper supplied by the Turban Tandoori in Giffnock. Questions will range from General Knowledge...

• Activity Badges

  22nd January 2011

  Activity Badges Are you in a music or drama group? Are you the next Karate Kid? If so you could earn yourself an Activity Badge. Click on the link below and have a look to see if there is anything that you are already doing that could help to count towards a badge and then speak to your...

• Scout Winter Programme

  7th January 2011

  Scout Winter Programme On Friday (7 Jan) Scouts restarted and received lots of important information about the upcoming months programme. If you missed or have misplaced the letter distributed on the night then see the "Scout Letters" section of the "Letters and Forms" section of our...

• Group History Added

  27th December 2010

  The History of the 145th Glasgow Scout Group has been added to the website.  We have drawn as much information as we can from archive material but would welcome any further information, particularly on the 1970's and 1980's periods if anyone can give us it.  Please contact...

• Group Calendar on Sale on Friday Night

  14th December 2010

  The Group Calendars have arrived and will be available for collection for those who have pre-ordered.  They will however be On Sale on Friday night at the start and end of Scouts for anyone who wants to purchase one, or preferably more than one, at the very reasonable price of £8.00 ...

• Scouts Annual Ready, Steady, Cook Competition

  12th December 2010

  Friday night saw the Annual Scouts Ready, Steady, Cook Competition for the prized Wooden Spoon.  This year we were treated to some very different dishes with an excellent chicken & vegetable soup to some interesting pasta dishes rounded off with some tasty sweets including chocolate...

• 145th Group Calendar on sale NOW!

  11th December 2010

  The 145th Scout Group 2011 Calendar is on sale NOW! at only £8 featuring pictures of members of the Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorer Scouts engaged in activities over the last year. The calendar also contains useful dates throughout the year for activities and events within the 145th. A...

• !! Weather Alert !! - Scouts On Tonight

  10th December 2010

  Due to the continued thaw, Scouts will meet as normal this evening from 7.30 p.m. till 9.30 p.m.  Tonight is the Ready, Steady, Cook Competition.  Please note that the car park and pavements are very slippy so take extra care when dropping off and collecting your children. ...

• Christmas & New Year Bag Pack Rotas

  8th December 2010

  The Christmas & New Year Bag Pack Rotas for Saturday 18th and Thursday 30th December are now posted on the parents section of the website. ...

• !! Weather Alert !! - Beavers, Cubs and Explorer Scouts Cancelled Tonight

  7th December 2010

  Due to the extreme weather conditions and Police advice for only essential travel, as well as all schools being closed today, we have decided to cancel Beavers, Cubs and Explorer Scouts tonight as we feel that conditions may be unsafe for travel to and from the hall.  Hopefully normal service...

• !! Weather Alert !! - Tomorrow Night

  6th December 2010

  Following some extremely heavy snowfall today (Monday) we will review the meetings of Beavers, Cubs and Explorers tomorrow.  Please check the website for updates through the day. ...

• Group Bag Pack - Sainsbury's (Muirend)

  5th December 2010

  A big thanks to all who attended the Group Bag Pack at Sainsbury's (Muirend) yesterday and in particular to Elie Kadi for all his organisation of the event.  A final total will be announced in the January Newsletter. ...

• !! Weather Alert - Scouts are on !!

  3rd December 2010

  Scouts WILL be on as normal this Friday night. However, we would ask that: parents be very careful when using the car park as it has not been cleared, if at all possible use the main road or Morrison's car park please bring a change of shoes for indoor use to avoid...

• !! Weather Alert Update !! - Explorer Scouts Cancelled

  30th November 2010

  As a result of recent snowfall and the promise of more to come as well as plummeting temperatures the Explorer Scout meeting for tonight has also be cancelled. ...

• !! Weather Alert !! - Beavers & Cubs Cancelled Tonight

  30th November 2010

  As a result of the adverse weather conditions Moira and Lindsay have decided that Beavers & Cubs will not meet tonight.  They intend to call around this afternoon to let everyone know but it you see this on the website please pass the information onto others.  At the current time no...

• Group Fundraising Race Night at great success

  22nd November 2010

  Many thanks to all who supported the Group Fundraising Race Night last Saturday, making it another great success with over £1000 raised for Group Funds. ...

• Bag Pack - Sainsbury's (Muirend) Rota

  19th November 2010

  The Rota for the Group Bag Pack at Sainsbury's (Muirend) on Saturday 4 December 2010 is now available in the parents section of the website.  You will have to log-in to access this information. ...

