Rosyth District Scouts

B1 Raft Building (Traditional) Training
2025-05-25 09:30 - 16:00 (Europe/Paris) | Invertrossachs Scout Campsite, Invertrossachs, FK17 8HG, United Kingdom
Please note that this event is being run by Forth Region and they have opened participation up to East Region. As such please note that signing up needs a District to be entered. They have said to just select one of their four Districts at random, and then add your correct details in the notes part.

When:
Sun 25th May (9:30am – 4:00pm)

Where:
Invertrossachs Scout Campsite

Description:
Dates for Raft Building: Training 25 May, Assessment 8 June
This course is suitable for those looking to gain their B1 permit. Some knowledge of knots and lashings is useful, but not essential. The training day will take you through the process of supporting a team through building a raft and then cover all safety aspects in terms of launching and supervising on the water.
Assessments will then be planned at a later date and can be done on a one-to-one basis with a group from your own section or other opportunities for assessment can be discussed.
Cost £30
**BEFORE completing the booking form please see the Watersports Information pdf for full details – Access via the File Links: Click Here For More Details below.**

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Terrain 1 Hillwalking (Summer) - Assessment
2025-06-01 08:30 - 17:00 (Europe/Paris)
Please note that this event is being run by Forth Region and they have opened participation up to East Region. As such please note that signing up needs a District to be entered. They have said to just select one of their four Districts at random, and then add your correct details in the notes part.

When:
Sun 1st Jun (8:30am – 5:00pm)

Where:
TBA

Description:

June – Date TBC – Subject to interest – Candidates to express interest – once there is sufficient interest (3) we will set a date.
Cost £30 – non-refundable from date of confirmation of place
**BEFORE submitting an application form please see the Hillwalking Training Information pdf for full details – Access via the File Links: Mountain Training & Assessment Courses Information below.**
NOTE: Applicants onto assessment are not automatically allocated a place. All applications are reviewed by the assessor to ensure that those attending have attended applicable training and have acquired sufficient logged experience. A log of recent hillwalking should accompany a request for assessment.
Contact Assessors via hillwalking@frscouts.org.uk

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Navigation Training (for Terrain 1 and Terrain 2)
2025-10-03 20:30 - 22:30 (Europe/Paris) | Ochil Mountain rescue, Fishcross, Alloa, FK10 3AN, United Kingdom
Please note that this event is being run by Forth Region and they have opened participation up to East Region. As such please note that signing up needs a District to be entered. They have said to just select one of their four Districts at random, and then add your correct details in the notes part.

When:
Fri 3rd Oct (8:30pm – 10:30pm)

Where:
Ochills

Description:
Level: Advanced
Basic and Intermediate
Course is aimed at specifically focusing on the navigation requirements for a Terrain 1 and Terrain 2 permit. This course is an optional addition to the Terrain 1 and Terrain 2 training courses. This course will provide detailed practical instruction on the various techniques an approach to being able to confidently navigate across a variety of terrain, away from paths or marked routes and in poor visibility.
Cost: £15
**BEFORE completing the booking form please see the Hillwalking Training Information pdf for full details – Access via the File Links: Mountain Training & Assessment Courses Information below.**

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Archery GB Instructor Course
2026-01-09 19:30 - 2026-01-11 17:00 (Europe/Paris) | Fordell Firs Activity Centre, Scout Adventures Fordell Firs, Hillend, Dunfermline, Fife, KY11 7HQ, United Kingdom
Would you love to learn how to lead archery sessions? Then come along to our beginners instructors course! The Archery GB Instructor Award is the industry’s leading training course for archery. The course is designed for learners with little or no prior experience of archery.
What’s involved?
You will be trained and assessed by accredited Archery GB coaches who will show you how to:

How to shoot arrows
How to prepare and deliver archery sessions
How to select appropriate equipment
How to set up a range
How to ensure safety on the range

You will be able to lead fun and safe archery sessions for beginners. Learners must be at least 17 years old by the first day of the course. The successful learner will gain an Archery GB Instructor licence which lasts for three years.
What’s included
The course fees include accommodation and catering across the weekend. Please let us know of any dietary requirements when booking. The course takes place in the Wet Weather Hall at Scout Adventures Fordell Firs and all equipment and documentation are included in the course fee.
Schedule
Friday 9th January: Come along and settle in for an adventurous weekend ahead
Saturday 10th January: 9am-5pm, with an evening session after dinner at 7.30pm
Sunday 11th January: 9am-5pm
Costs & Funding
£300 for members, £350 non members.
If you are a Scout member you can apply for up to a third of the course cost.
Find out how to apply
How do I book?
It’s easy, just follow the link below! If you have any questions you can also contact our friendly team by emailing fordellfirs@scouts.scot or calling 01383 412704.

Canoe / Kayak Activity Permit
2026-04-12 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Paddle Scotland Car Park – Perthshire, Paddle Scotland Car Park, Perth, Perthshire, PH1 4QF, United Kingdom
We are pleased to offer this opportunity to be assessed and/ or develop skills on Open Inland/ River B1/B2 water.For more information or to confirm attendance, please email Ken McIlroy at ken@canoescotland.co.uk advising level/ experience, what you hope to get out of the day and the craft that you’d be bringing.*This is not an event for beginners*

Archery Permit Course
2026-05-09 09:00 - 2026-05-10 17:00 UTC | 14th Fife Scout Hall – Kirkcaldy, Glenbervie Road, Kirkcaldy, Fife, KY2 6XT, United Kingdom
Archery permit course at 14th Fife Scout Hall, Kirkcaldy.

Mountain Biking (Off- Road) Ride Out / Pre-Assessment
2026-05-31 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Aboyne Bridge, B968 Bridgeview Road (across the River Dee), Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, AB34 5HN, United Kingdom
We are pleased to offer this opportunity to join our Mountain Bike Assessors for a Ride Out/ Pre-Assessment in Environment 1 and Environment 2 on Sunday 31st May 2026.For more information or to confirm attendance, please email Stuart Villis at eastscotlandscoutsmtb@outlook.com advising level/ experience, what you hope to get out of the day and the equipment that you’d be bringing.Although this day will contribute to any assessment, any actual assessment for a Permit will follow.

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