Scouts NSW - The Golden West Region
TGW- Leader Development
Event information
TRANSPORT & CONTACT DETAILS
Method of transport to and from the activity
Participants are to provide their own transport to and from this event and to and from offsite activities.
Contact details
(Please contact the Emergency Contact if you feel the participant is overdue from returning from the activity)
Activity Coordinator
Name: Jamie Mackenzie
Phone: 0409 157 955
Emergency Contact
Name: Peter Calder
Phone: 0419 424 104
PARTICIPATION
This activity involves both male and female youth members: No
Both male and female leaders will be present: Yes
ACTIVITY DETAILS
Activity overview
TGW leaders are invited to take part in the activity of their choice:
- Pioneering
- Canoeing
- Kayaking
- Bushwalking
- Abseiling
- Water rescues
This weekend is a chance to gather evidence and experience in your chosen activity. You can use it alongside the relevant workbooks to work towards qualifications through SAIT.
The weekend also includes networking with other leaders and time to develop the 2027 region calendar.
Please advise in your response if you will be camping or reserving a spot in the bunk house and if you require accomodation on the Friday evening.
Activity cost
$45.00 per person, this is for catering, equipment and resources for the camp.
ENVIRONMENT & FACILITIES
Description of site and facilities
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Facilities within the Lake Canobolas reserve include public toilets, they are located some distance away from the activity base.
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The reserve features a variety of native vegetation and wildlife, including snakes.
- Facilities at Camp Canobolas include a commercial kitchen, dining area, toilets, showers, spaces for camping, and a bunk house. Disabled access is available to the buildings that will be in use during the event.
SUPERVISION & ATTENDANCE
Who may attend (youth/adults)
This is an event for leaders, rovers, fellowship and any adult helper who is considering becoming a leader.
Adult screening requirements
Any adult who is attending must be a current registered member of Scouts NSW and must hold a current WWCC, Police Check and have completed the mandatory on-line training
HEALTH, SAFETY & HYGIENE
Health expectations (e.g. illness exclusions)
Participants should not attend if they are unwell or showing symptoms of illness.
Participants may be sent home if they become unwell during the event.
BEHAVIOUR & PARTICIPATION EXPECTATIONS
Behaviour standards
All participants are expected to behave responsibly and respectfully at all times, in accordance with the Scouts Code of Conduct, the Scout Promise and Law, and relevant federal and state laws.
Participants may be sent home in the case of non-compliance with the expected standards of behavior.
EQUIPMENT & CLOTHING
Participants must bring
You may be required to bring specialised equipment for your chosen activity, your activity leader will be in contact regarding requirements.
Please refer to the attached packing list.
Responsibility for personal items is the sole responsibility of the participant and/or their parent/guardian. Under no circumstances will Leaders be responsible for safe keeping, loss or damage to items.
WITHDRAWAL & REFUND POLICY
Refund conditions
Refuds will be given, less the processing fee if withdrawal is notified in writing to nicole.mackenzie@nsw.scouts.com.au before the closing date of 13/11/2026.
Non-refundable circumstances
No refunds will be given for withdrawal after the closing date of 13/11/2026.
Please advise the activity co-ordinator if you are unable to attend on the day, if you are aware of this before the event day, please withdraw from this event by using the withdraw feature.