Take a look at the report and photos from the excellent Kubadoo

On Friday the 29th of July this year 2 leaders 4 Explorers from Ilford East and 11 explorers from Chingford set out on the long journey from Chingford to Chelmsford via North Weald Airfield. With everyone being on time for their pick up, more or less, we had time to stop off at Mc Donalds for breakfast, something that all good explorer camps do at some stage! ...full report

Every Scout in Greater London North East would like to send the London 2012 Olympic Bid organising team their congratulations on securing the 2012 Olympic Games and we’re extremely proud and excited that its coming to our County!

Family, friends and Scout Leaders attended a special presentation at Gilwell Park, the home of Scouting, on Sunday 22 May, to watch Jamie Smith a young Explorer Scout aged 14 years from Romford, presented with the Gilt Cross for his brave actions back in December 2004

This years Cubs winners were 52nd Epping Forest South Cub report Scout report

Over one hundred delegates from around the County attended the County Conference for Commissioners, Group Scout Leaders and Administrators held at the CIC at Gilwell Park on Sunday 8 May ...full report and photos

More than 180 Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers and hundreds of proud parents and leaders attended the second Chief Scout Award presentation at Gilwell Park on Monday 28 February 2005. Each recipient was awarded their well deserved certificate by the County Commissioner Dean Milton and County President Col. Alan Hall. ...full report and photos

Scouts from the 11th Ilford North Scout Group based in Hurstleigh Gardens, Clayhall took part recently in Comic Relief's 'Red Nose Day' and raised £70.00 as a result of their efforts. ...full report and photos

It does not seem possible that a year has gone by since we had our last County Swimming Gala, well it has and on Saturday 12th March 2005, 10 Districts of the 12 in the County took part, with most Sections represented. ...full report

Romford District perform their duties at Westminster admirably ...full report and photos

This years winners were Barking & Dagenham...full report

I am extremely pleased to report to you our best census results for many year...more details

Scouts brought a little Christmas cheer to the patients staying at the Heronwood and Galleon NHS Unit in Hermon Hill, Wanstead recently when they visited the wards laden with Christmas gifts for all the patients. ....Full details

The adult training section of the website has undergone a facelift and now contains all the information and details on the new modules. Q&A's, forms, module summaries, dates, venues and contacts can all be found on the New Training Website

Dean is pleased to inform you that Frances Poulson has been appointed the new District Commissioner for East London (Tower Hamlets and Hackney) District. Frances has a wealth of experience having recently been County Commissioner for GLSE. Frances will take up appointment on 1 October 2004.

400 Beaver Scouts and their leaders from across the County met at Gilwell Park on Saturday 2 October to celebrate 18 years of Beaver Scouting. The Beavers started the party by playing lots of different party games and then had a huge picnic. ....Full Report

Nearly one hundred Beaver, Cub, Scout and Explorer Scouts were presented with their Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum Chief Scout Award certificates at a special presentation held at Gilwell Park on Monday 27 September 2004. ....Full Story

The date of the first GLNE County Presentation for those Beaver, Cub, Scout, Explorer and Network members who have gained their Chief Scout Award has now been set. Recipients will receive invitations to attend a special presentation / ceremony to be held at Gilwell Park on the evening of Monday 27 September 2004. Invitations will be sent out at the end of July. Each recipient may invite two guests and their section leader to the event. A second presentation / ceremony is planned for February 2005.

The Epping Forest Centenary Trust is a registered charity who work alongside the Corp. of London and take groups of scouts, schools and special needs groups into the forest to take part in practical conservation work such as tree felling etc.. If you or any of your scout groups would be interested in taking part at any time you can check out their website www.efct.net. The charity was formed to offer our services free of charge to increase awareness of the environment. Glenn Mulleady Conservation Office

