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District Resources

In Sheaf District we have a number of resources available to groups to help enrich the program our leaders work to produce, full details of these resources are below! Use the buttons below to navigate easily to a section of this page.

Air Rifle Shooting

Air rifle shooting is a great introduction to the sport of shooting. It’s the obvious next step for anyone who’s tried laser games or paintballing. It gives people a chance to learn the basics of safe gun handling, as well as the art of shooting straight.

All our equipment is brand new and can be set up at Helmton Hall, your hut or external event.

A permission form is required for everyone trying this activitiy, even adults and Leaders.

PERMISSION FORMS
Under 18’s
Adults

KIT AVAILABLE

– 6 x.177 break barrel air rifles
– 4 targets and pellet catchers
– Paper targets
– Safety backdrop netting and supporting structure
– Gun bags
– Sandbags (to help steady the rifle)
– Full safety equipment

PERMITS REQUIRED

Woodseats Explorers leaders have National and Scouting permits/qualifications to run the activity, with the District equipment.

If this is self-led, see here for full details. Permits will be checked against Compass before the hire period.

Equipment Kept @: Helmton Road

Contact: robert.batley@gmail.com

Archery

Archery’s all about using a bow to propel an arrow through the air. They’ll have to keep an eye on the target as you pull back the arrow then release.

We can even mix it up a little with challenges and games to keep it interesting.

All our equipment is brand new and can be set up at Helmton Hall, your hut or external event.

KIT AVAILABLE

– 58”, 66” & 70” bows, in RH and LH (suitable for Cubs to Explorers)
– Aluminium arrows of suitable for all sizes
– Safety backdrop netting and supporting structure
– 4 target bosses
– Full safety equipment

PERMITS REQUIRED

Woodseats Explorers leaders have National qualifications, endorsed by The Scouts, to run the activity, with the District equipment.

If this is self-led, see here for full details. Permits will be checked against Compass before the hire period.

Equipment Kept @: Helmton Road

Contact: robert.batley@gmail.com

Basic Bouldering

Bouldering’s all about climbing small rock formations without using ropes.

The short routes (or ‘problems’) aren’t high – climbers move horizontally from one end to another, rather than trying to reach the sky. You don’t need to know anything about knots to enjoy bouldering.

This is a small indoor wall, best for Beavers and Cubs.

KIT AVAILABLE

– Indoor bouldering wall
– Varying difficulty routes
– Crash mats

PERMITS REQUIRED

None, but requires adequate supervision from own Leaders.

Equipment Kept @: Helmton Road

Contact: robert.batley@gmail.com

Helmton Hall

Helmton Hall is available at heavily discounted hire rates to all groups within Sheaf District.

Within Helmton Hall, we have a basic bouldering wall, pool table, dart board and a large hall you can use for just about anything – we can even set you up with a big screen and speakers for your next film night!

Please contact The District team if you are wanting to use the space for your next scout event, or members social evening.

Kayaking

A great summertime activity, getting your young members out on the water. We start with basic skills, and build confidence with a few games.

Evenings are tailor-suited to age ranges, experience and time of year to make sure everyone has a fantastic time. Beginner locations are all within a 10-minute drive from Woodseats, Sheffield. Wanting to paddle a little further, not a problem, get in touch!

KIT AVAILABLE

– 12 Dagger Redline and Infrared Kayaks
– Kayak Trailer, with kit box
– Buoyancy Aids (from Kids S to Adult L)
– Helmets
– Paddles
– Spraydecks

PERMITS REQUIRED

Woodseats Explorers Leaders have B1 permits and are available to run your event.

If self-led, the permit required depends on the class of water.

Click here for full details. Permits will be checked against Compass before the hire period.

Equipment Kept @: tbc

Contact: robert.batley@gmail.com

Small Resources

The District is no different to a scout group, over many years we have accumulated lots of ‘things’. These range from Slack lines to wheels for pioneering projects, or maybe you’re after some pugil sticks?

What we’re trying to say is, if you think there’s something we might have, drop the District team an e-mail. If we don’t have it (and there’s enough demand for it) we’ll look at buying one, or obtaining the funding to buy one! We won’t make any promises, but the District is there to support you, and we believe central resources are at the heart of that.

Sheffield Sheaf Scouts

Sheffield Sheaf Scouts

#SkillsForLife

District Resources

In Sheaf District we have a number of resources available to groups to help enrich the program our leaders work to produce, full details of these resources are below! Use the buttons below to navigate easily to a section of this page.