Volunteers sought as scout group faces closure 

“Both Ballaugh and Ramsey are small scout groups with a rich history on the Isle of Man and we are looking for the next generation of adult volunteers to lead the groups in their next chapter. " - Will Nelson 

Over the weekend the organisation held its annual camp with 179 cubs and scouts and 20 explorers at the Mountain View Innovation Centre. 

Will Nelson told Chanelle Sukhoo 'scouting is for everyone' adding that as a volunteer, you'll gain new skills and help young people build confidence. 

He says they are looking for group lead volunteers that:  

• Inspire and motivate people through enthusiastic and positive leadership.  
• Applies strategic thinking to a challenge. 
• Builds and leads a team of volunteers. 
• Bring energy, creativity and a can-do attitude.  
• Believe passionately about developing young people and volunteers. 

Over the next four weeks Will says people will have the opportunity to 'test drive' volunteering:

If anyone is interested in finding out about volunteering for the Isle of Man Scouts, you can find out more information by emailing will.nelson@scouts.im.