Saturday Hi, my name is Saba and I am a Ranger from Somerset. Apart from Girlguiding I have one other passion and that is music. To be precise, I play the French Horn, which is the circle-shaped brass instrument in the orchestra. Saba, a Ranger in Somerset Last year, my leader told me about an … Continue reading Saba’s NSGSO Diary
Do you have disabled girls in your unit? Are you disabled? Chances are you are unconsciously adjusting your programme and arrangements every week. But what happens when you want to take part in a large scale event? How will everyone's needs be met when there are hundreds or even thousands of people attending? If you're … Continue reading What we’ve learnt about inclusion at large events
Come and join us at the Somerset county camp that is taking place from 20 – 22 September 2024 (21 - 22 September for Rainbows) at Mendip Activity Centre (BS25 5PQ) 1726842600 days hours minutes secondsuntilCounty camp This camp is open to all Girlguiding Somerset members and will include a mix of activities – some … Continue reading Girlguiding Somerset county camp 2024
What do our 7 to 10-year-olds do at their unit meetings? It's all about having fun, learning, and going on exciting adventures. Our 'Explore' skills builder activities are no different. As part of our 'Have Adventures' theme, the Brownies are encouraged to use bus maps and timetables, and understand how different modes of transport are … Continue reading Brownies have adventures on public transport
The team from Girlguiding Yeovil were delighted to take part in Yeovil Together on Sunday 2 July 2023. Organised by Somerset Diverse Communities, the free event brought together hundreds of people for a cultural celebration at Westlands Entertainment Venue in Yeovil. Girlguiding Somerset county inclusion adviser, Zahari (they/them), said: 'We had a great afternoon at … Continue reading Yeovil Together celebrates our diverse communities
What is Peer Education? Peer Education is when girls explore important topics with specially trained peer educators. They will visit your group during your normal unit meeting and run interactive sessions. Who can book a Peer Education session? Any Brownie, Guide, Ranger, or Inspire group can book a peer education session. Sessions are also available … Continue reading How to unlock the power of Peer Education for girls in your unit
1-2 June 2023 Units from Somerset had a fantastic time at Dartmoor Zoo, taking part in workshops on close encounters, animal enrichment and animal behaviour, organised by the zoo’s education team. Girls and their leaders got a chance to get up close and personal with giant African snails, stick insects and even stroke real tiger … Continue reading Our day and night with the tigers adventure
10 - 11 June 2023 Rainbows and Brownies from Somerset attended the Magic and Mayhem event at Foxlease Activity Centre in Hampshire. At his fun circus-themed event girls enjoyed activities in four different zones, circus, magical science, fun, dance and physical, and then sleep in a giant Big Top at the end of the night. … Continue reading Magic and Mayhem 2023
On 7 May at 12.30 Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers started to arrive at the Bishop’s Palace in Wells, with their families and leaders for an afternoon of activities arranged by Girlguiding Somerset for the girls and the general public. In keeping with our ethos, the activities were on an environmental theme and included recycling … Continue reading Girls sleepover at the Palace to celebrate the Coronation
As the King’s Coronation was fast approaching, Girlguiding launched a ballot to recruit willing volunteers to help out at various locations around London on the day. Approximately 135 places were up for grabs for leaders from all corners of the country, with 50% of those places being allocated to the 18-30 age group (of which … Continue reading Kelly’s coronation blog
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