Challenger Troop (West Kent) opened our doors to local VIPs, including Tunbridge Wells Mayor Cllr Dr Basu, teachers, and other interested parties earlier this month when we held an Open Day at our Tunbridge Wells headquarters. Students demonstrated their newly-learnt skills in drill, physical fitness and how to apply a bandage correctly in the first-aid session.
Alongside Founder and CEO Simon Dean, Operations Director Jo Morris, National Project Development Director Keith Marden and team leaders from both East and West Kent teams were on hand throughout the day to answer questions. They were joined by local teachers who are familiar with our programmes, along with one of our students for a lively Q and A session.
Some of the questions included:
How well do girls respond to our programmes? Very well we said, they really rise to the challenge.
Do we fundraise and accept donations? Yes we do, in Tunbridge Wells we are currently fundraising for a new minibus so that we can help more young people. We are half way towards our target. If you can help us, please contact Islay O’Hara on 01892 543150.
Thank you to all who came and for all your support and encouragement.
"Outdoor learning is giving them back their childhood wonder and curiosity at new things, allowing them to experience the marvel of discovery and the learning that comes from taking risks"
