VOC 2 meeting
2025-01-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-02-27 18:30 - 20:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Barra Brui Activity Hall, Barra Brui Scout Hall, Hunter St, St Ives, NSW, 2075, Australia

Evening Rockcraft Workshop (REW25C)
2025-02-04 18:30 - 20:00 | Barra Brui Activity Hall, Barra Brui Scout Hall, Hunter St, St Ives, NSW, 2075, Australia
Monthly Rockcraft Skills workshop – open to anyone who has attended a TP/AG (Level 2) course, or Guides maintaining currency. Current Qual not required. This is a self driven workshop where we will cover what you need to work on toward your quals, or what you want to practise/review.

A great way to build your skills towards guide (or your OAS levels). Rescue workshops are also one of the ways you can demonstrate your rescue currency which is required for all guides, and especially if you are going through requal. If you are a current guide this is also a good way to stop your rescue skills getting rusty.

What to Bring

A Head Torch

Your Personal Abseil Gear (It is assumed you have your own gear, if you do not please specify on Scout Event at least 24 hours beforehand)

Please let me know if you have any topics you specifically want to cover.

This year we are asking that all participants register on Scout Event.

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Sydney North Region Executive Meeting
2025-02-04 19:30 - 21:00 | Sydney North Region Office, 2 Ellis Street, Chatswood, NSW, 2067, Australia

NSW State Rover Council meeting
2025-02-06 19:00 - 21:00 | NSW
online meeting via Teams

Mootagascar: Sydney North Summer Moot
2025-02-07 19:00 - 2025-02-09 15:00 | Glenfield Scout Activity Centre, 2 Cambridge Ave, Glenfield, NSW, 2167, Australia
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/980773086850184/

Advanced Rescue Workshop
2025-02-08 00:00 - 2025-02-09 23:59 | Wahroonga Rocks, Cliff Oval, Wahroonga, NSW, Australia
Covers the Complex Rescue Module. Targeted at existing Vertical Guides.

Complex Vertical Rescue Workshop - 2025CVR001
2025-02-08 08:30 - 2025-02-09 16:30 | Wahroonga Rocks, Cliff Oval, Wahroonga, NSW, Australia
To attend this workshop you should already hold Guide Abseiling or Canyoning and be looking to move to Multi-Pitch Abseiling or Advanced Canyoning.

This workshop will build on the skills developed at our Rigging (Trained Participant Abseiling or Canyoning) and Rescue (Basic Vertical Rescues) workshops and looks at skill for – pick off rescues, load transfers between systems, rescues from traverses along with a range of other vertical skills.

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Advanced Canyoning Weekend - Kanangra
2025-02-14 19:30 - 2025-02-16 22:00 | Kanangra-Boyd National Park
Have you been working on your Trained Participant (or Higher) Canyoning and want to take you skills to the next level? Join the SNR Rockcraft Team for a Weekend at Kanangra. Kanangra is an advanced canyoning area 3 hours from Sydney, featuring long sustain canyons with many 50m+ pitches.

Prerequisites

This an advanced area, participants must meet the following critieria to register:

Have attended at least one Canyoning TP Weekend

Have canyoned on at least 4 occassions, 5 – 6 recommended. (If you don’t meet this criteria check out our Canyon Adventure Weekends!)

Able to self belay (VT, clemhiest or french prussik only)

Have good physical fitness – the walk outs from Kanangra Canyons often involve 600m climb outs – significantly more than normal Blue Mountains Canyons

Possible Canyons Include

Kanangra Main

Kalang Falls

Other Canyons in the Kanagra Area

Camping

We will be camping at Boyd River Campground in Kanagra-Boyd National Park. You will need to arrive on the Friday night with a 6:30am departure from the campsite on the Saturday morning.

You will need to bring your own Tent & Sleeping Gear and the event will be self catered.

We will like to return to Sydney quite late on Sunday.

Equipment

Please refer to the gear list on the Sydeny North Region Scouts Canyoning Page.