Deputy Centre Manager A post has arisen for one lucky person to fill this exciting position. Pay circa £18,000 We are looking to find someone to understudy the existing Centre Manager and assist in the running and management of this busy camping and activity centre. Applications are invited from those who have excellent inter personal skills - friendly manner - a knowledge of camping and residential rules - competent in Word and Excel, plus general computer literacy - basic practical skills - knowledge of Health & Safety rules - current clean, full driving licence. A general awareness of woodland and turf management would also be of benefit. If you think this job is for you, then send your CV, plus a hand written letter indicating why we should choose you for the job to; Bill Hindley. Centre Manager, Thriftwood Scout Campsite, Orchard Avenue, Brentwood, Essex CM13 2DP All full applications will be acknowledged. For general enquiries phone (eve) 01277 226571 Closing date Tuesday 25th November. Interviews 13th - 14th December Service Crew We are always looking for new members. If you are 16 years old, happy to clean toilets, willing to work one weekend a month, then read on. Members of the join a Crew of their choice, we have one for each weekend of the month. We provide training in Activity instruction for climbing & abseiling, archery, shooting and canoeing. Other tasks include general maintenance work and looking after the needs of campers. Accommodation and food provided. Still interested, then phone Bill on 01277 226571. Bill Thriftwood

With Beaver Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts and Explorer Scouts now all eligible to gain the Chief Scout Award, we have had to introduce a new system of notifying County of individual achievement of this badge. The procedure will be that when a member gains this award, the District will continue to be responsible for presenting the badge to the member. This has always been the procedure for Scouts achieving this award under the old programme and remains unchanged. At the time of completing the award, the relevant section leader should complete a postcard, which can be obtained from your local badge supplier / Local Scout Shop from mid September. Once completed, this card should be sent to the County Secretary in the envelope provided with the card. The information provided will enable County to keep a central record of members who have achieved the award and will be invited to a special presentation event at a later date. Details of presentations will be advertised later this year and members will receive personal invitations.

I am extremely pleased to advise you that the census figures for the last quarter are up again by 107 (1.45%). This means we are now 398 (5.46%) up on the census figures submitted to HQ in January. This is excellent news and I would like to thank every leader in the County for all their hard work in achieving this increase in membership. Dean J Milton County Commissioner

Brilliant, fantastic, Professional and entertaining are just some words to describe GLNE Showstoppers 2003. The show entertained over 700 people in two performances at Chingford Assembly Hall on Saturday 25th of October. I am truly amazed and delighted at the talent we have in our County. I must say a BIG thank you to the cast, the numerous adults who supported the show both back stage and front of house and in particular Mike Hayward and Peter Ford. Once again, thank you all for making me so proud and for putting on such professional performances. Regards Dean J Milton County Commissioner GLNE

I am pleased to introduce the newly appointed 2007 World Jamboree GLNE County Contingent Leader Team. The team will be responsible for taking 36 young people from across the County to the World Jamboree at Hylands Park - Chelmsford... full details

Brian Gillman, District Commissioner for Epping Forest South District attended the Masnsion House on 5th January 2006 to receive a well deserved Community Volunteer of the Year award from the Lord Mayor of London. Brian was nominated by his District for the tremendous work he does for Scouting in EFS. Well done and congratulations Brian from everyone in Greater London North East Scout County! Photo by Clive Totman

Pictured centre is 14 year old, Edward, winner of the County 2007 Centenary logo competition. Edward is an Explorer Scout in Chingford District. His design was chosen as the winning entry and will be used on all County publications between now and throughout 2007 when Scouting celebrates being 100 years old! Edward is pictured being presented with a framed copy of his entry and a £10 voucher by Dean Milton (left) County Commissioner and Chris Harrison (right) Chingford District Explorer Scout Leader. Dean J Milton County Commissioner

Showstoppers was quite simply outstanding! ...photos and report

I am pleased to report the fourth quarter County Census. As a County, our membership is up 6.2% on the January HQ Census although we have seen a 1% drop on last quarters County Census. My sincere appreciation and thanks for all your hard work this quarter. The annual HQ Census will be due early in 2006 and Districts will begin collecting these figures in the New Year. There are positive signs that we should see a healthy annual increase for the first time in many years. Good luck everyone! Breakdown of census figures Dean Milton County Commissioner