03-08-2025
Driffield's Dylan Austin in Portugal for 16th World Scout Moot
An architectural assistant from Driffield is taking part in a global Scout gathering.
Dylan Austin is currently with nearly 500 UK Scouts at the 16th World Scout Moot in Portugal.
Around 9,000 Scouts aged 18 to 25 from around the world have gathered for the event.
The Moot began on July 25 in Tejo Park in Lisbon, and will conclude in Porto.
Mr Austin said: "I'm feeling excited and nervous, all combined into one.
"I'm heading out to a coastal town which will be filled with hiking, reflection, and history, and I can't wait.
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"I'm looking forward to really immersing myself in the Portuguese culture and meeting local Scouts and people."
The Moot includes a four-day expedition, during which participants join Scouts from other countries to travel one of 100 routes through remote areas of Portugal.
Following the expedition, Mr Austin and others will regroup for further Scouting activities, cultural exchange, and skills development at a camp base in Ovar before the closing ceremony.
This year's World Scout Moot theme is 'engage,' with the intention of encouraging Scouts to connect with others in understanding and friendship.
Chief Scout, Dwayne Fields, said: "A massive good luck to Dylan and all the UK Scouts who are at the World Scout Moot.
"This is an amazing opportunity to discover yourself and the world around us, while exploring how you can create meaningful change.
"The true international spirit of Scouting will shine through, with so many chances to learn from other Scouts around the world.
"I know each UK Scout attending will grab the opportunity to create memories, friendships, and skills to last a lifetime.
"We know that too many young people today grow up unhappy and worried about their future.
"Scouts aims to change that.
"We give young people a chance to belong and a place to be themselves."
The People's Postcode Lottery has helped to make the UK Scouts' expedition possible.