• AGM Night Awards and Presentations

  17th November 2010

  Last night was the Group AGM and Open Evening Night and presentation of awards and Investiture ceremonies for Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorer Scouts.  The Beavers gave us a rendition of the "Shark" song, the Cubs also entertained us with another campfire song.  The Scouts solved a...

• Break a Leg!

  14th November 2010

  Break a Leg! to Explorer Scout, Caity Norris, Scout Niall Hanvidge and Cub Scout Robyn Hanvidge this week as they perform in the Glasgow Gang Show at the Mitchell Theatre.  The show runs from the 19th - 26th November 2010.  Tickets are available from Clyde Regional Scout Council. ...

• City Chambers Presentations for Explorers

  11th November 2010

  9 Members of the Pegasus Explorer Scout Unit were presented with their Chief Scout Diamond Award and their Explorer Belts at the Clyde Annual Review at Glasgow City Chambers tonight.  They received their awards from the UK Chief Commissioner, Wayne Bulpitt.  The pictures below show the...

• 145th Sign up to Earth Hour 2011

  9th November 2010

  The 145th have signed up to EarthHour 2011. as tonight the Explorer Scouts start their work on a Climate Change Task.  To find out more about it watch the video below. You may also note the lightswitch in the top right corner of the website.  You can...

• Remembrance Sunday Parade

  9th November 2010

  A reminder to all Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorer Scouts that this Sunday (14 November) is Remembrance Sunday and we all attend a Church Parade and Service in Giffnock United Reformed Church.  All attending should meet in the Large Hall at 10.40 a.m., the service should finish at about...

• Where's Wally? 3

  2nd November 2010

  The Explorer Scouts were out on Tuesday night in the centre of Glasgow taking part in Where's Wally? 3.  The object was to try to find three leaders who were hiding in various parts of the city centre by sending them a text message to locate their positions which could only be answered by a...

• Fakin' It - Explorer Scout Competition

  1st November 2010

  Congratulations to Conor Baird, Rory Murphy and Caity Norris who were declared the winners of the Eastwood District Explorers Fakin' It Competition tonight.  All teams had to choose a soundtrack for their band, a look and a name and convince the panel of judges by their performance that they...

• Bonfire Night - Scouts

  28th October 2010

  The Scouts will be attending the Bonfire Night Firework Display at GHA Rugby Club next Friday night (5th November).  Scouts should meet at the hall at 6.00 p.m.  Uniform is not required. ...

• Coming Soon - 145th Calendar - a perfect Christmas Gift!

  27th October 2010

  Coming Soon - 145th Calendar - a perfect Christmas Gift! On sale soon will be our 2011 Calendars featuring pictures of members of the Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorer Scouts engaged in activities over the last year.  The calendar also contains useful dates...

• Lochearnhead Cub & Scout Camp - Photos Added

  7th October 2010

  Well done to all those who participated in the Cub & Scout camp held at Lochearnhead Scout Station.  With 16 Scouts and 12 Cubs it was a busy weekend spent crate climbing, pioneering, cooking up a storm and fixing cars. A big thank you to all the leaders who helped make it such a...

• Explorers Scouts Ready, Steady, Cook Auction

  5th October 2010

  The Explorers Scouts held their annual Ready, Steady, Cook Competition tonight but as usual this one had a twist.  Before any of the three teams could start cooking they had to bid against one another in the Ready, Steady Cook Auction to secure their ingredients.  This generated a...

• Explorer Belt Presentation Awards

  19th September 2010

  Congratulations to all 10 members of Pegasus Explorer Scout Unit who were awarded their Explorer Belts after delivering their presentations this afternoon to over 70 friends, family and supporters.  Each group gave a 20-30 minute presentation and then answered questions from the...

• September Group Newsletter Uploaded

  17th September 2010

  Parents can view and download the September Group Newsletter from the Parents section of the website.  This has news of activities over the summer as well as the calendar of activities for September - December 2010.  You will need to use your unique log-in to access this part of the...

• Our Website Needs You!

  28th August 2010

  Our Website Needs You! news article   We need your pictures! Do you have any good pictures of 145th activities over the last year, from Blair Atholl to Walk-About-A-Bit, from Lochearnhead in January to Cubs on a Tuesday night. Pictures can be emailed (in ones or twos) or put on a disc or...

• RBS Community Fund - Nominate the 145th Today!!!

  18th August 2010

  Help 145th Glasgow Scout Group get some much needed funding? The Royal Bank of Scotland is committed to supporting the communities in which we live and work and are looking to support Community Groups with financial assistance from their Community Fund programme. The grant process...

