SERVICE CREW
Join the Service Crew!!
The Hurdlestone Challenge thrives on the energy, commitment and teamwork of its young volunteers, and could not run without the Service Crew.
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What you’ll do as a Service Crew member?
you’ll be involved in a wide variety of tasks that keep the event running smoothly.
These may include:
Welcoming Scouts and Guides as they arrive
Helping pitch tents and organise camping areas
Keeping the campsite tidy, safe & secure
Assisting with setting up and striking the main event site
Helping make sure everyone on site is fed & can access hot water
Running the Hurdlestone Shop
Supporting car parking operations
Marshalling sections of the Challenge route or manning Challenge bases throughout the day on Saturday
And much more…
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How does it work?
Crew members are split into teams which form the basis for what jobs they will focus on throughout the weekend; led by an older Service Crew member as a Service Crew Manager, crew have their scheduled jobs, but will also be used for ad-hoc jobs around the campsite where necessary.
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What you’ll gain?
Being part of the Service Crew isn’t just volunteering. It’s a chance to:
Build confidence, teamwork and leadership skills
Gain important volunteering experience and time, that can be used towards various awards.
Spend time with old, or make new, friends from across Scouting and Girlguiding.
Play an active role in creating a memorable experience for hundreds of young people
Be part of the teamwork, excitement and buzz that define the Hurdlestone Challenge.
Still experience the Hurdlestone Challenge Disco and atmosphere!
You’ll finish the weekend tired, proud and having achieved something bigger than yourself.
How do I become a Service Crew Manager?
The Hurdlestone Challenge organisers select these people from your requests and nominations. Unit leaders can nominate suitable candidates with a minimum age of 16, using the ‘Unique spreadsheet’.
If selected, they will be contacted before the event. Candidates must be prepared to organise their teams and take on various duties.
Please think carefully before you nominate a Service Crew member for one of these roles. Individuals may not be known to Committee members and therefore they’re appointed based on your nomination.
What happens if you arrive before your leader?
Service Crew members who arrive before their leader, must have their copy of the top half of the original Hurdlestone consent and health form and you need to bring their original form with you when you register.
Things you will need to know over the weekend.
Please ensure you have a charged mobile phone on your person at all times, so that you
are contactable during the event (which has the app What3Words preinstalled). There will
be charging points on site, but you will also need a portable charger with you.
COST:
£43 FULL
£20 DEPOSIT
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Who can join?
The Service Crew is open to:
Young people aged 14 to 17 (inclusive) at the time of the Challenge that are either:
An Explorer Scout or Young Leader in Scouting
A Ranger or Young Leader in Girlguiding (Rangers aged 18 may also join, as long as they do not hold a leadership role
You do not need to attend with your Troop or Unit. You’re welcome to join as an individual, and you’ll be fully supported throughout the weekend.
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When you need to be there?
Service Crew members can arrive from Thursday, with a latest required arrival time of 4.00pm on the Friday of the Challenge.
Duties continue until the site is fully cleared on Sunday. Service Crew members normally finish at around 6.00pm, once the field has been returned to its original condition.
If you cannot arrive by 4.00pm on Friday or need to leave before 6.00pm on Sunday, please contact the Committee in advance so arrangements can be made.
What is my role as a Service Crew manager?
Service crew managers lead a team of service crew members in vital task to make the challenge and event happen. You manage your team in your set area of challenge and work along side the committee members and campsite crew.
Service Crew members are assigned teams with managers and assistants. If a Service Crew members is selected as a manager or assistant they will be contacted before the event. Candidates must be prepared to organise their teams and take on various duties.
Can I drink alcohol or take drugs when I'm at Hurdlsetone?
No, Hurdlestone is an alcohol and drug free event.
