1st Musselburgh Scouts – Homlessness

With support and help from Queen Margaret University (QMU), the Scouts have been given an opportunity to experience sleeping rough on 14th November, which is something that 70-100 people have to face every day in Edinburgh.

• Purpose: The event provides a small glimpse of the nightly conditions experienced by people who are homeless. It is a challenge, but in a safe and controlled environment.

• Experience: Scouts will be sleeping outdoors in the cold Musselburgh weather, with only a sleeping bag for warmth.

• Support: 50% of the funds raised benefit the work of Simon Community Scotland,

https://www.simonscotland.org/get-help/our-support-services/homelessness-in-edinburgh/

50% supporting the scouts to attend an international camp in 2026.

https://poacher.org.uk/