• Blogs Moved

  13th August 2010

  For those of you who may still want to read either the Explorer Belt or Summer Camp Blogs they have migrated to new places on the website.  The Explorer Belt Blog can be found under the Explorer Belt 2010 tab and the Summer Camp Blog can be found under that tab in the Blair Atholl and Great...

• Good Luck for Exam Results

  4th August 2010

  The Group would like to wish Good Luck to all Explorer Scouts who will be receiving their SQA Exam Results either today (by text or e-mail) or tomorrow (by post) for Standard Grade, Intermediate 2, Higher or Advanced Higher exams. ...

• Explorer Scouts hit front page of The Record

  19th July 2010

  Our Explorer Scouts have hit the headlines on the front page of The Record - well The Record in Gold River anyway - following their Explorer Belt Expedition to Canada.  Click on the link to view the articles. Gold River Newspaper ...

• Homeward Bound

  12th July 2010

  Our Explorers are nearly homeward bound following the Explorer Belt expedition in Canada.  They are due back in Glasgow on Tuesday. ...

• Canada Tracker

  11th July 2010

  To track our Explorer Scouts progress across the vast expanses of Canada using our very own interactive Google Map click here. ...

• Lift Off!

  28th June 2010

  Lift Off! for Canada.  First part safely negotiated and in Terminal 5 at Heathrow awaiting our flight to Vancouver.  Keep an eye on the Explorer Belt Blog for daily updates on our progress. ...

• Countdown to Canada

  27th June 2010

  Countdown to Canada  Hours to Go ... Countdown to Canada ... Hours to Go TargetDate = "06/27/2010 11:59 PM"; BackColor = "red"; ForeColor = "white"; CountActive = true; CountStepper = -1; LeadingZero = true; DisplayFormat = "%%D%% Days, %%H%% Hours, %%M%% Minutes,...

• Explorers Scrapheap Challenge 2010

  8th June 2010

  The Explorers arrived at the hall tonight and were met with a pile of old boxes, drinks bottles and loo rolls for the 2010 Scrapheap Challenge.  Divided into two teams they then got their pick of the "scrap" on the floor, selecting what they thought they might need for the project still to be...

• Walk-about-a-bit again! - A Big Success

  7th June 2010

  Thanks to all who participated in the Walk-about-a-bit in Pollok Country Park on Sunday 6th June 2010.  The rain held off and the day was a great success as was the BBQ which followed at Poloc Cricket Club.  Thanks to Poloc for the use of the grounds, clubhouse and BBQ's!  Thanks...

• Coffee Morning Thanks

  6th June 2010

  A big thank you to all who turned up to the Explorer Belt Coffee Morning on Saturday to help raise funds for the Explorer Belt Expedition to Canada. ...

• Bag Pack Thanks

  22nd May 2010

  A huge thank you to all the Scouts and Explorer Scouts who turned up to assist at the Bag Pack yesterday at ASDA, Newton Mearns.  The sum raised helps the Explorer Scouts achieve their total for Canada! ...

• Star Refrigeration becomes Canada Kit Sponsor

  20th May 2010

  Star Refrigeration became the major kit sponsor for all the equipment for the Explorer Belt Expedition to Canada this Summer.  We are very grateful to Star for their support of the Explorer Scouts. ...

• Scout Bag Pack Allocations

  17th May 2010

  Scout Bag Pack Allocations for the Bag Pack this Saturday at ASDA, Newton Mearns are in the Parents section of the website. ...

• Scouts - Alternative Arrangements this Friday

  30th April 2010

  Due to the Church Jumble Sale and the fact we cannot get into the hall we have arranged an alternative programme for all the Scouts.  Everyone should meet in the car park at Giffnock Station at 7.30 p.m.  Uniform is not required but please ensure you are dressed for the weather on the...

• No Beavers or Cubs this Tuesday - Church Jumble Sale

  27th April 2010

  Due to the Church Jumble Sale there will be no meeting for Beavers or Cubs this Tuesday night.  Explorer Scouts are meeting at 7.00 p.m. to assist with the Jumble Sale collections.  Beavers, Cubs and Explorers will resume as normal  on Tuesday 4th May 2010. ...

• Another Night at the Musicals - a big success!

  25th April 2010

  The fundraising concert "Another Night at the Musicals" last night performed by Eaglesham Music & Drama Club Singing Group and Harlequin - Eastwood Theatre for Youth in aid of the Explorer Belt to Canada in July 2010 was hailed as a big success! Nearly 200 people packed into Giffnock...

