Scouts WA

Kayaking Skills Session - UWA
2025-05-22 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-05-29 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-06-19 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-06-26 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-03 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-31 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-08-14 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-08-21 19:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Perth) and 2 more dates | UWA Aquatic Centre, The University of Western Australia, Perth, Perth, 6009, Australia
Eligibility – Scouts, Venturer Scouts, Rover Scouts, Leaders & Adult Members
Max numbers – 10 participants (minimum of 4 participants required)
Learn to exit and re-enter Kayak, roll a Kayak with a paddle, roll a Kayak without a paddle.
The Activity will begin with a brief and end with a review. Participants are required to wear a rashie and boardies.
Cost: Entry fee to pool – $7 participants MUST visit the Aquatic Office to pay gate entry before they enter the water. Pool staff will cross reference their head count with the number of gate entries taken each session.
To reserve this session for your Unit email events@scoutswa.com.au.All participants will still be required to register through ScoutMap.
For further information on the Kayak Skills program contact: Niall – niall.ward@scoutswa.com.au

Radio STEM (Advanced) - Scouts and Venturers part 1
2025-05-24 09:00 - 12:00
A morning session for Foundation Course participants to make an antenna and get themselves on the air.
Date – 24 May 2025
Time 9am – 12 noon
Venue – TBC

Radio STEM (Advanced) Scouts and Venturers Part 1
2025-05-24 09:30 - 12:00

Radio STEM (Advanced) - Scouts and Venturers Part 2
2025-05-24 13:00 - 16:00
An afternoon session of practical Amateur Radio operating skills
Date – 24th May 2025
Time – 1pm – 4pm
Venue – TBC

Radio STEM (Intermediate) - Electronics - Scouts and Venturers
2025-05-27 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-06-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Farris Place, 12 Farris Place, Innaloo, Western Australia, 6016, Australia
Scouts and Venturers will participate in one of two Intermediate Workshops streams over a two-hour session. One stream is focused on Radio Communications and the practical use of radio as a communications medium. The second stream is focused on electronics including soldering a circuit to take home.
While there is no cost for these activities in 2025, “No Shows” and “cancellations for Intermediate workshops less than 7 days” will incur a $5 charge per youth member not attending, invoiced to the Group, to cover expenses incurred.
Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Venue: 12 Farris Place, Innaloo
If you would like to reserve this session for your group, or you are having trouble registering, please contact Events: events@scoutswa.com.au.
For further information about the session, please contact the Radio Team: radio@scoutswa.com.au.

Kayaking Skills Session - UWA *** RESERVED ***
2025-06-05 19:00 - 20:30 | UWA Aquatic Centre, The University of Western Australia, Perth, Perth, 6009, Australia

Radio STEM (Advanced) - Scouts and Venturers
2025-06-21
A series of one-day Saturday workshops designed for Scouts and Venturers with a passion for, and a keen interest in radio, electronics and communications technology. They are suited for those who hold an Amateur Radio Licence, or who may wish to do so in the future, those with some experience in electronics, computer programming, physics and similar areas of interest.
Participants will work with a range of experienced radio enthusiasts and professionals during the workshops building, designing and using circuits, antennas, radio equipment, learning and practising new skills.
Each workshop will cover a different aspect of radio. While Scouts and Venturers can attend sessions of their choice, this activity is designed to enable Scouts and Venturers to attend multiple sessions throughout the year to build on their knowledge and understanding of radio systems.
Through the workshops Scouts and Venturers will be encouraged to work towards SIA badges with individual projects tailored to their interests.
Time: TBA
Venue: TBA
Note – These workshops are not designed as an introductory activity. Some knowledge of radio, electronics or communications systems and an interest in physics would be an advantage. If in doubt please contact us with any questions to radio@scoutswa.com.au
If you are having trouble registering, please contact Events: events@scoutswa.com.au.

Radio STEM - Venturers Nighthawk Radio **CANCELLED**
2025-07-23 19:00 - 21:00
Venturers will learn how to setup and operate the new Scouts WA digital radio system to assist them efficiently and effectively operate their radio setup at their Nighthawk base.
This session may count as part of a SIA in STEM and Innovation (if approved by their Unit Council).
While there is no cost for these activities in 2025, “No Shows” and “cancellations for Intermediate workshops less than 7 days” will incur a $5 charge per youth member not attending, invoiced to the Group, to cover expenses incurred.
Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Venue: Scouts WA Head Office, Mount Hawthorn
If you would like to reserve this session for your group, or you are having trouble registering, please contact Events: events@scoutswa.com.au.
For further information about the session, please contact the Radio Team: radio@scoutswa.com.au.
**Please note this session has been cancelled**

