Events
Annual Events
Bardon Scouts takes part in community events and Scout activities throughout the year. Our own fundraisers, such as the Mango Fundraiser and Containers for Change, are under Help Us!.
ANZAC Day March
When: 25 April (annually)
Who: Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturer Scouts
Each ANZAC Day, Bardon Scouts proudly marches in the commemorative service at the Ithaca War Memorial in Paddington. This important tradition honours the service and sacrifice of Australian servicemen and women. All sections participate together in this meaningful community event, marching at 8:15am followed by the service from 8:30-9:00am.
Learn more about ANZAC Day March →
Cuboree
When: Every 2-3 years (next date to be announced)
Who: Cub Scouts
Cuboree is Queensland’s five-day state camp for Cub Scouts, held at Baden-Powell Park in Samford. Over 800 Cub Scouts from across the state camp together, and for many it’s their first long stay away from home.
Joey Jaunt
When: Usually August (2027 date to be announced)
Who: Joey Scouts
Scouts Queensland’s day of activities for Joey Scouts, with each Joey Scout unit running an activity base. Bardon Joey Scouts plan to go to the next one.
Clean Up Australia Day
When: First Sunday in March (annually)
Who: Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturer Scouts, and their families
Each March, all sections spend a morning collecting rubbish from parks, streets and creek banks around Bardon as part of the national Clean Up Australia Day.
Learn more about Clean Up Australia Day →
Annual Report Presentation
When: Annually in March
Who: Parents, leaders, committee members and supporters
Our annual general meeting. Hear reports from each section, the committee and the Treasurer, and meet the committee for the year ahead.
Learn more about Annual Report Presentation →
Bardon Mayfair
When: June (annually)
Who: Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturer Scouts
The Bardon State School Mayfair is the school’s main fundraiser. Held each June, it brings together thousands of families for a day of markets, entertainment, food, and fun. Bardon Scouts runs an information stall showcasing our programs and connecting with local families.
Learn more about Bardon Mayfair →
KnightMoves
When: Late July or early August (annually)
Who: Scouts and Venturer Scouts
KnightMoves is Brisbane North Region’s overnight navigation event. Patrols navigate through the bush at night with map and compass, finding 25 route markers and completing activity bases to earn points.
Learn more about KnightMoves →
Operation NightHawk
When: August (second full weekend)
Who: Scouts only
Operation NightHawk is an overnight Scout hike held annually on the Darling Downs. It attracts around 1,200 Scouts from across Queensland and Northern NSW for a challenging night-time bush hike featuring navigation, skill bases, and leadership challenges.
Learn more about Operation NightHawk →
Skillorama
When: September (annually)
Who: Joey Scouts and Cub Scouts
A day of activity bases at Redcliffe Showgrounds, built and run by older Scouts, Venturer Scouts and Rover Scouts. Up to 1,300 Joey Scouts and Cub Scouts take part each year.
Fair on the Green
When: August (annually)
Who: Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturer Scouts
Milton State School’s Fair on the Green is an annual community fundraising event held at Gregory Park in Milton. This family-friendly fair features rides, stalls, live entertainment, food trucks, and an outdoor movie screening. Bardon Scouts participates to connect with the local community and share what Scouting offers.
Learn more about Fair on the Green →
Pizza and Paddle
When: Friday nights (various dates throughout the year)
Who: Scouts, Venturer Scouts and Rover Scouts
A Friday night of canoeing at dusk followed by pizza, at Brownsea Water Activities Centre, from 6:45pm to 10:00pm.
Learn more about Pizza and Paddle →
Rock Climbing
When: Once or twice per year (dates announced by Section Leaders)
Who: Usually all sections (confirmed for each session)
Indoor rock climbing at Rocksports in Fortitude Valley. No experience needed, and all equipment is provided.
Learn more about Rock Climbing →
District Camps
When: Throughout the year (varies by section)
Who: Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts
Weekend camps shared with the other groups in our district (Oakleigh, The Gap and St Johns Wood). Each section has its own camps at Scout campsites around South East Queensland.
Learn more about District Camps →
District Swimming
When: Annually (date announced by district)
Who: Cub Scouts
A swimming carnival for Cub Scouts from the four groups in our district. Cub Scouts swim individual races and relays for Bardon, with events for every level of swimmer.
Learn more about District Swimming →
Fishing
When: Throughout the year (dates to be announced)
Who: Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturer Scouts - all sections
Fishing is a year-round activity open to every section, planned for the fishing platform near Breakfast Creek (to be confirmed). Dates and what to bring are coming soon.
Group Camp
When: October (annually)
Who: Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturer Scouts - all sections, plus adult helpers
Group Camp is two nights away with the whole of Bardon Scouts. Every section camps together in tents, with pioneering, cooking and swimming on the program. Adult helpers with a valid blue card are welcome.
Australian Jamboree 2028 (AJ2028)
When: 29 December 2027 to 7 January 2028
Who: Scouts and Venturer Scouts
The 27th Australian Jamboree: ten days in Elmore, Victoria, with more than 10,000 Scouts from across Australia. Applications haven’t opened yet; register your interest with the Queensland contingent to hear when they do.
Overnight Hikes
When: Usually between April and September (dates announced by Section Leaders)
Who: Scouts and Venturer Scouts
Scouts and Venturer Scouts hike over two or more days with full packs, camping overnight between locations on walks like the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk.
Learn more about Overnight Hikes →
PL Adventure
When: Late in the year (2026 date to be announced)
Who: Scouts who are Patrol Leaders
An overnight camp for Patrol Leaders and their adult leaders. In 2025 it was held at The Wrecks campsite on Mulgumpin (Moreton Island), with Scouts carrying their own gear, food and stove.
Learn more about PL Adventure →
Air Activities (proposed)
When: To be announced
Who: To be confirmed
Bardon Scouts plans to run an air activities event through the Scouts Queensland Air Activities program. It hasn’t been confirmed yet.
Learn more about Air Activities →
Miniature Train Scavenger Hunt (proposed)
When: To be announced
Who: Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturer Scouts
A proposed Group visit to the Pine Valley Miniature Railway in Warner, with a patrol scavenger hunt around the site. It hasn’t been confirmed yet.
Learn more about the Miniature Train Scavenger Hunt →
Get Involved
Want to join us at upcoming events? Contact us to learn more about joining Bardon Scouts, or come and visit us at any of these events throughout the year!
All events are open to current Bardon Scouts members. New families interested in joining are always welcome to stop by and learn more about our programs.