• The Great Glen Way

  12th April 2010

  Last night 28 weary legs returned from the Scout Easter Expedition to the Great Glen.  The 11 Scouts and 3 leaders walked over 60km from Inverness Castle along the banks of Loch Ness to Fort Augustus and beyond over 4 days.  This mammoth feet (intentional pun) was a great achievement and...

• Scout Incident Night Hike Arrangements

  31st March 2010

  As previously indicated the Scout Incident Night Hike takes place this Friday.  Those Scouts participating should meet in the car park at 6.15 p.m. and should be dressed appropriately for an evening outside (uniform is not required).  Those parents who offered to assist with transport...

• No Beavers, Cubs and Explorers

  30th March 2010

  There is no meeting for Beavers, Cubs and Explorers this Tuesday night as the Church Hall is not available due to Holy Week in the lead up to Easter.  Beavers, Cubs and Explorers will restart after the Easter Holidays on Tuesday 20th March 2010. ...

• Scout Day Walk - The Trossachs

  28th March 2010

  The latest Scout Day Walk took place today in The Trossachs.  Starting in Aberfoyle the two groups walked around the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park, stopping for lunch at Loch Drunkie before heading back into Aberfoyle. ...

• Group Quiz Night a great success

  21st March 2010

  Thanks to everyone who attended the Group Quiz Night last night at GHA Rugby Club and made it such a great success for the Group.  Over £400 was raised for Group funds and great fun had by all who attended.  Thanks to all members of the Group Executive for organising the event. ...

• Scouts to see Our House

  19th March 2010

  The Scouts are off to Eastwood Park Theatre to see Our House - a Scottish Amateur Premiere being presented by Harlequin Eastwood Theatre for Youth.  Only those Scouts who have reserved a ticket should attend tonight.  Scouts will resume as normal next week. ...

• Easy Fundraising Idea for the 145th

  10th March 2010

  One very simple way you can support the Group is by registering with Easy Fundraising.  This organisation links into thousands of on-line shops and suppliers, all of whom will make a donation to the 145th if you access their websites via Easy Fundraising.  It doesn't cost you...

• Malawi Coffee Evening a great success

  9th March 2010

  A large number of parents and friends attened the Coffee Evening in aid of the Scottish Scout Malawi Appeal.  Thanks to all the Beavers, Cubs, Explorer Scouts, Leaders and Parents who provided home baking and assistance with serving of coffee and teas.  Thanks also to everyone who...

• Scout Day Walk 2 - Postponed

  3rd March 2010

  Due to the levels of snow still on the ground in both the Campsies and Trossachs we have decided to postpone the Scout Day Walk which was scheduled for this Sunday.  The next day walk takes place on Sunday 28th March. ...

• The Apprentice - Explorer Scout Version

  23rd February 2010

  Tonight the Explorers are embarking on their greatest challenge yet as they bid to become Sir Alan's next Apprentice. ...

• Scout Day Walk - Pictures from Dumgoyne

  21st February 2010

  The first Scout Day Walk took place today with 11 Scouts and 3 Leaders climbing Dumgoyne, the volcanic plug at the end of the Campsie Fells on the outskirts of Glasgow.  It was a very cold but bright sunny day and everyone enjoyed being out again in the fresh air in the first of a regular...

• Scouts are on this Friday

  9th February 2010

  Scouts are on this Friday (12th February) as normal but will not meet on Friday 19th February as previously indicated as the Leaders are attending another event that night. ...

• Brrrrr! Woolly Jumper Required

  31st January 2010

  Woolly Jumpers were the order of the weekend at the Woolly Jumper Camp at Lochearnhead Scout Station this weekend.  22 Scouts and 5 Explorer Scouts spent the weekend in the glorious sunshine, if slightly artic conditions, in rural Perthshire.     The Scouts worked on their...

• No Explorer Scouts on 2nd February

  27th January 2010

  Explorer Scouts will not meet on Tuesday 2nd February.  They will however meet as normal on Tuesday 9th February. ...

• Group Photograph

  26th January 2010

  As you will see form the Home page the full Group Photograph was taken last night and will form part of the 145th Scout Group Calendar 2011 that will be on-sale later this year.  Other images will be taken showing the Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorer Scouts taking part in activities...

• 145th Glasgow Scouts on Twitter!

  25th January 2010

  145th Glasgow Scouts are now on Twitter.  You can find us by clicking the link on the homepage or by going to www.twitter.com/145thglasgow ...