Kayaking Skills Session - UWA **CANCELLED**
2025-07-24 19:00 - 20:30 | UWA Aquatic Centre, The University of Western Australia, Perth, Perth, 6009, Australia

Operation Nighthawk
2025-08-02 - 2025-08-03

Target Archery
2025-08-09 10:00 - 12:00
10am -12pm Session is for Target Archery (pointy) available for Youth and Leaders of Cub age and above.
Covered footwear must be worn by all. No scarves. Please tie up long hair. No baggy shirts. Will be indoor but bring water and snacks.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Tony Goh (Branch Leader Target Sports) at Tony.Goh@scoutswa.com.au
Note: If you are no longer coming (even if it was decided that morning), please contact us at the above email. There are limited spots and provided at no costs, so we would love other youths to have a go instead.
All sessions are located at Farris Place Scout Hall.
Address: 12 Farris Place, Innaloo WA 6018
Please register on ScoutMap through the link Reservation: R-002487
If you are having trouble registering, please contact Events: events@scoutswa.com.au

Powerboat Handling Certificate Course
2025-08-15 18:30 - 2025-08-17 17:00
Australian Sailing-accredited Powerboat Handling Certificate Course for Youth and Adult Members of Scouts WA.
Minimum age 14 years, MUST already have your RST.
Cost: $130, the course fee covers teaching materials, course fees to Australian Sailing, boats, fuel, safety equipment and catering.
Location – Pelican Point Sea Scout Group, Australia II Drive, Crawley
**Registrations close Friday 8th August**
For more information contact Barbara de la Hunty – barbara.delahunty@scoutswa.com.au
If you are experiencing difficulties registering, please contact events@scoutswa.com.au for support.

Scouts WA Adventure Centre Open Days
2025-08-16 | Manjedal Adventure Centre, 163 Manjedal Rd, Karrakup, Western Australia, 6122, Australia
Email sitecoordinator@scoutswa.com.au for more information

Radio STEM (Advanced) - Scouts and Venturers
2025-08-20 19:00 - 21:00

Radio STEM (Intermediate) - Electronics - Scouts and Venturers
2025-08-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Farris Place, 12 Farris Place, Innaloo, Western Australia, 6016, Australia
Intermediate Radio – Scouts/ Venturers session 2
The Scout SIA STEM and Innovation badge requires Scouts to complete 8 hours of activity.
The Venturer Scout SIA STEM and Innovation badge requires Venturers to complete 12 hours of activity.
Two different Scout/Venturer Radio workshops are offered.
Session 1 – Land Radio (two hours duration) – involves learning the basic setup and operation of a radio system, and covers radio-related aspects of the OAS Bushwalking Stage 4 and 5 communications components.
These sessions may include a special focus such as Venturers and Nighthawk
Session 2 – Electronics and Soldering (four hours duration) – This workshop involves learning basic soldering skills and the construction of an electronics project and basic fault finding.
To complete the remaining time requirements, Scouts and Ventures would complete an individual or patrol project. Suggested activities are available on request.
While there is no cost for these activities in 2025, “No Shows” and “cancellations for Intermediate workshops less than 7 days” will incur a $5 charge per youth member not attending, invoiced to the Group, to cover expenses incurred.
Time: 10:00am to 2:00pm
Venue: 12 Farris Place, Innaloo
If you would like to reserve this session for your group, or you are having trouble registering, please contact Events: events@scoutswa.com.au.
For further information about the session, please contact the Radio Team: radio@scoutswa.com.au.

Radio - STEM (Advanced) Scouts and Venturers
2025-08-23 12:00 - 17:00
A series of one-day Saturday workshops designed for Scouts and Venturers with a passion for, and a keen interest in radio, electronics and communications technology. They are suited for those who hold an Amateur Radio Licence, or who may wish to do so in the future, those with some experience in electronics, computer programming, physics and similar areas of interest.
Participants will work with a range of experienced radio enthusiasts and professionals during the workshops building, designing and using circuits, antennas, radio equipment, learning and practising new skills.
Each workshop will cover a different aspect of radio. While Scouts and Venturers can attend sessions of their choice, this activity is designed to enable Scouts and Venturers to attend multiple sessions throughout the year to build on their knowledge and understanding of radio systems.
Through the workshops Scouts and Venturers will be encouraged to work towards SIA badges with individual projects tailored to their interests.
Time: 12:00 – 5:00 pm
Venue: 12 Farris Place, Innaloo
Note – These workshops are not designed as an introductory activity. Some knowledge of radio, electronics or communications systems and an interest in physics would be an advantage. If in doubt please contact us with any questions to radio@scoutswa.com.au
If you are having trouble registering, please contact Events: events@scoutswa.com.au.

