June Peaks 2022
In June 2022 HSX returned to the Peak District for a weekend of climbing and walking.
16 leaders and young people departed from Hampshire on the Friday night and headed up to Spitewinter Scout Campsite outside Chesterfield. Thankfully it wasn’t raining when we arrived and we could pitch in the dry!
On Saturday morning we were joined by Antarctica Joe and most of the team header to Stanage for a day of climbing. Luke, Tyler and Chris decided Gritstone wasn’t for them and went for a hike instead.
The rest of the team went up to Black Hawk Area on Stanage Popular, setting up top ropes for everyone to climb. Eleanor showed us the way up Black Hawk, though it still stumped a few of us. Joe led a route up Manchester United and almost lost some gear, but Tom was able to liberate it. Thanks Tom.
Later in the afternoon we moved across to Manchester Buttress. A number of us tried Beggar’s Crack, which involved a bold push up about half way up the wall. Mikey and Max smashed it, Rich B not so much. Try harder next time.
The weather had been largely sunny but with occasional rainy spells. A downpour around half four persuaded us (and most of the climbers on Stanage) to retreat to a Hathersage tea shop.
Back at camp we enjoyed a fine selection of cakes that members had brought along. Max proved his scouting credentials by successfully lighting a fire in the rain. Dave and Chardae organised dinner; chicken and tomato with orzo. Delicious, thanks Dave and Chardae.
Incentivised by bacon rolls out of the back of Joe’s van, we packed up early on Sunday morning and headed to Burbage North. Sunday was bright but windy, though fairly sheltered at the bottom of Knight’s Move crag. The crag included a couple of tricky crack climbs but the standout route was the eponymous Knight’s Move. A bold start led into a series of flowing moves with some great views from the top. Josh got a lead route in up the awkward Green Crack. Good job Josh.
By lunch time we were ready to head back to Hampshire. Three hours of Glastonbury live in the bus! What a soundtrack.
Thanks to everyone who came, helped and instructed – it was a great weekend all round.
Easter Lakes 2022
Are the mountains calling you? Is Adventure your thing? Then HSX has got you covered!
This Easter, we are back and inviting Explorer Scouts from across Hampshire to join us in the Lake District for three days of hiking, climbing and other adventurous activities. Check out the 2019 trip report to learn more.
What: HSX Mountain Activities weekend
Who: Explorer age and up
Where: The Lake District, based out of Great Tower Scout Activity Centre
When: 14th – 18th April 2022
How much: £250 including transport from Hampshire
To sign up, or to find out more, contact tom.robinson@hsx.org.uk. Be quick, the sign-up deadline is Monday 21st March.
Saturday was another great day and after tackling The Old Man with no difficulties Chris, Rich and the boys decided to head up Helvellyn, one of the highest peaks in the Lake District… …They were back at the bus a bit earlier than Friday so had some time to look round Ambleside before dinner (and fill up on ice creams!)
2019 Trip Report
HSX Adventure Race 2021
The Decathlon- #HSXLockdownOlympics
Event 5 – The Decathlon ~ Monday 11th May~
It’s a big one this week, it’s time for the decathlon, and lets be honest, no one really knows what the ten events are. So, I’ve gone for;
Cheese Rolling, Arm Wrestling, Croquet, The Hammer Throw, Monopoly, Egg and spoon race, Climbing, Welly Toss , Tea Drinking and Sleeping Lions.
Your challenge this week is to A) take part, and B) send this video to ten people and get them involved too.
#StayInWorkOut
Please send your videos (in landscape mode!) via www.wetransfer.co.uk to tilly.griffiths@hsx.org.uk
The videos will be edited together and released after footage of the event has been independently adjudicated for any foul play.
Glory and honour will be bestowed on all individuals and Quaranteams showing strength, stamina and imagination throughout the games.
Good luck athletes!
HSX Calendar 2020
January 24-26 – Roaming weekend, Brecons
February 15-22 – Winter mountaineering, Scotland
Note: All dates are pending confirmation due to COVID-19
April 9-13 – Easter hillwalking and climbing, Lake District
June 26-28 – Hillwalking weekend, North Wales
September 11-13 – Recruitment weekend, New Forest
October 30-November 1 – Climbing weekend, Peak District
December 11-13 – Xmas weekend and Adventure Race, Ferny Crofts
For more information, contact info@hsx.org.uk.