After 14 weeks of dedication and a year of growth, our young people hit the range carrying the true spirit of Billesley.

This term marks an exciting new chapter with a fresh name and eager new members ready to take on air rifle shooting!

Our Squirrel Drey has officially started after their 4-week trial program, it was such a blast! Thank you to all the volunteers for all of their hard work to make this happen.

We all have worked incredibly hard not only individually but also as a team. You deserve all the praise and accomplishments.

Thanks to our newest volunteers, we can confirm that our new Squirrel Drey will be opening its doors permanently in the coming weeks.

Our young people triumphed at the Waterloo Shooting Competition, winning four medals, including Gold in Under 18s Archery and Under 12s Crossbow.

Our first game raised a total of £331 for the Group, with one lucky winner scooping the jackpot of £229.60, and three other people each won £32.80 for matching four numbers.

Following our hugely successful Squirrels Open Event, we’re moving onto the next phase of our plans and running a four week trial programme. Interested in getting stuck in?

We joined scouts from all sections across the district and celebrated St. George’s Day at Blackwell Adventure with adventurous activities, fun and teamwork.

As Ramadan ends, we wish our Muslim friends joy and peace on Eid al-Fitr.

We’re taking a breather this Easter, and there will be no meetings on Tuesday, 2 April.

After weeks of preparation and hard work, our Scouts and Explorers are now learning marksmanship, and will develop their skills over the coming weeks.