Scouting Ireland, National Office, Larch Hill, Dublin 16, Ireland T: 01 4956300 www.scouts.ie
Gasóga na hÉireann / Scouting Ireland Mountain Pursuit Challenge Team Terms of Reference
Commencement Date st June 1 2025
Term 3 Years
Mid-term Review Date December 2026
Description The purpose of the Mountain Pursuit Challenge Team is to deliver the Mountain Pursuit Challenge (MPC) events for the Scout Programme Section. Individuals with appropriate experience who are interested in joining the team and staffing the events can apply through an open call.
Aims of the MPC Team •
To plan Mountain Pursuit Challenge events in suitable mountainous areas of the country that are accessible to participating teams and which can sustain events of this nature.
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To ensure that all teams receive a briefing on what is expected of them in planning their own participation in terms of getting to the event and at the event itself.
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To help participants enjoy a safe event and assist in skills learning where required in terms of navigation, equipment, nutrition and so on.
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To review the season’s events and include lessons learned.
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To report on the events to the Programme Team as required.
Accountability All members of the Mountain Pursuit Challenge Team will be accountable to the National Events Team Lead through the MPC Event Team Lead. Reg. No. 397094, Charity No. CHY3507, Reg. Office - National Office, Larch Hill, Dublin 16. Scouting Ireland is a company Limited by guarantee exempt from using the word "Limited".
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