The Howling (Dusk)
2025-09-19 10:00 - 2025-09-21 15:00 (Europe/Paris) | Fordell Firs Activity Centre, Scout Adventures Fordell Firs, Hillend, Dunfermline, Fife, KY11 7HQ, United Kingdom
The Howling is a Scout Scotland event for Cubs to gather from across Scotland to join in a weekend of adventures.
This year there will be two editions of The Howling running, to make it possible for more than 1000 Cubs to attend:

The Howling (Dawn): 5th – 7th September 2025

The Howling (Dusk): 19th – 21st September 2025

The Howling (Dawn)
2025-09-05 10:00 - 2025-09-07 15:00 | Fordell Firs Activity Centre, Scout Adventures Fordell Firs, Hillend, Dunfermline, Fife, KY11 7HQ, United Kingdom

ScotJam 2025
2025-06-07 22:00 - 2025-07-25 15:00 | Scout Adventures Lochgoilhead, Scout Adventures Lochgoilhead, Cairndow, PA24 8AQ, United Kingdom
ScotJam
Join us in 2025 to celebrate Scouting and get outdoors.

2025 sees the return of our Cub, Scout, and Explorer events. Each week-long residential is packed with outdoor adventures, evening entertainment, and chances to earn badges and awards. Accommodation is fully catered and indoors, ensuring a comfortable stay for all.
2025 will see the first ever ScotJam: Beavers! We’re going to give Beavers the ScotJam experience in one weekend. ScotJam: Beavers is open to groups from across Scotland, and you’ll have the option to come for the day or stay overnight.
Upcoming Events
ScotJam: Beavers
7th – 8th June 2025
£TBC per Beaver
£TBC Young Leaders
£TBC Volunteer
ScotJam: Cubs
21st – 25th July 2025
£300 per Cub
£150 Young Leader
£45 Volunteer
ScotJam: Scouts
12th – 19th July 2025
£390 per Scout
£195 Young Leader
£55 Volunteer
ScotJam: Explorers
6th – 10th July 2025
£320 per Explorer
£45 Volunteer

Parent & Cub Camp
2025-05-16 19:00 - 2025-05-18 15:00 | Scout Adventures Meggernie, Scout Adventures Meggernie, PH15 2PT, United Kingdom
Enjoy creating special childhood memories with your Cub Scout, and take part in our popular Parent and Cub Camp at Scout Adventures Meggernie this May.
Would you like to re-live your own memories of Scouting or find out more about why your child loves being a Cub? The Parent and Cub camp is a great opportunity to have fun, get outdoors and enjoy spending quality family time together.
You’ll get to experience loads of fun outdoor activities in a stunning rural setting, away from tablets, mobile phone notifications and screens!
Your stay will be supported by a friendly staff team, who will make you feel welcome, included and can help with any camping questions.
What should I bring?
The weekend is fully catered so participants just need to turn up with their camping kit and a two-person tent for sleeping under the stars.
PVG disclosure
Please note that any adults attending the camp need to have had an enhanced disclosure secured by the Scout Association in the form of membership of the PVG Scheme, and this can take up to six weeks to clear so please apply soon!
How do I book?
Booking is easy! Just fill in the form below and then send to the team.
The cost of the event is £115 per pair. Upon booking you’ll be asked to pay a £60 deposit (per pair).

Parent and Cub camp application form

Your group leader will need to sign a booking form regarding your PVG. This process can take at least six weeks. Should you be awaiting your PVG, simply state ‘PENDING’ and ask your leader to email us to confirm when the PVG has gone through.
Judith.potter@scouts.scot
01887 866231

Gold DofE Conservation Residential
2025-04-07 12:30 - 2025-04-11 15:30 | Fordell Firs Activity Centre, Scout Adventures Fordell Firs, Hillend, Dunfermline, Fife, KY11 7HQ, United Kingdom
Our popular Gold DofE Residential is back at Scout Adventures Fordell Firs!
Join us in April 2025 for our Conservation-themed residential. If you’re looking to complete your residential element of your Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, we’re offering a packed five-day experience in Fife, exploring and learning about the diverse outdoor environment a stone’s throw from Scotland’s capital.
During your week you’ll be exploring the coastal path of Fife through activities and projects from Fife Coast and Countryside Trust. You’ll discover how industry and history have impacted the coast, carry out practical conservation work and also get to relax and have fun on our outdoor and adventure activities such as our Zip line and 3G swing.
This residential includes:

working on local conservation projects with the Fife Coast and Countryside Trust
completing activities relating to sustainable development
alongside some exciting outdoor activities

This is the perfect opportunity to try out some new experiences and consider new areas of interest for the future.
This residential includes indoor accommodation and catering for up to 12 young people with the focus on discovering, exploring and conserving the local environment.
Who can book?
Any 16 -25 year old who is eligible to complete their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.
Members and non members.
How much does it cost?
Members – £352
Non members – £422
How to book:
Members
Non members
Look out for bookings opening soon!
Got some questions? Get in touch:

