BIG DAY OUTDOWN & CONNOR SCOUT COUNTYScouting IrelandConsent form 
DOWN & CONNOR SCOUT COUNTY • CELEBRATING 100 YEARS
CARNIVAL
OF FUN.
26 SEPTEMBER 2026
MOIRA LAKES
SIX ZONES. A CARNIVAL OF ADVENTURE.
On the water. Up the wall. Full of carnival colour. A day for Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Ventures, Rovers and volunteers.
ZONE 01Make a splash
Paddle boarding, canoeing, raft building and splash games. Beavers will be on the water in rafts, not getting into the water or changing into wetsuits. RLSS open water lifeguards and PaddleUK instructors will be on the water.
For sections getting into the water: swimwear, towel and water shoes. Beavers will be rafting without wetsuits; follow your group leader’s kit instructions.
ZONE 02Find your brave
Climbing wall, laser tag, axe throwing and archery.
Comfortable clothing and closed-toe footwear.
ZONE 03Make it your own
Woggle making, friendship bracelets, colouring sheets, nature art and a graffiti wall.
Comfortable clothing and footwear.
ZONE 04Roll up, join in
Games, a selfie station, nature detectives, team challenges and problem solving.
Comfortable clothing and footwear.
ZONE 05Meet the lifesavers
Meet the emergency services for CPR awareness sessions and other life-saving demonstrations.
No special gear needed.
ZONE 06Take a breather
Picnic areas for your packed lunch, water refill stations, an ice cream van and a quiet sensory area.
Groups should bring packed lunches and snacks.
Pick up your wristband, activity map and Festival Passport when you arrive.
SATURDAY 26 SEPTEMBER / TIMINGS TO FOLLOW
The final timetable is still being confirmed. Here’s an overview of the day; your group leader will share arrival, activity and collection times once they are agreed.
Registration and a welcome to the Big Day Out.
Activities across Water, Adventure, Creative, Fun, Rescue and Chill.
Time for your packed lunch, a water refill and a break.
County celebrations to round off the day.
BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT
We’re Scouts — a bit of poor weather won’t stop the day! Bring a waterproof coat, warm layers and the essentials for an outdoor adventure.
Questions before you go?Beavers will be in rafts on the water, without wetsuits or getting into the water. Check your group’s kit instructions. Water refill stations and a quiet sensory area are available in the Chill zone.
A FEW THINGS BEFORE THE BIG DAY
From packing your bag to finding your group. Here’s what to know before you go.
Check with your leader for your total cost, transport, meeting point and collection time.
GETTING TO THE BIG DAY OUT
Travelling by car? Head to the new Moira Park & Ride on Station Road, beside Moira train station. Our minibus shuttles will take you to Moira Lakes.
Private group buses only: groups with a privately arranged bus will travel together directly to Moira Lakes.
Park and ride shuttle: other groups will meet at the new Moira Park & Ride by the train station and take minibus shuttles to the lakes.
No individual cars at Moira Lakes. Everyone travelling by car, including leaders, must use the new Moira Park & Ride and use the minibus shuttles. This keeps traffic and access at the lakes clear.
Check with your group leader before travelling. They will confirm your meeting point, transport and collection arrangements. Timings will follow once confirmed.
Only privately arranged group buses should travel directly to Moira Lakes, 32b Old Church Lane, BT67 0EY.
Private bus directions to Moira LakesSATURDAY / SEPTEMBER26 SEP2026Down & Connor Scout County
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Celebrating 100 years