It is critical that you bring a pack suitable to carry 50m ropes, a rain coat and a good whistle.

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Sydney North Region Rover Council meeting
2025-02-16 19:00 - 21:00 | 2nd Gordon Scout Hall, 32c Rosedale Rd, Gordon, NSW
Free BBQ from 6.30pm

Safe Participant Abseil Course - Theory Night (ABS25A)
2025-02-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Barra Brui Activity Hall, Barra Brui Scout Hall, Hunter St, St Ives, NSW, 2075, Australia
This is the base-level course for participation in rockcraft activities and is required for vertical canyoning and caving. Attending this workshop will give you a great grounding for rock adventures and you can even earn you Stage 4 OAS Abseiling (However you must abseil on at least one other occasion before or after the course to complete the OAS requirements).

The course is suitable for Venturers, Rovers, and Leaders.

The theory night is held at Barra Brui Scout Hall and includes a mix of theory presentations and practical components (prussiking, knots, setting up abseil devices, care of equipment).

The theory night registration is combined with the prac day for the same course number, you do not need to register separately.

The practical day is held at Wahroonga Rocks. Participants aim to complete 15 abseils on a variety of abseil devices as well as practising belaying skills, and prussiking. The course includes a separate theory night at Barra Brui Scout Hall.

Recommended Pre-reading:

Knots (SP Section Only)

Digital copies will be provided prior to the course.

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Lower North Shore/Turrumburra Mindari
2025-02-18 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-02-25 20:00 - 21:30 | NSW

Benowie District Seeonee
2025-02-20 19:00 - 21:00 | NSW

Sydney North Region Roventure: "Rome-Venture"
2025-02-21 19:00 - 2025-02-23 14:00 | Glenfield Scout Activity Centre, 2 Cambridge Ave, Glenfield, NSW, 2167, Australia
This is our annual event for all Venturers and Rovers in Sydney North Region.

Venue: Glenfield Scout Camp.

Save the date!

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1090214229291059

Registration: https://events.nsw.scouts.com.au/event/2106

16th NZ Venture Applications Close
2025-02-23 00:00 - 23:59 | NSW
Scouts Australia is sending a Contingent to the 16th Aotearoa / New Zealand Jamboree in December 2025 – January 2026.

Attending a New Zealand Venture is an outstanding introduction to International Scouting. Set in one of the most picturesque countries on the planet, Australian Scouts will be offered a program of outdoor adventure and cultural immersion that will deliver a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Dates

The Australian Contingent will depart on 28 December 2025 and return to Australia on 10 January 2026. An optional post-tour featuring a selection of thrill-seeking and cultural activities will also be offered to Australian Contingent members, returning to Australia on 15 January 2026.

Location

Phase One includes a choice of Expeditions stretching from the upper South Island to the middle of the North Island. Phase Two will be held at the Brookfield Outdoor Education Centre, one hour from Wellington.

Applications

Official applications to join the Australian Contingent to the 16th Aotearoa / New Zealand Venture will open on 8 January 2025 and close on 23 February 2025. Applications may close earlier if the size of the Australian Contingent exceeds the number of places available at the Venture.

In the meantime, you can submit an Expression of Interest and we will send you a reminder when official applications are about to open.

Venturer Scout and line leader applicants will need to nominate their top three Expedition preferences upon application. Expedition places will be allocated in the order that applications are submitted with deposit paid. To secure your preferred Expedition, applicants are encouraged to submit their application and pay the deposit as soon as possible after applications open on 8 January 2025. Expeditions will be allocated after applications close.

Contact

Please don’t hesitate to direct any questions to the Contingent Management Team by emailing nzv2024@scouts.com.au

Scout Abseil Day – ASD25A
2025-02-23 09:00 - 16:30 | Lindfield Rocks, Lindfield Rocks, Tryon Rd, East Lindfield, NSW, 2070, Australia
3 Sessions 9-30am, 12 Noon and 2-00pm

Bookings Close 3rd February, 2025.

Please contact Region Office to book your group into a session.

