Water Training Reservoir Opens in Guernsey Island Scout HQ
GuernseyWater Training Reservoir Opens in Guernsey with £10,225 Funding Boost
A Water Training Reservoir, a scouting and outdoor education project in the field of youth development and adventure training, has opened in Guernsey with a funding boost of £10,225. This project, was built create a safe and engaging water-based training facility for young people.
Supporting Youth Development Through Adventure
This new water training reservoir, which opened on 19th June 2024 in the Island Scout HQ, provides a unique space where young people can build confidence, develop water safety skills, and experience adventure in a supportive environment. As part of the Guernsey Scouts initiative, the project aligns with their mission to promote fun, friendship, and personal growth through outdoor experiences. By offering exciting activities in a safe setting, the facility helps young people learn more, do more, and be more.
Funded by Wooden Spoon
This water training reservoir was generously funded by a Wooden Spoon Charity grant. Wooden Spoon supports Guernsey Scouts’ commitment to creating inclusive, community-focused opportunities for young people to develop essential life skills through adventure.
About Wooden Spoon
Wooden Spoon is a charitable organisation dedicated to transforming lives through the power of the rugby community. Known for its commitment to supporting children and young people with disabilities or facing disadvantage across the UK and Ireland, the charity has funded numerous projects that create opportunities for young people. With a track record of impactful, community-driven initiatives, Wooden Spoon aims to improve lives through physical, educational, and social projects. Through collaborations like this, Wooden Spoon continues its mission to make positive, lasting changes in communities.
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