Michael (Mike) - 7th Woking

Following my selection as a reserve I didn't rate my chances of going to Thailand for the Jamboree very highly. However, when further places arose I jumped at the opportunity ... and the rest, as they say, is history.

As well as the obvious things like the amazing scenery and the once in a lifetime opportunity, I am really looking forward to meeting the people at the Jamboree and seeing what it is that makes it such a phenomenon. At the end of it all I hope that I can look back and see what an amazing journey it really was, from the selection, to the Jamboree itself.

A bit about me

I am currently studying for my GCSE's at Winston Churchill School, St. John's. When I am not studying or scouting then music and archery are my favourite ways to relax. I listen to a wide range of music, particularly rock and metal. As for the archery, I have been shooting for a number of years, sometimes it feels too long... but nevertheless I really enjoy it. Any free time I have left is usually spent with my mates, helping out within scouting, or online. 

I try and help out, and I would like to think that I am willing to try anything once. My target through scouting is to make a difference. 

My Scouting CV

Formerly a member of 1st Old Woking I am now a member of 7th Woking Scout Group

Cub Scout - 1994 to 1996 - Became a Sixer. Obtained my Cub Scout Award and took part in the 1995 Gangshow.

Scout - 1996 to 2001 - Became the Senior Patrol Leader. Obtained my Leadership Award, Platinum 2 Outdoors Award and Chief Scout Award.
Member of the 2000 District Lightweight Competition (with Dan) and the 2000 County Lightweight Competition winning teams.
Master at Arms instructor in archery.

Venture Scout - Recently joined the Unit, working towards my Venture Award.