Please Note –

Bookings for >15 can nominate their day/time.

Please note at time of booking you will be invoiced for a min of 15.

Booking is only confirm upon receipt of payment.

Bookings for <10 will be allocated a time slot so we can merge / optimise sessions.

Contact Roland Simpson for Further information

Network Meeting for Cub Leaders
2025-02-25 19:30 - 21:00 | NSW
This is a chance for Cub leaders from the Sydney North Region to come together and exchange ideas and share programs and activities.

Location: Sydney North Region Office

Canyoning Adventure Weekend – Theory Night CNY25A
2025-02-26 19:00 - 21:30 | Barra Brui Activity Hall, Barra Brui Scout Hall, Hunter St, St Ives, NSW, 2075, Australia
This is an adventure weekend of vertical canyoning. Attending this workshop provides training for Safe Participant, Trained Participant, Assistant Guide and Guide along with the ability for youth members to achieve you Stage 4 Caynoning OAS under Vertical (Youth Program).

The course is suitable for Venturers, Rovers, and Leaders.

The theory night is held at Barra Brui Scout Hall and includes a mix of theory presentations and practical components covering personal equipment, rope skills, abseiling in canyons, walking skills, environmental protection of canyons, logistics, risks and minor emergencies.

The theory night is for March Canyoning event. You can register and find more information here.

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Safe Participant Abseil Course - Practical Day (ABS25A)
2025-03-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Wahroonga Rocks, Cliff Oval, Wahroonga, NSW, Australia
This is the base-level course for participation in rockcraft activities and is required for vertical canyoning and caving. Attending this workshop will give you a great grounding for rock adventures and you can even earn you Stage 4 OAS Abseiling (However you must abseil on at least one other occasion before or after the course to complete the OAS requirements).

The course is suitable for Venturers, Rovers, and Leaders.

The theory night is held at Barra Brui Scout Hall and includes a mix of theory presentations and practical components (prussiking, knots, setting up abseil devices, care of equipment).

The theory night registration is combined with the prac day for the same course number, you do not need to register separately.

The practical day is held at Wahroonga Rocks. Participants aim to complete 15 abseils on a variety of abseil devices as well as practising belaying skills, and prussiking. The course includes a separate theory night at Barra Brui Scout Hall.

Recommended Pre-reading:

Knots (SP Section Only)

Digital copies will be provided prior to the course if you don’t have access to Teams.

Bring:

Suitable Clothing.

Water + Lunch.

Your Prussiks.

Your Workbook with theory questions completed.

Printed out logbook.

Times:

Arrive 8:30am and walk down to the rocks – map in your email.

Finish approximately 4pm.

You will be:

Completing at least 10 abseils on different devices.

Top Belay and catch a falling Guide.

Do prussiking over an edge.

Get assessed on your knots.

Get your theory answers assessed.

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Ku-Ring-Gai District Raft Race
2025-03-02 07:00 - 12:00 | Bilarong Reserve Narrabeen Lakes, 55 Wakehurst Pkwy, North Narrabeen, 2101, Australia
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Evening Rockcraft Workshop (REW25D)
2025-03-04 18:30 - 20:00 | Lindfield Rocks, Lindfield Rocks, Tryon Rd, East Lindfield, NSW, 2070, Australia

Canyoning Adventure Weekend – Practical CNY25A
2025-03-08 08:00 - 2025-03-09 17:00 | Blue Mountains NSW
This is an adventure weekend of vertical canyoning. Attending this workshop provides training for Safe Participant, Trained Participant, Assistant Guide and Guide along with the ability for youth members to achieve you Stage 4 Caynoning OAS under Vertical (Youth Program).

The course is suitable for Venturers, Rovers, and Leaders.

The theory night is held at Barra Brui Scout Hall and includes a mix of theory presentations and practical components covering personal equipment, rope skills, abseiling in canyons, walking skills, environmental protection of canyons, logistics, risks and minor emergencies.

