Vlogs
🏕️ 100 Years of Gilwell Reunion… and THIS is the badge?!
The Scouting community did NOT hold back when this year's centenary badge dropped. I went through hundreds of comments: the complaints, the jokes, ...
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Can a Match Featherstick Light a Candle?
Fancy a fun little fire lighting challenge to try this weekend?
I’ve been out in the back garden having a go at a bushcraft-inspired experi...
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We’re Losing Good Scout Leaders and Nobody’s Talking About It
Being a Scout leader is one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done… but lately, it’s also felt heavier than ever. This isn’t a rant. ...
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7 No‑Prep Scout Games Every Leader Needs Up Their Sleeve
Ever had that Scout meeting?The one where the plan falls apart, the kit’s gone missing, or your brain’s just… empty 😅
Don’t ...
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You’re the Best Scout Patrol Ever – Now Join Us!
You really are the best Scout Patrol ever!
As 2025 ends, I’m reflecting on everything we’ve built together at Big Man in the Woods — ...
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UK Scouting’s BIGGEST Wins and Challenges in 2025!
Join me, Big Man in the Woods, as I look back on 2025 . A big year for Scouts UK. It’s been full of wins, a few challenges, and plenty of ...
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The Struggle to gather All Our Scout Leaders!
After years of trying (and failing) to get all my Scout Leaders together in one place, I've finally accepted the reality – it's just not going ...
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Forget Amazon… Scout Leaders Make Better Christmas Gifts
If you’re scratching your head over what to get the Scout Leader or outdoorsy type in your life this Christmas, this new vlog is packed with ...
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The Surprising Truth About Scouts That Became Superstars
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Scouts, Scouting history, and famous Scout Halls – did you know some of the biggest music legends like The ...
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Taking a Well-Earned Pause for Half Term 🏕️
Half term is here, and for many Scout Groups across the country, that means a short but well-deserved break! Our Group is pressing pause ...
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Christopher Simmons says:
I don't believe Charlie Kirk can be characterized as having been ...