INFO 2013 - Scouts Victoria

Victorian Scouting families are invited to consider hosting an overseas Venturer for about 6 weeks between late June and theend of August. The actual dates and length of the visit depend on the sending country.Families preferably have a child who is an active Venturer age; have a school, Scout Group and Unit willing to host andprovide an interesting experience for an overseas student; be willing for any adult members to accept the need for a “PoliceCheck” and hold a Working With Children card. Host family applications will be accepted at any time.WORLD SCOUT EVENTSDetails of the following events may be found on the website.JAMBOREES, WORLD AND REGIONALJAMBOREE OF THE AIR (JOTA)JAMBOREE OF THE INTERNET (JOTI)JOIN-IN-JAMBOREE (JIJ)MOOTSWORLD ASSOCIATION GIRL GUIDES AND GIRL SCOUTSWORLD SCOUT PARLIAMENTARY UNION (WSPU)WORLD SCOUTING NEWSSCOUT INTERNATIONAL CO-OPERATION FUNDKIRIBATI SCOUT ASSOCIATIONVictorian Branch has the role of assisting the promotion of Scouting in the Pacific Island nation of Kiribati (since1985), by providing Leader training and assisting in the development of Scouting programs applicable to theirenvironment and culture. Rovers, Venturers and Leaders are encouraged to be involved. Contact: John Ravenhall,9379 6635 or jravenhall@bigpond.comLEADER RECEPTIONSInformal receptions are convened twice a year to provide an opportunity for recently appointed Leaders to meet and network withBranch and Region based Commissioners, the activity support teams and Scout Centre personnel. In 2013: Wednesday 29 th Mayat the Victorian Scout Centre, and Tuesday 30 th July 2013 at the Western Scout Centre. Depending on sufficient numbers ofinterested participants, similar may be arranged for major country centres, or in conjunction with Region Council gatherings.MAJOR EVENTSProvided by Russell Bradd, BC Major EventsThe major events team is available to help all areas of Scouting in the Management and Organisation of their events.Major Events can assist in all aspects of an event such as infrastructure, Catering, Police Liaison, Staging, Transportand Merchandising. Contact: 0417 566 836 or majorevents@vicscouts.asn.au.MAJOR EVENTS - RESOURCESCamping and event equipment for major events is available for loan/hire for Scouting Events. Items available include 4 marqueesof various sizes, 1900 plastic chairs, 150 plastic trestle tables, 500 sq metres of flooring, 13 Hot Water Services, 24 UHF Radioswith 2 Base Stations, 20 Sleeping Bags, 100 metres of Festoon Lighting, 6 BBQ's, 100 folding plastic crates, 10 x 2 man touringtents, 1 large fridge, 2 small fridges, 1 chest freezer, 6 trek carts. Contact 0417 566 836 or majorevents@vicscouts.asn.au.MAJOR EVENTS - MERCHANDISINGProvided by Andrew RothwellWe can arrange badges, tapes and merchandise, to help you advertise your event or special occasion - clothing,flags, banners or metal badges. For a free quote email your request to merchandise@vicscouts.asn.au or visithttp://shop.scoutevents.com.au.MAJOR EVENTS - STAGEProvided by Mark Hopkins, BL(STAGE)The Scouting Technical Activity Group Entertainment has been setup to manage the technical aspects ofentertainment at Scouting events. STAGE is run by industry professionals who are also current Leaders. Ifinterested in joining or seeking assistance, contact Mark Hopkins: stage@vicscouts.asn.au. STAGE aims to manageTheatrical, Audio Visual and other requirements for events run by the Scouting Movement; make use of the vastresources available through the Scout shows; provide training in all aspects of the entertainment industry; assistScout shows with crew and equipment if needed; and establish relationships with suppliers known to Scouting.Services STAGE can provide lighting, design and operation; audio and video design and operation; DJ’s; scenic art and sceneryhire; rostrum and small staging hire; PA, small projector and screen hireMULTI CULTURAL SCOUTINGManh-Ha Nguyen, J.P., ABC Multi Cultural (Asian)Providing support to Asian Scouting communities.OUTREACHProvided by Chris Young, ACC OutreachTo explore and engage relations with likeminded bodies focusing on youth development in the general communityand in the various communities in which we have a minimal presence.Page 102