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Region Personal Development Course For Cubs
2025-03-09 09:00 - 15:00 | Eastwood/Marsfield Scout Hall, 72 Agincourt Road, Marsfield, NSW, 2122, Australia
The Cub Scout personal development course offers interested Cub Scouts an opportunity to meet new people and develop their own communication, teamwork and leadership skills.

This course is designed for youth members who are aged 10 years old.

We will be completing various activities which some might be done outside. Please come prepared to be outside, potentially in the weather and bring a day pack with items you would need for the day which should include a hat, snacks and water bottle. The youth members need to attend the full day to achieve their personal development badge.

Lunch is included, but if your youth member does get hungry please provide other food for them.

Please note:

If numbers exceed the nominal limit, preference will be given to the older youth members and prospective peak award recipients.

If 4 or more youth members attend from the same scout group registered, an adult leader will be asked to attend to assist the course facilitator.

Cost $25.00 per youth member ( which includes lunch)

Start time: 8:55am for 9am start

End time: 3pm

Location: Eastwood/Marsfield Scout Hall, 72 Agincourt Road, Marsfield NSW 2122

Course limit to 36 youth members

Opening date for registration 3.2.25

Closing Date for registration 23.2.25

if you have any questions please direct them to Cassie.donald@nsw.scouts.com.au

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Rockclimbing Workshop CLB25A Level 1 (Basic) – Theory Night
2025-03-11 07:30 - 21:30 | Barra Brui Activity Hall, Barra Brui Scout Hall, Hunter St, St Ives, NSW, 2075, Australia
Theory Night and information for – Rock Climbing Weekend. Attending this workshop provides training for Safe Participant, Trained Participant, Assistant Guide and Guide along with the ability for youth members to achieve you Stage 4 Climbing OAS under Vertical (Youth Program). The course is suitable for Venturers, Rovers, and Leaders.The theory night 1 is held at Barra Brui Scout Hall and theory night 2 at a Climbing Gym. It includes a mix of theory presentations and practical components covering personal equipment, rope skills, climbing techniques, environmental protection of climbing, logistics, risks and minor emergencies.

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Garigal Venturers Abseil Evening (Staff)
2025-03-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Belrose Scout Hall
Another opportunity to help out. Staff registration details below.

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Garigal Seeonee
2025-03-12 20:00 - 21:30 | NSW

Benowie - Future Ready: Inspiring Leaders to Think and Look Wide 2025 (A course for Sydney North Venturers)
2025-03-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Middle Harbour Scout Hall, 2D Carlyle Road, East Lindfield
(This course, including online work and the in-person session, is equivalent to a two-day course.)

Looking to level up your leadership skills? Future Ready: Inspiring Leaders to Think and Look Wide is a hands-on, immersive leadership course designed for Venturers. This one-day experience challenges young leaders to develop trust, teamwork, resilience, and vision while starting to work towards the Certificate II in Active Volunteering. Inspired by Dr Ken Dovey’s leadership principles and Simon Sinek’s Start with Why, this course is perfect for Venturers working towards Milestone 3 and their Peak Award. Through engaging activities, real-world scenarios, and structured reflection, you’ll walk away with the confidence and skills to lead with purpose and impact. Ready to lead? Sign up today!

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Cub Scout Environment Activity Day
2025-03-15 09:00 - 16:00 | 1st Collaroy Plateau Scout Hall, Goodwin Street, Narrabeen, NSW, 2101, Australia
This is a day activity, based on the natural environment. The Cub Scouts who participate will gain a SIA Environment Badge through a range of hand on activities, including streamwatch. Only Cubs who are with Leaders should attend

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Water Bugs Morning Activity Day
2025-03-16 09:30 - 11:45 | 1st Collaroy Plateau Scout Hall, Goodwin Street, Narrabeen, NSW, 2101, Australia
This is a morning activity, based on the natural environment. The Joey, Cub Scouts and Scouts will be learning about the water environment of Narrabeen Lagoon through Bug Watch by catching waterbugs and collecting data on the animals in the lagoon.

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