Backwoods Leader
Be the spark that lights the fire of adventure!
Are you passionate about the wild, the woods, and the wonderful world of outdoor skills? Do you love the smell of campfire smoke and the sound of young people discovering nature? Then this is the role for you!
As Backwoods Team Leader for WINGS 2026, you’ll lead a brilliant crew of volunteers to create an unforgettable outdoor adventure experience for thousands of Scouts and Guides aged 10–17. You’ll be part of the Programme Team, helping shape and deliver a high-energy programme that could include anything from pioneering and survival skills to bushcraft and nature trails.
Your mission:
- Build and lead a team of passionate adults to deliver backwoods programme activities
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Design and define a fun, hands-on Backwoods activity zone
- Ensure the programme is big, bold and scalable – we’re talking 500+ participants at a time!
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Run everything to the appropriate safety and safeguarding standards
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Work with other programme areas to keep the energy high and the experience unforgettable