A SCOUT leader from Holsworthy was on top of the world recently at this year’s Scout Moot in Iceland.

Kirstie Stone, 50, has just spent ten days living and working with Scouts from almost 80 nations from across the globe at the 15th World Scout Moot in Iceland.

The Moot was held from July 25 to August 2, at the Icelandic National Scout Centre on the banks of the ‘breathtaking’ Lake Ulfljotsvatnm

Before coming together at the main Moot site at Lake Ulfljotsvatnm, Kirstie spent time hiking through the iconic Icelandic landscape at the Þingvellir national park where they tried their hand at mountain hill walking, rod fishing and learning about the oldest parliament in the world and the first settlers of Iceland.

Kirstie said: “I have had a fantastic time not only putting my time into the World Scout Moot but getting a real sense of fulfillment from it. The International Service Team work hard both with the Scouts and behind the scenes ensuring that the participants have an experience to remember.

“We’ve had fun too and have been included in trips. The best one so far being a trip to Gullfoss Waterfalls with yet more to come after the Moot before travelling home to Holsworthy”.

The World Scout Moot is a gathering of Scouts aged 18 to 25 from across the globe. The event was supported by an international service team made up of leaders from Scout Association’s across the globe.

The UK Contingent took over 500 participants to the event, where they joined in with 5,000 participants from over 80 countries around the world. Together they spent nine days have adventures, learning new skills, discovering different cultures and had a whole load of fun.

The key element of the Moot, that all participants took part in, was a multi-centred mini expedition. Moot participants were spread out over eleven centres across the spectacular Icelandic landscape these centres were chosen to provide excellent camping facilities in spectacular surroundings and all offered a great variety of program options.

Julia Bradbury, Scout ambassador, said: “A huge congratulations to the 500 Scouts who represented the UK at the 15th World Scout Moot in Iceland. The precious time they spent enjoying adventures and learning about different world cultures will make a lasting impression.”