By Chloe Connor
MORE than 400 Scouts from across Northern Ireland came together at Crawfordsburn Activity Centre at the weekend for a round-the-clock adventure packed with challenges, fun and friendship.
Burn 24 saw young people spend 24 action-filled hours taking part in a wide range of activities designed to test their skills, build confidence and create lasting memories.
From traditional campfires and an evening disco to a gameshow and a Taskmaster-style challenge, the programme kept participants entertained well into the early hours.
The event concluded with a series of water-based activities including canoeing, paddleboarding, rafting and snorkelling, giving Scouts the opportunity to learn new skills while enjoying the outdoors.
By the end of the weekend, many had forged new friendships and taken home memories to last a lifetime.
Around 100 Scout leaders helped deliver the event, which also raised £1,500 through a charity fair held during the 24-hour gathering.
Event organiser and Northern Ireland Lead Volunteer for the programme, Peter Wilson, praised both the young people and volunteers who made the event such a success.
He said the weekend highlighted what Scouting is all about, giving young people the chance to make friends, have fun and try new experiences.
Mr Wilson added that events such as Burn 24 help provide young people with a sense of belonging while encouraging teamwork, resilience and personal development.
The annual event continues to grow in popularity and remains one of the largest opportunities for Scouts from across Northern Ireland to come together for a shared adventure.