• World Scout Jamboree News

  18th January 2010

  Following their first training weekend at Auchengillan last weekend for the 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Sweden in 2011 we have to congratulate two members of the group.  Angus Lauder was selected to be one of the four Patrol Leaders for the Clyde Unit and Sam Wood was chosen to be one of the...

• Bag Pack - Thanks!

  1st January 2010

  A big thank you to everyone who turned up yesterday to assist at Morrisons in Giffnock for the Hogmanay Bag Pack.  It made such a difference to be able to cover almost all the tills at all times. Thanks to Cubs: Cameron, David, Thomas P, Lewis, Katie, Euan, Rory G, Aiden, Jennifer, Iain...

• Restart Dates

  27th December 2009

  Scouts restart on Friday 8th January 2010 Beavers, Cubs and Explorers restart on Tuesday 12th January 2010 ...

• Hogmanay Bag Pack

  8th December 2009

  Details and rotas for the Hogmanay Bag pack can now be found under the Parents section of the website.  Rotas will also be issued in paper form by Section Leaders this week. ...

• Three selected for World Scout Jamboree in Sweden

  3rd December 2009

  Congratulations to Martin Dunn and Angus Lauder (Pegasus ESU) and Sam Wood (145th Scouts) on their selection as members of the Clyde Unit for the 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Sweden from 27 July - 7 August 2011. They, along with 3 other members of the Group, attended...

• The Inflatable Planetarium

  27th November 2009

  The Inflatable Planetarium Scouts were treated to a voyage through time and space courtesy of the Starlab Planetarium. We visited stars, planets, moons and nebulae all from the comfort of an inflatable planetarium.  A big thanks to all that made it happen, especially Rachael,...

• Annual Report 2008-2009

  17th November 2009

  The Annual Report for 2008-2009 is available for view in the Parents section of the website. You will need to be logged-in to access this....

• Scouts and Explorers at Awards Ceremony

  10th November 2009

  A number of 145th Scouts and Pegasus Explorer Scouts attended the Clyde Regional Scout Council Annual Review and Awards Ceremony at the City Chambers tonight. 5 were presented with their Chief Scout's Gold Award, 7 with their Chief Scout's Platinum Award and 3 with their Chief...

• Explorer Scout Karting

  22nd October 2009

  A letter about the Karting trip is in the Explorer Letters folder in the Parents information section.  You will need to be logged in to access this. ...

• Fundraising Quiz & Curry Night is a great success

  4th October 2009

  18 teams took part last night in the Explorer Belt Fundraising Quiz and Curry Night at Poloc Cricket Club, raising over £800 towards the Explorer Belt Expedition to Canada in July 2010. Answering questions, ranging from General Knowledge and Sport to TV and Films and Music, the teams...

• Cycle for Canada

  20th September 2009

  Four Explorer Scouts and three Leaders completed the 55 mile cyle from Glasgow to Edinburgh today along the Forth & Clyde and Union Canals.  Starting at Lock 27 near Anniesland Cross they passed through Bishopbriggs, Kirkintilloch and Kilsyth on there way to the Falkirk...

• Expedition Everest

  8th September 2009

  The Explorer Scouts had a fantastic opportunity tonight to listen and talk to Carrie Gibson, who on the 16th May 2007 stood on top of the highest point on the planet as she completed her ascent to the top of Mount Everest (at a height of 29,035 ft or 8850m).  Carrie shared her experiences...

• Restart Dates

  19th August 2009

  Scouts restart on Friday 28th August 2009 Beavers, Cubs and Explorers restart on Tuesday 1st September 2009 ...

• Bear Grylls takes over as new Chief Scout

  13th July 2009

  Bear Grylls officially took over today from Peter Duncan as the new Chief Scout at a ceremony held a Gillwell Park. Look at the video below to see the official handover and hear Bear talk about what Scouting means to him. ...

• Walk-about-a-bit

  14th June 2009

  Thanks to all who participated in the Walk-about-a-bit in Pollok Country Park on Sunday 14th June 2009.  The day was a great success as was the BBQ which followed at Poloc Cricket Club.  Thanks to Poloc for the use of the grounds, clubhouse and BBQ's! Don't forget to collect in...

• Outstanding Scouting Service Recognised

  19th May 2009

  Three of our Scouters have been recognised by the Chief Scout, Peter Duncan, for their outstanding service to Scouting.  All three have recently received the Award of Merit, which is presented to Leaders who have given outstanding service to the Scout Movement.  The awards recognise...

Group Activity Day
13th September 2015

Photos from our Group Activity day are up on our Facebook page. Well done to all the Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Parents who made it along...

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