Maali Medal
2025-08-29 - 2025-08-31
Patrol-Alone Style Cooking & Camping Competition
Patrols are required to plan their own programs for the weekend. Patrols can choose to do MAC activities if they wish. If so, select registration with MAC activities (type 1) but **all members of your patrol MUST register as the same participant type, with the same activities**.
If your patrol does not wish to plan MAC activities into the program, select registration type 2.
There are two participant registration types:
Both include camping fees & a badge. Neither include food – this needs to be organized by your patrol separately.
1. Participant incl.
Climbing Wall & MAC Points
Crate Stacking & Frisbee Golf
Mountain Biking & Orienteering
Patrols will get to do listed MAC activities over the weekend –
one facilitated (climbing wall, crate stacking, mountain biking)
& one self-guided (frisbee golf, orienteering, MAC points)
2. Participant NOT incl MAC activities
Please register through ScoutMap using the link Reservation: R-002526
Registrations for Participant incl. MAC Activities will close 31st July.
All other registrations will close 14th August.
For help registering, please contact Events: events@scoutswa.com.au
Supporting Leader (one leader attending per patrol) – includes camping fees, badge & food for the weekend. Leaders will be camping separate from patrols & will be given a role for the weekend.

SIA STEM and Innovation (Radio) - Albany Weekend Workshop
2025-09-06 09:00 - 2025-09-07 13:00
The SIA STEM and Innovation (Radio) workshops will assist members in completing most of a SIA STEM and Innovation project (and possibly other SIA’s too).
The weekend sessions will cover a range of structured activities in radio, electronics, communications, and technology activities, with sessions for Joeys to Venturers.
Joeys – Saturday 6th September 9am – 11 am (2 hours)
Cubs – Saturday 6th September 1pm – 5pm (4 hours)
Scouts/Venturers – Saturday 6th September 9am – 5pm (8 hours)
Scouts/Venturers – Sunday 9am -12 noon (3 hours)
Attendance is either as a Day Visitor (Free) or Groups/Units may arrange their own camping and catering at GilCreek (Camping Fees apply) – please speak with your section leader about this.
For any questions, please contact radio@scoutswa.com.au
If you are having difficulties registering, please contact events@scoutswa.com.au

Mission Impossible 2025
2025-09-12 - 2025-09-14
Mission Impossible is back with Mission Seusspossible! This is a whimsical twist on the classic Mission Impossible event — a team rogaining, skill, and initiative competition for Scouts (14+), Venturers, and Rovers. Patrols will navigate their way through the bush, discovering quirky challenges and imaginative checkpoints inspired by the world of Dr. Seuss. Earn points, test your teamwork, and climb your way to the top of the MI Shield leaderboard!
As the sun sets over the Truffula trees, the event transforms into party mode. The Venturer/Rover Overnight Camp (VROC) bursts into life with Seuss-themed music, games, and colourful chaos under the stars.
We can’t wait to see your navigation skills in action — and your best Who-ville dance moves by night! Join us for Mission Seusspossible and experience a weekend of adventure, creativity, and fun.
This year, we’re closer than ever — just 1.5 hours south of the Perth CBD.
Teams of 4 – 6 people.
Uniform is to be worn to and from the event. There will be an official opening and closing ceremony.
For more information, visit our social media, check out www.missionimpossibleevent.com, or contact us at missionimpossible.committee@scoutswa.com.au.
Please register through ScoutMap using the link Reservation: R-002527
**REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 4PM 29TH AUGUST**

Survival Snippets - Firecraft
2025-09-13 08:00 - 17:00
**Morning and Afternoon sessions available**
Survival snippet – firecraft
Sat 13th sept
Cost $10 morning session 9:00 – 12:00 Afternoon session 1:00 – 4:00
Limit 12 per session
Ignite your inner adventurer!
Discover the ancient art of fire making and build essential outdoor survival skills in this hands-on, practical workshop.
What you’ll learn:
✅ How to find and prepare natural tinder
✅ Fire safety and responsible fire use
✅ Techniques for fire starting – flint & steel, ferro rods, matches, and more
✅ Building and maintaining a sustainable campfire
✅ Basic knife, and bushcraft tool and skills
Half day 3 hour workshop, open to scouts – 2 sessions – morning or afternoon held at manjedal. Open to scouts who hold bushcraft 2 / camping level 2 and above
