2nd Abbotsford Sea Scouts

Scouting Equipment Upgrade

Scouting Equipment Upgrade

The project focuses on upgrading scouting equipment to strengthen community development by enhancing the safety, engagement, and inclusivity of Sea Scout activities. Providing modern, reliable gear empowers participants to build skills, foster social connections, and promote mental wellbeing. These improvements reduce participation barriers and support diverse outdoor and team-based experiences, helping to nurture a resilient, ...

GOAL

$4,500

Australia > NSW > Metro

Field of Interest

  • Community and economic development

Target Population

  • Young people (6-25)
  • Early years (0-5)
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2nd Abbotsford 'Port Neptune' Sea Scouts, a longstanding troop in Sydney, offers dynamic programs for boys and girls aged 5 to 26. Our Scouts engage in diverse activities, from camping and hiking to extreme challenges like abseiling and sailing. With a focus on water-based adventures, such as sailing and canoeing, we create an environment where youth build resilience, independence, and lasting friendships. Beyond outdoor pursuits, Scouts participate in performing arts, leadership development, community service, and international events. We welcome diversity, including children with special needs, and believe in making learning a fun, integral part of their journey toward becoming future leaders.

Project Summary

The project focuses on upgrading scouting equipment to strengthen community development by enhancing the safety, engagement, and inclusivity of Sea Scout activities. Providing modern, reliable gear empowers participants to build skills, foster social connections, and promote mental wellbeing.

These improvements reduce participation barriers and support diverse outdoor and team-based experiences, helping to nurture a resilient, connected, and thriving community through active youth involvement and shared growth opportunities.

Project Outcomes

The project will strengthen community development by increasing youth engagement, improving mental health and wellbeing, and fostering stronger social connections and resilience within the Sea Scout community.

How We Will Achieve It:
- Upgrade to modern, safe, and inclusive equipment to enhance participation.
- Provide skill-building and team-based activities using the new equipment.
- Create a supportive environment that encourages confidence and belonging.
- Engage community members and families to support ongoing involvement.
- Monitor progress through feedback, participation tracking, and wellbeing assessments.
- Provide open days to the wider community

Budget Breakdown

TOTAL BUDGET: $14,372
EXPENSES
Expense item Amount
Large porable first AID kit $300
Vinyl Cutter for crafting creating stickers marketing labelling etc etc $1,000
Hand Held CB Radio kits x 3 $1,677
Tunnel tents - Adaptable uses: used for dining fly/kitchen, patrol tents, storage, dry storage. can be used separately, or joined together end to end for large events like all section camp dining. Good for hot and wet weather areas $4,500
Arab tents $2,785
Sleeping bag liners - to give out when we are lending sleeping bags, so they dont get so gross. x 10 $500
Wooden poles for pioneering (round, not squared) $1,000
Misc others - e.g. flag holders, Tunnel tents, 5 x knives with sheaths and 5 x cutting boards in a transport box (To be packed as a kit for when preapring food for 20+ eg multi-section camps, or large cub camps) $2,610

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