Jake and Leader Rob meet up with Adam during his walk from Lands End to John O Groats. We met him as he was leaving England, crossing the Severn Bridge into Wales. After having a chat and taking some photos we kept Adam company as he crossed the bridge and left him as he ventured into Wales. Below is the press release we sent to the press.
Proud Scout father Adam Dawson has completed his epic walk across the United Kingdom, raising money for Scouts who are in hardship so that they can attend the World Scout Jamboree in Japan in 2015. Starting his walk on 24th March, Adam has pushed himself in taking on this challenge which has given him a great sense of personal achievement.
Not content with walking the full length of the United Kingdom, Adam detoured from the traditional route taking in England, Wales and Scotland’s highest peaks (Scafell Pike, Snowdon and Ben Nevis).
World Scout Jamborees, involving around 40,000 participants from 150 countries, are open to Scouts worldwide. They are a great way for young people to experience different cultures and form international friendships. The UK will be sending a contingent of selected Scouts to the next jamboree in Japan in 2015.
Adam is motivated by the positive impact that the jamborees have had on the young adult hood of his two children. With a competitive selection process, it is a real privilege to be chosen to go. Adam has raised £9000 for a Hardship fund offering bursaries for young people who are successful but cannot afford to go.
Jake Ellis, 15 year old from Watchet who is attending the Jamboree in Japan in 2015 said “It was fantastic to meet Adam as part of his walk and congratulate him personally. Scouting is all about fun, adventure and challenge, regardless of your financial circumstances. It’s great that he is raising money so that young people less fortunate than me can attend the jamboree and gain experiences that they otherwise wouldn’t be able to have without Scouting”.
Adam Dawson, 55 years old commented “I felt that this was the right time to give something back to Scouting after the organisation, particularly the Jamborees, have had such a positive impact on my children. It was fantastic to meet so many inspirational young people in Scouting on my journey. The money raised will enable less fortunate children who are selected to participate in the adventure, challenge and fun that the Jamborees offer. The entire walk has easily been one of the best things I have ever done, and has given me a phenomenal sense of achievement (and sore legs!)”.
Chief Scout Bear Grylls enthused, “I am so proud that Adam has successfully completed his mammoth walk to help and inspire others in Scouting. It is always humbling to see adults who go that extra mile to support young people.. The Jamborees provide an excellent start to their adult lives. The World Scout Jamboree provides young people with a unique experience that helps them step into their adult lives. Adam’s walk demonstrates how Scouting impacts communities and I congratulate him on completing his journey. What a hero!’
Not content with walking the full length of the United Kingdom, Adam detoured from the traditional route taking in England, Wales and Scotland’s highest peaks (Scafell Pike, Snowdon and Ben Nevis).
World Scout Jamborees, involving around 40,000 participants from 150 countries, are open to Scouts worldwide. They are a great way for young people to experience different cultures and form international friendships. The UK will be sending a contingent of selected Scouts to the next jamboree in Japan in 2015.
Adam is motivated by the positive impact that the jamborees have had on the young adult hood of his two children. With a competitive selection process, it is a real privilege to be chosen to go. Adam has raised £9000 for a Hardship fund offering bursaries for young people who are successful but cannot afford to go.
Jake Ellis, 15 year old from Watchet who is attending the Jamboree in Japan in 2015 said “It was fantastic to meet Adam as part of his walk and congratulate him personally. Scouting is all about fun, adventure and challenge, regardless of your financial circumstances. It’s great that he is raising money so that young people less fortunate than me can attend the jamboree and gain experiences that they otherwise wouldn’t be able to have without Scouting”.
Adam Dawson, 55 years old commented “I felt that this was the right time to give something back to Scouting after the organisation, particularly the Jamborees, have had such a positive impact on my children. It was fantastic to meet so many inspirational young people in Scouting on my journey. The money raised will enable less fortunate children who are selected to participate in the adventure, challenge and fun that the Jamborees offer. The entire walk has easily been one of the best things I have ever done, and has given me a phenomenal sense of achievement (and sore legs!)”.
Chief Scout Bear Grylls enthused, “I am so proud that Adam has successfully completed his mammoth walk to help and inspire others in Scouting. It is always humbling to see adults who go that extra mile to support young people.. The Jamborees provide an excellent start to their adult lives. The World Scout Jamboree provides young people with a unique experience that helps them step into their adult lives. Adam’s walk demonstrates how Scouting impacts communities and I congratulate him on completing his journey. What a hero!’