GROUP HISTORY
Craig Ruding
Craig became an Executive Committe member in 2005, soon becoming vice chair, and then Chair from 2008-2016.
Craig was Group Chairperson during a period of rapid change for 150th Scout Group. During his chairperson tenure, the group grew from 120 young people to over 225. At the same time, the group's income and expenditure increased from £20,000 to a peak of £60,000.
Craig always aimed to achieve consensus amongst the Executive, even when views could be very varied.
He chaired the Executive through a full refurbishment of the HQ which was a long but very successful process.
Craig could often be seen working hard behind the scenes, often when all others have left.
For example, in 2013 after a long day fundraising at the spring fayre, Craig took shovel in hand to visit the rear of the building to remove the large patch of weedds that had cumulated there. After group bonfires, Craig, again with shovel in hand was back at the scene the morning after to remove all the ash and unburned wood.
Craig was a sagely and impartial sounding board for the GSL. This was demonstrated during discussions over finance and planning as well as when section issues needed wise counsel.
Craig continued to volunteer as Group Chairman, for 5 years after his son left Scouts, demonstrating that parents don't just volunteer for the benefit of their own children but for the good of a great organisation that works hard to bring fun and adventure to over 225 young people.
Even after stepping down as Group Chair, Craig continued to serve as an Executive member and contribute his experience to 150th (Wadsley Church) Scout Group.
Craig was Group Chairperson during a period of rapid change for 150th Scout Group. During his chairperson tenure, the group grew from 120 young people to over 225. At the same time, the group's income and expenditure increased from £20,000 to a peak of £60,000.
Craig always aimed to achieve consensus amongst the Executive, even when views could be very varied.
He chaired the Executive through a full refurbishment of the HQ which was a long but very successful process.
Craig could often be seen working hard behind the scenes, often when all others have left.
For example, in 2013 after a long day fundraising at the spring fayre, Craig took shovel in hand to visit the rear of the building to remove the large patch of weedds that had cumulated there. After group bonfires, Craig, again with shovel in hand was back at the scene the morning after to remove all the ash and unburned wood.
Craig was a sagely and impartial sounding board for the GSL. This was demonstrated during discussions over finance and planning as well as when section issues needed wise counsel.
Craig continued to volunteer as Group Chairman, for 5 years after his son left Scouts, demonstrating that parents don't just volunteer for the benefit of their own children but for the good of a great organisation that works hard to bring fun and adventure to over 225 young people.
Even after stepping down as Group Chair, Craig continued to serve as an Executive member and contribute his experience to 150th (Wadsley Church) Scout Group.