Big Man in the Woods

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

⚜️ What’s something you hated as a Scout… but love as a Leader? ⚜️

Let’s keep it Scout-appropriate in the comments 👍

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

🔥 Scout Leader finds in Lidl’s middle aisle!

• Fire Pit for late-night tales 🌕
• Cast Iron Griddle = Campfire Pancakes or midnight kebabs 🥞🌯

Now just waiting on those Icelandic Patrol Tents, Lidl… ⛺😉

#ScoutCamp #LidlFinds #BigManInTheWoods #CampfireGear

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

🚨 Spotted in @LidlGB legendary middle aisle:
🛶 2-person kayak
🍕 BBQ pizza oven
🎣 Badge bag disguised as fishing gear
🧑‍🚒 Head torches in Lidl colours
🔥 Gas stove/lamp

Walked in for bananas. Left ready to run a Scout camp.
Still waiting on woggles and Icelandic tents!!

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

Scout Leaders, what’s on the programme this week? Big adventures or small wins—I want to hear it! 👇💬

For my Scouts,The next 3 weeks are all about getting on the water and learning to kayak. Confidence, teamwork, and probably a few soggy socks along the way!
🛶🛶🛶🛶🛶

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

Scout Leaders—what’s the one game your Scouts always beg to play?

Mine? Table Football (the chaotic team version with tables as goals!) ⚽
No human foosball here… yet! 😅

Drop your Scout faves below—vlog inspo incoming! 🎥🔥

#ScoutingFun #ScoutLeaders #BigManInTheWoods

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

Hey Scout Leaders! 🌟 Remember when the @scoutstore1917 teamed up with @HeinzUK for those iconic bean badges?

Well, I’ve got a brew-tiful idea! ☕️ How awesome would it be to see a special edition badge range with @YorkshireTea ? Let’s raise a cuppa to creativity!

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

Has anyone watched Scouts The Musical this week?

[Gigglemug @TheGigglemug]

That feeling when your first show of the day is SOLD OUT! 🙌 There are only a handful of tickets left for our final show in Birmingham @crescenttheatre tonight so snap ‘em up before they go! 🤝 AND check out the reaction from last night’s sold out crowd!😍 https://t.co/5LsLfnJtJf

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

Who’s going to see Scouts the Musical?

[Gigglemug @TheGigglemug]

Rehearsals DONE ✅ Scouts! The Musical opens on TUESDAY so get your 🎟️ NOW to catch this bunch of absolute legends in action! 🤩🏕️ TICKETS: https://t.co/5LsLfnIVTH

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

Just released a new YouTube Short! 😂 Ever had “one of those scouts” who’s super clumsy? Check it out and share your stories! 👉 https://t.co/Y6RSgQLyKv

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

🔥✨ “I’m excited to share one of my all-time favorite tools for teaching fire lighting!

Whether you’re a young adventurer or a curious adult, this tool makes the learning process fun and effective.

What’s your go-to tool for practical skills? Share your favorites below!

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

🌲🏕️ Do you teach your scouts about camping etiquette? It’s key for a great outdoor experience! Check out my blog for essential tips on being a good camper!

👉 [Read more here](https://t.co/y9hULGuSzw)

#CampingEtiquette #Scouts #OutdoorAdventures @scouts @GLMWScouts

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

Scout Leaders say goodbye to sewing disasters! 🪡✨

Check out my no-sew hack for displaying your camp blanket badges—no glue, no iron-ons, just an easy, game-changing solution.

Perfect for Scout Leaders & Scouts! Watch now: https://t.co/aZJSE5JWrJ 🔥⚜️

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

An unforgettable weekend at Pacaar Scout Camp! ⚜️ Led Fire Lighting & Knife/Axe/Saw skills, exchanged knowledge, and showcased the Inferior Fire Striker—a game-changer for Scout Leaders. Big thanks to Scott, Liam & Richard for making it amazing! 🙌🔥 #Scouting #Skills"

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

@DuncanMcDowall Haha 1st explorer out of bed before 12pm lol

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

*Wrong Answers Only*

Let’s have some fun! Can you guess which Explorer Activity Badge this is?

But here’s the twist: only comment wrong answers! Think outside the box and let your imagination run wild. The more ridiculous, the better!

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

Are Scouts Still Bag packing for Fundraising?

https://t.co/2ZbGAHLbLQ

#scouts #ukscouts #scoutleader #lifeofascoutleader #BMITW #Scouting #LondonScoutLeader #BigManinTheWoods

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

BREAKING NEWS: The New UK Chief Scout has been confirmed!

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

🌟 Check out these awesome Canadian Scout Blanket Badges! 😍 I’m loving the simple design and colours on these badges.

Drop a comment below and let me know what you think! 💬👇

#CanadianScoutBadges #SimpleYetStylish #CommentBelow

[Scouts @scouts]

Find out what happened when fitness and travel blogger, Zanna van Dijk, joined Scouts for a hike along the Thames for #OutdoorIn24 https://t.co/MRaG66z2vg

[Big Man in the Woods @MeMarkYates]

What is The most memorable sound/smell that reminds you of Scouting?