Get ready for a season of water adventures!
The Water Team is looking forward to a busy and exciting programme of activities this spring, summer and into early autumn, with a wide range of water-based events for adults and young people across North Yorkshire Scouts. With the booking system now live, now is a great time to take a look at what’s coming up and start planning.
Click to view all of our events!
The programme kicks off in April with two free Network and Adult Open Days on 18 and 19 April. These “Come and Play” sessions are a relaxed opportunity for adults to get out on the water, have a go at paddling or sailing and find out more about what Ellerton has to offer. No previous experience is needed, and the sessions are designed to be welcoming and informal.
Book on the free 18 April Network and Adult open day
Book on the 19 April Network and Adult open day
For Scouts and older, there are Water Skills Days on 25 April, 9 May and 10 May, focusing on paddle sports and sailing. These full-day sessions are ideal for building confidence, developing practical skills and enjoying a full day on the water. Adults can also take part in a Bellboat Helm Course on 10 May, designed to support those who want to help deliver bell boating sessions.
Book on the Water Skills Day 25 April – 10 May
Book on the Bellboat Helm Course 10 May
Those who want to develop their sailing skills further can book onto the Evening Sailing Training Course, which begins on 11 May and runs across eight evening sessions through to early July. This course allows skills to be built gradually over time, supported by experienced instructors. Alongside this, there is a Paddle Skills Day on 16 May, offering the chance to work towards Scout and NGB badges, followed by a Paddle Sport Safety and Rescue course on 17 May for Explorers and older.
Book Your Evening Sailing Training Course from the 11 May to early June
Book on the Paddle Skills Day 16 May
Book on the Paddle Sport Safety and Rescue Course 17 May
Younger sections are well catered for too. June and July include Squirrel and Parent Half Days on 13 June and 5 July, and Beaver and Parent Days on 14 June and 4 July. These sessions are a great introduction to water activities, allowing young people to enjoy the water alongside a parent or carer in a safe and supportive environment.
Book the Squirrel and Parent Half Day 13 June
Book the Squirrel and Parent Half Day 5 July
There are also dedicated adventure days planned, including Cub Splash-tastic Water Adventure Days on 27 June and 12 July, and Scouts Splash-tastic Water Adventure Days on 28 June and 11 July. These are high-energy days designed to give young people a fun, memorable experience on the water.
Book Cub Splash-tastic Water Adventure Day 27 June
Book Cub Splash-tastic Water Adventure Day 12 July
Evening Bell Boating sessions run throughout the season, from mid-June into July, and are open to Beavers and older. These sessions are ideal for groups looking for a fun, inclusive activity that works well for a wide age range and encourages teamwork on the water.
Looking ahead to later in the year, the programme continues with a SUP and Paddle Skills Day on 12 September, a Cubs Multi-activity Adventure Day on 26 and 27 September, and a Paddle and Sail Skills Day on 10 and 11 October for Scouts and older.
Book SUP and Paddle Skills Day 12 September
Book Paddle and Sail Skills Day 10 October & 11 October
Those who want to develop their sailing skills further can book onto the Evening Sailing Training Course, which is one complete course made up of eight evening sessions, running from 11 May through to early July. All eight dates are booked together, allowing participants to build skills progressively over time with the same group and the support of experienced instructors. This structured approach is ideal for those looking to gain confidence and develop their sailing ability in a consistent and supportive environment.
Book Your Evening Sailing Training Course from the 11 May to early June
Whether you’re an adult keen to try something new, a young person looking to build skills or gain qualifications, or a volunteer planning an adventurous programme for your section, there is something in the Water Team calendar for everyone.
If you have any questions in the meantime, the Water Team will be happy to help.