Fordellfirs@scouts.scot
01383 412704

Survival Skills @ Meggernie
2025-03-21 19:00 - 2025-03-23 15:00 | Scout Adventures Meggernie, Scout Adventures Meggernie, PH15 2PT, United Kingdom
This camp is a chance for Scouts to channel their inner Bear Grylls and learn all the skills they’ll need to look after themself in the outdoors, and do all of this with Scouts from all over Scotland.
The weekend is jam-packed full of skills building and fun. Young people can look forward to:

Learning loads of new skills and gaining the Scout Survival Skills Activity Badge
Spending one night in a shelter they’ll build themselves, and the other in a tent provided and built by Meggernie staff
Cooking some of their own meals outdoors

Preferably each young person will have had 1 night under canvas already.

Costs and booking information
The camp will cost £53 per Scout. Scouts must be 12 years old at the start of the camp.
Booking is easy – simply fill out the application form below and send it to Judith.potter@scouts.scot.

Download the application form here.

A receipt and joining instructions including permission/medical form and kit list will then be sent out once payment has been received.
If you need any further details, please don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01887 866231 or email at Judith.potter@scouts.scot

Burns Night Camp, Scout Adventures Lochgoilhead
2025-01-24 20:00 - 2025-01-26 15:30 | Scout Adventures Lochgoilhead, Scout Adventures Lochgoilhead, Cairndow, PA24 8AQ, United Kingdom
Pack your kilt and join us for a weekend dedicated to Scotland and its beloved poet, Robert Burns. Our Burns Night Camp is a fantastic way to celebrate Scottish culture and traditions.

Outdoor Adventures: Burns himself loved nature, so step into the outdoors with our themed activity sessions around environmental awareness and nature connectedness.
Burns Night Supper: Experience an authentic Burns Night Supper complete with haggis, neeps, and tatties, with a traditional address to the Haggis and ceilidh dancing.

Embrace the spirit of Robert Burns and Scottish heritage in an immersive and fun-filled weekend.
How to book:
Get in touch via email or phone to book your space!
Email: lochgoilhead@scouts.scot
Phone: 01301 703217

Christmas Camps, Scout Adventures Lochgoilhead
2024-12-13 08:00 - 2024-12-15 17:00, 2024-12-06 08:00 - 2024-12-08 17:00, 2024-11-29 08:00 - 2024-12-01 17:00 | Scout Adventures Lochgoilhead, Scout Adventures Lochgoilhead, Cairndow, PA24 8AQ, United Kingdom
Experience the magic of the festive season at our Christmas Weekend Camp. Immerse yourself in a winter wonderland filled with joyous activities and holiday cheer.

Outdoor Winter Adventures: Not only will you have jam-packed days of adventure, but we’ll also be building sledges and have Christmas themed sessions.
Festive Fun: after a day outdoors, join us for a Christmas disco and rock around the Christmas tree
Christmas Feast: Join us for a traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings.

This is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the festive season with your Scouts, sharing the joy and warmth of Christmas in a spectacular setting.
Dates:
The camp will be running on the following dates:

29th Nov – 1st Dec
6th Dec – 8th Dec
13th Dec – 15th Dec

How to book:
Get in touch via email or phone to book your space!
Email: lochgoilhead@scouts.scot
Phone: 01301 703217

Autumn Wild Adventure Days
2024-10-14 09:00 - 2024-10-18 16:00 | Fordell Firs Activity Centre, Scout Adventures Fordell Firs, Hillend, Dunfermline, Fife, KY11 7HQ, United Kingdom
Our Wild Adventure Days are back this Autumn!
Join us for our Wild Adventure Days which are available for all children from P1 – P7 (5 -12), whether your child is already a member of Scouts or not.
Based on adventure, fun & challenge, our Wild Adventure days take place at our Scout Adventure Fordell Firs activity centre, located on the outskirts of Dunfermline, just five minutes from the new Queensferry crossing.
Wild Adventure Days Schedule
Monday 14th October – Friday 18th October (weekdays only)
Drop off between 9:00am – 9:30am / Pick up between 4pm – 4:30pm
Who can come?
Open to all children Scouts and non-Scouts
If your child has any additional needs it is important that you call the centre to chat these through in more detail. We will always try our hardest to work with parents and young people to accommodate their time with us as best we can.
Food, drink & clothing
Please supply your child with a packed lunch and bottle of water for each day and please dress your child appropriately for the weather forecast that week.
How to book:
MEMBERS
NON MEMBERS
Terms and conditions
Before you book please download and read our Terms and Conditions. We regard booking as acceptance of our Terms and Conditions.
Terms and Conditions
