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We've launched #DreamBigAtHome!
Our new lockdown website has hundreds of activities and games to do at home, weekly challenges to try and a regular programme of live workshops and events online, as well as information on how our groups can operate during the COVID-19 outbreak.
#DreamBigAtHome film
Tuesday, 26 May 2020
The #DreamBigAtHome team have launched a short film highlighting how Woodcraft Folk play, make, discover and share together - even virtually.
Upcoming Online Programme
Tuesday, 26 May 2020
So far we have enjoyed a wide variety of online sessions with participants ranging from Cardiff to Edinburgh to Exeter of all ages.
Last weekend we enjoyed the #BigCampIN where many camped in their gardens, living rooms, kitchens and balconies and joined live sessions based on activities we would usually take part in at a 'real' camp.
In the coming months around our usual national online programme we will have themed weeks and weekends where we will have focused activities. The upcoming monthly themes are:
#BigCampIn a success
Tuesday, 26 May 2020
Weary eyed and back at our desks we reflect on a success #BigCampIn!
Children, young people and families from across the Uk joined in #BigCampIn activities with many building dens to sleep in on Friday and Saturday night. Eggy Bread was prepared and demonstrated by Andy Flinn of Bromley District, wide games played, craft activities, a quiz and a merrymoot - all the essential ingredients of a Woodcraft Folk camp without any mud or equipment to dry/clean!
#DreamBigAtHome team
Friday, 22 May 2020
Over 3,000 visitors have visited the #DreamBigAtHome webiste since its launch on May 7th and we are pleased to announce an increase in the number of children and young people taking part in our remote and virtual programme, including those new to the Folk.
Fundraising support
Friday, 22 May 2020
Folk Office recognise that these uncertain times will created added stresses and pressures impacting on the sustainability of local groups. Whilst most groups and Districts have not lost money, they have all lost income during the period of closure. To support the financial sustainability of local groups the following support will be provided:
Supporters webinar
Friday, 22 May 2020
Woodcraft Folk's Chair, Pip Sayers, and Woodcraft Folk's Director of Development, Debs McCahon, would like to invite all members and supporters to a special webinar on Friday June 5th at 5pm.
As we are not able to meet at Woodcraft Folk’s Annual Gathering, which should have taken place at the Common Ground Pre-Camp supporters and members are invited to join us online to hear about how Woodcraft Folk is dealing with Covid-19 and our plans for the future as our work is more needed in our communities than ever.
During the webinar we would like to:
Membership Badge Competition 2021
Wednesday, 20 May 2020
Earlier this year we launched the competition to find next year’s membership badge design. Last year was a chance for groups to think about International friendship and this year in light of the current crisis we wanted our children & young people to think about how they've helped members of their local communities.
This years competition:
Lockdown exit strategy
Thursday, 14 May 2020
Like all organisations across the globe, Woodcraft Folk has begun to explore when groups might reopen.
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