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In the News (Wed 23 Dec 09)

  
  Scout Centres / Around the world / Home - World Organization of the Scout Movement
Kandersteg International Scout Centre began in 1923 with Lord Robert Baden-Powell, who, after the first World Scout Jamboree had a dream about a place where all Scouts from all over the world could meet.
The Cairo International Scout Centre welcomes all Scouts, non-scout organisations and individual guests.
It is located 15 minutes from Cairo International Airport and 20 minutes from downtown and has full access to private and public transportation.
www.scout.org /en/around_the_world/scout_centres   (205 words)

  
  Kandersteg International Scout Centre - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Kandersteg International Scout Centre (KISC) is an international Scout centre in Kandersteg, Switzerland and is the only world centre of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM).
The Centre, which occupies 17 hectares of land, is open to Scouts all year round, as well as to non-Scouts for most of the year.
Scouting was founded in 1907 and in the first 15 years it grew very rapidly.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kandersteg_International_Scout_Centre   (1571 words)

  
 18th GT(N) Online > Printer Friendly Page
Kandersteg International Scout Centre is the only world centre of the World Organization of the Scout Movement.
The Centre occupies 17 hectares of wooded ground at the southern end of the village, and is open to both groups and individuals, Scouts and non-Scouts, throughout the year.
The Centre organises a varied programme of activities throughout the year, including Ski Weeks, Spring and Autumn Activity Weekends, Crafts, Hiking and Climbing, and, in July and August, a weekly programme of activities on and off site, based on the Centre's main themes of International Friendship, Alpine High Adventure and the Environment.
www.18gtn-scout.org /scouts/print_world_centre.html   (559 words)

  
 Scouting Ireland dot Com: Kandersteg International Scout Centre
Kandersteg International Scout Centre is located high in the Swiss Alpes and has an excellent and wide range of activities.
Kandersteg has to be the best camp I was ever on.
I was there as a scout in 1996 and went back last year (2002); as a venture leader.
www.scoutingireland.com /discus/messages/149/200.html?1038268219   (289 words)

  
 Scouting Magazine - September 1998
An international Scout staff is represented by the uniforms of Germany, Ireland, England, U.S.A., France, Libya, and Japan.
Not familiar with Swiss German, the prevailing language in the Kandersteg area, I was pleased that English was the "official" KISC language.
All Scouts and Scouters (in a group or as an individual) from all Scout organizations in the world are eligible to attend.
www.scoutingmagazine.org /issues/9809/a-kand.html   (1588 words)

  
 Scouting Magazine - March-April 2002
In 1921, the Chief Scout of Switzerland, Walter von Bonstetten, wrote to Baden-Powell suggesting that an abandoned chalet in Switzerland could be turned into such a facility.
The International Scout Centre at Kandersteg was born.
Kandersteg is located about one hour's drive south of Bern and is reachable via highway from most places in Europe.
www.scoutingmagazine.org /issues/0203/a-perm.html   (813 words)

  
 Scouts in Ireland, Scouting Ireland, scouts.ie - International
The role of the International Commissioner and the team is to look after all aspects of International Scouting for Scouting Ireland.
The international team are always on hand to advise and assist scouts travelling to and from Ireland or to answer any queries you may have in relation to world scouting.
Kandersteg International Scout Centre is the only world centre of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM).
www.scouts.ie /international   (1842 words)

  
 Welcome to Kandersteg International Scout Centre!
Kandersteg International Scout Centre is a world centre of the World Organisation of the Scout Movement (WOSM).
The Centre began in 1923 with Lord Robert Baden-Powell, who, after the first World Scout Jamboree, had a dream about a place where all Scouts from all over the world could meet.
His dream came true and now YOU have the opportunity to visit Kandersteg International Scout Centre and live YOUR Dream!
www.kisc.ch /?tkw=   (109 words)

  
 Walter de Bonstetten - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
de Bonstetten served on the World Scout Committee of the World Organization of the Scout Movement from 1927 until 1947.
He was awarded the Bronze Wolf, the only distinction of the World Organization of the Scout Movement, awarded by the World Scout Committee for exceptional services to world Scouting, in 1937.
He served as Chief Scout of Switzerland during the 1920's where he founded the "Scouts International Home" Association in 1923 later to be know as Kandersteg International Scout Centre.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Walter_de_Bonstetten   (140 words)

  
 Kandersteg 2002 - Ormskirk District Scouts
Rufford Scout Group are planning to go to Kandersteg in August 2002 (6 adults and 28 Scouts) and want information from groups that have been there regarding the best activities to go on.
We will have Scouts from the ages of 10.5yrs to 15.5yrs and so are looking for a mix of activities/visits etc. that can be done.
Kandersteg International Scout Centre is the only world centre of the World Organisation of the Scout Movement.
www.ormskirkscouts.org.uk /page.php?idno=A95   (119 words)

  
 Print   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Kandersteg International Scout Centre is situated at 1’200 m above sea level in a Swiss Alpine village.
A full time professional Director, together with an international voluntary team of up to 65 staff has the responsibility for the smooth operation of the Centre.
Kandersteg International Scout Centre is calling for a young, motivated manager to fill the position of:
www.spejdernet.dk /Layouts/Print.aspx?path={F7671F9D-B4C1-4CDE-8126-778AEAC88A94}   (198 words)

