SOWA Discovery Event

Name: SOWA Discovery Event
Start: 2025-11-28T19:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-11-30T15:00:00+00:00
Location: Clogwyn Scout Activity Centre

Schedule

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025 at 07:00 pm to Sun, 30 Nov, 2025 at 03:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Clogwyn Scout Activity Centre | Bangor, WA

Up for a challenge? If you want to earn your SOWA you need to attend a Discovery Workshop. Join us in beautiful North Wales.
About this Event

Are you ready to take on a challenge that could make a real difference? The Scouts of the World Award (SOWA) is an exciting opportunity for Network members (18-25) to develop skills, take action, create a lasting impact and complete one of Scouts’ top awards.

Join us for a SOWA Discovery Weekend at Clogwyn Scout Activity Centre in Bangor, North Wales, from 6th to 8th June. Across the weekend, you'll explore the award, develop essential skills, and start planning a project that supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

What to expect

Friday evening – Arrive when you can! We’ll kick things off with a warm welcome, fun icebreakers, and an introduction to the Scouts of the World Award, the SDGs, and why they matter.

Saturday – We will explore the core themes of Development, Environment, and Peace with some guest speakers. In the afternoon, you'll take part in practical skills sessions to help you run a successful project, including: project planning and management; problem-solving; decision-making; managing emotions; and conflict resolution.

Sunday – We will bring it all together by exploring some example projects, start developing your own project ideas, and leave with a plan to take the next steps towards your SOWA project.

Practical details

Location: Clogwyn Scout Activity Centre, Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales
Accommodation: Dormitory style bunk house.
Dates: 6th–8th June
Start time: Friday evening – arrive when you can
Finish time: Sunday early/mid-afternoon
You may want to avoid booking your trains for now until we confirm timings.

Catering

Friday - We'll have some nibbles and hot drinks but make sure you eat beforehand.

Saturday - All-inclusive catering, how fancy!

Sunday - Breakfast and a substantial lunch to keep you going.

What do I need to bring?

We're sure you don't need a full kit list but you will need a sleeping bag, pillow (or rolled-up hoodie!), toiletries, notebook and pen, water bottle, a waterproof (no comments about the typical summer weather here) and teddy!

Spaces are limited – book your place now and start your SOWA journey!