Lincoln Network Scouts Enjoy Successful ‘Lincoln 24’ Event After Months of Planning
Author: Richard Harvey
Published: April 4, 2016
The event, planned by Network Scouts, saw participants stay awake for 24 hours, completing a range of teambuilding activities.
Based on the idea of Gilwell 24 – an annual event at Scout Headquarters in Essex - members of City of Lincoln District Network (CoLDNET) have spent months working together tirelessly to make their vision of Lincoln 24 a reality.
Network Scouts - aged between 18 and 25 years - are encouraged to run projects, such as event planning, in three key areas: Adventure, Community and International. The projects aim to help them develop as individuals as well as being rewarding and enjoyable and have a lasting impact on local Scouting.
Based on the idea of Gilwell 24 – an annual event at Scout Headquarters in Essex - members of City of Lincoln District Network (CoLDNET) have spent months working together tirelessly to make their vision of Lincoln 24 a reality.
Network Scouts - aged between 18 and 25 years - are encouraged to run projects, such as event planning, in three key areas: Adventure, Community and International. The projects aim to help them develop as individuals as well as being rewarding and enjoyable and have a lasting impact on local Scouting.
Members of CoLDNET have been working as a team for the past eight months planning the Lincoln 24 event which took place at Altham Terrace campsite last weekend; participants took part in a range of exciting opportunities, including kayaking, archery, caving, and survival skills.
All participants successfully managed to stay awake for the 24 hours (although some of the Leaders had to take a nap!), and everyone involved enjoyed the weekend which also aimed to strengthen links between Network, and Scouts and Explorers.
Lincoln District Scout Network Commissioner, David Thompson said:
“This is the first project that CoLDNET have planned and it turned out to be a great success.
“I am extremely proud of the entire planning team and they should be delighted with their achievements.
“The weekend was supported by an excellent team of Leaders who also deserve thanks for the success of the weekend."
Cas Potterton, an Explorer Scout who attended the event, enjoyed it so much that he went on Lincoln based radio station, Siren FM to share his experience with listeners.
“This is the first project that CoLDNET have planned and it turned out to be a great success.
“I am extremely proud of the entire planning team and they should be delighted with their achievements.
“The weekend was supported by an excellent team of Leaders who also deserve thanks for the success of the weekend."
Cas Potterton, an Explorer Scout who attended the event, enjoyed it so much that he went on Lincoln based radio station, Siren FM to share his experience with listeners.

Adam Jacklin will be stepping down from his role as District Lead Volunteer for Sleaford District on 4 November 2025. As Adam prepares to step down as District Lead Volunteer for Sleaford this November, I would like to take the opportunity to offer my thanks for the energy, dedication, and leadership he has brought to the role. Adam has been a driving force behind many positive developments within the District, always bringing a thoughtful and steady approach to everything he does. Throughout his term, Adam has consistently put young people at the centre of our work. His collaborative style has helped build strong teams and foster a real sense of community among our volunteers. Whether supporting events, shaping strategy, or mentoring others, Adam has been generous with his time and tireless in his commitment to the values of Scouting. While Adam is stepping back from the DLV role, I know his involvement with the District and County will continue. I look forward to seeing the next chapter of his Scouting journey and extend our warmest thanks for the significant contribution he has made over the years. We are looking a new District Lead Volunteer roles for Sleaford District. As a result we are now recruiting for its next inspirational volunteer (or team of volunteers) to lead Sleaford District. Please click to download the pack which contains detailed information about the role as well as 2 application forms which volunteers can use to either express their interest in the role or to nominate someone else for consideration. We would love to hear from you if you would like to apply or if you would like to find out more information about the role. The deadline for all applications is 1 July 2025. Interviews will be held in July. Please contact malcolm.moore@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk or howard.nelson@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk if you have any questions. The application form and more information about the role is enclosed here . Applications should be sent to malcolm.moore@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk Deadline for Applications: 23:59 1 July 2025
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