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Latest News

  • Awards Galore At Parr Hall Celebration
  • Cheshire Inter District Shooting Competition
  • Mersey Weaver Enjoys Cheshire Hike Success
  • Mersey Weaver Successes at ScoutShoot 2024
  • Laura Lambert Awarded Medal for Meritorious Conduct

Volunteering

    Support Team

    Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    Purpose The District Volunteering Development Team makes sure all volunteers in their District have a positive and enjoyable volunteering experience. They make it easy for people to join and learn new skills.  Who’s in the team Allocated tasks to…Find Out More

    Volunteering Development Team

    Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    Purpose The District Volunteering Development Team makes sure all volunteers in their District have a positive and enjoyable volunteering experience. They make it easy for people to join and learn new skills.  Who’s in the team Tasks for the…Find Out More

    Programme Team

    Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    Purpose The District Programme Team helps every section in the District run a safe, enjoyable and high-quality programme. To help do this, they bring Section Team volunteers together with activity experts.  Who’s in the team Tasks for the whole team Allocated tasks Help Section…Find Out More

    Group Lead Volunteers

    Where:
    Windmill Hill (St Berteline’s and St Christopher’s C of E Church, Runcorn, WA7 6QE),
    14th Widnes (The Youth Hall, Widnes, WA8 9JX),
    8th Widnes (Ditton Community Centre, Widnes, WA8 8DF),
    1st Newton & Kingsley (Pike Lane, Kingsley, WA6 8HE),
    3rd & 9th Runcorn (Moughland Lane, Runcorn, WA7 4SD),
    4th Widnes (Appleton Village, Widnes, WA8 6EL) Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    Outline Lead Volunteers inspire, motivate and plan ahead. They enjoy working with adults and young people in the local area and seeing the impact of their efforts. They are organised,…Find Out More

    Welcome Team Members

    Where: Mersey Weaver, Cheshire Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    The Welcome Team’s main function is to assist with the process of appointing and welcoming volunteers into the Scouts by advising on their suitability. It’s important to remember that the…Find Out More

    Activity Centre Support Team Members

    Where:
    Clogwyn Activity Centre (Port Penrhyn, Bangor, LL57 4HN),
    Queen Charlotte’s Wood Activity Centre (Queen Charlotte's Wood, Alvanley, WA6 6XQ) Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    Our volunteers come from all backgrounds – from students to Scout Leaders, retired professionals, Parents and those involved in their Youth to those just wanting to get involved in something…Find Out More

    Event Support Team Leader

    Where: Mersey Weaver, Cheshire Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    The team’s focus is to respond to requests for practical support and resources related to the life-enriching experiences we run for our youth membership in the Widnes, Runcorn, Frodsham and surrounding…Find Out More

    Event Support Team Members

    Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    We are looking for an enthusiastic people to join our team of volunteers so we can put on great events and help our Adult Leaders concentrate on ensuring their youth…Find Out More

    Water Activities Team Members

    Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    Got a passion for Kayaking, Canoeing, Sailing, Windsurfing or Rafting? What to share your passion for the outdoors and help young people to enjoy your passion? Willing to mentor and…Find Out More

    Hillwalking & Trekking Team Members

    Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    Got a passion for Hiking, Hillwalking, Trekking or Expeditions? What to share your passion for the outdoors and help young people to enjoy your passion? Willing to mentor and pass…Find Out More

    Target Sports Team Members

    Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    Got a passion for Archery, Air Rifle Shooting, Crossbows, Axe Throwing or Catapults? Willing to volunteer a couple of hours periodically, in an evening or a weekend, to pass on your…Find Out More

    Technology Team Members

    Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    Got an interest in technology and want to use your skills to, for example: The Technology Team’s purpose is to transform the Scouting experience and engage young people with new and…Find Out More

    Media Team Member

    Where: Mersey Weaver, Cheshire Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    Are you interested in Photography, Video Editing, Social Media, Radio, Web sites, Journalism etc. If yes then we want to hear from you. Mersey Weaver Scouts are looking to expand…Find Out More

    Section Team Members and Leaders (Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorer and Network)

    Where: Widnes, Runcorn, Elton, Frodsham, Helsby, Kingsley, Norley Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    Purpose The Section Team plans, delivers, and runs high quality programmes safely. They make sure all young people can take part in the programme, gain skills for life, and work…Find Out More

    District Trustee

    Where: Mersey Weaver, Cheshire Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited

    Mersey Weaver Scout’s Trustee Board is a team of volunteers who work together, as charity Trustees, to make sure Mersey Weaver Scouts is run safely and legally. At the heart…Find Out More

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