  
 Centres Scouts / Autour du Monde / Accueil - World Organization of the Scout Movement
Centres Scouts / Autour du Monde / Accueil - World Organization of the Scout Movement
Accueil > Autour du Monde > Centres Scouts
Au centre International des Scouts au Caire les Scouts et les Guides, les Eclaireurs et Eclaireuses, leurs familles et leurs amis, aussi les autresorganisations et les hotes prives sont les bienvenus.
www.scout.org /fr/around_the_world/scout_centres   (246 words)

  
 Eurofax approved language versions
The deadline for applications to be received at Kandersteg International Scout Centre is 30 September 1998 (N.B.: 31 August was incorrectly indicated as the closing date in the July EuroPak.) This deadline must be adhered to as it takes considerable time to enter the all data and prepare the booklet for printing.
Centres interested in hosting a participant in this programme must already possess an established staffing programme and be able to cope with hosting foreign Scouts for a period of at least 6 weeks.
The European Scout Office is seeking to recruit an Assistant Director of Public Relations, to assist the Director of Public Relations in his work, particularly in terms of communication and relations in connection with The Peace Cruise.
www.scoutnet.org /eurofax/en/71.htm   (1325 words)

  
 [No title]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
The Scout section, which is currently aimed at 10½ to 15½ year olds and registered at Group level, will now be aimed at 10½ to 14 year olds.
Explorer Scouts will be aged between 14 and 18 yrs of age, and will be registered at District level, although the Units themselves will be run by selected Groups within the District.
Firstly, members of the Scout section over the age of 13½ are able to where the new Explorer Uniform as opposed to the new Scout Uniform.
members.lycos.co.uk /thirddavyhulme2/general/unit.htm   (390 words)

  
 Eurofax approved language versions
The aim of the European Scout and Guide Managers' Conference is to strengthen and develop co-operation among Scout and Guide Centres and to facilitate strong working relations between the staff of those Centres.
Scouts and Guides also presented major projects in the area of "Being Active Citizens", promoting legality as opposed to criminality, working in the field of crime prevention amongst disadvantaged youth who might otherwise be tempted to engage in illegal activities.
If Scout camps are taking place abroad, don't forget to contact your International Commissioner for information on the rules and legislation regarding Scout activities in the countries you will be visiting.
www.scoutnet.org /eurofax/en/102.htm   (1087 words)

  
 NW Scouters' Club: Minutes: May 7, 2002
Kandersteg International Scout Centre is an international gathering place for Scouts, the Permanent Mini-Jamboree, located 65 km south of Bern in Switzerland.
The program is based on the themes of international friendship, the environment, and alpine high adventure.
Members of Scouting aged 18 or older can be part of the volunteer staff.
morland.ca /NW_Scouters_Club/Minutes.php?date_meeting=2002-05-07   (703 words)

  
 ScoutBase UK: Programme Support - International - Kandersteg
Kandersteg is easily reached by road and rail and provides an excellent base for sightseeing or exploring the Alps.
The Centre is situated at 1200 metres above sea level approximately 40 miles south of Bern.
The Centre is at the southern end of the small, traditional village of Kandersteg and is open both to groups and individuals, Scouts and non-Scouts, throughout the year.
www.scoutbase.org.uk /ps/inter/going/kandersteg/index.htm   (225 words)

  
 Over the Alps on the Lötschepass - ScoutDocs
Next to international friendship, the biggest draw of Kandersteg International Scout Centre is the mountains.
The Scout Centre is located 1185 metres about sea level and in surrounded on all sides by the the Swiss Alps.
By the end of the summer, it would be a familiar route for the program staff who lead hikes for the thousands of Scouts who come seeking high adventure in Kandersteg.
scoutdocs.ca /Documents/Journal-Lotschepass.php   (894 words)

  
 Central Region, BSA
The Kandersteg International Scout Centre serves as the permanent "mini-jamboree" for the World Organizations of the Scout Movement (the global secretariat of Scouting).
The facility is composed of an entirely international staff and welcomes Scouts from throughout the world to it's facilities.
Since the centre is open all year, a crew could come during the summer, hike in the Swiss Alps, go orienteering, rock climb, go river rafting, mountain biking, stone carving, swimming, camp at the campsite, or stay in an Alpine hut.
www.crventuring.org /fulltext.php?id=48   (229 words)

  
 International Scout Camps - SCOUTER NetCompass SCOUTER Interactive - Your Guide to Scout Out the Net! SCOUTER Magazine ...
Founded in 1963, scouts from all over the Midwestern United States are water-taxied from Hartley Bay Marina in CANADA to the camp and outfitted for a week of canoeing.
Scouts and guides aged 14 to 18 years and their chiefs are welcome to join us.
This Scout Association camp is "...situated on the edge of the picturesque Epping Forest, yet is within easy travelling distance of the sights of London.
www.scouter.com /compass/Where_To_Go/International_Scout_Camps   (1080 words)

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