DC Dan – Good Luck in Your New Role!
Today we say a massive thank you to Dan Mercer for all his contributions to City of Newcastle Scouts as District Commissioner, and wish him the best of luck in his new role as District Explorer Scout Commissioner.
Dan was a DC during some of the most difficult times in Scouting, one of his talents was arranging on line activities, that meant our young people continued to benefit from a different form of Scouting, whilst life was very different during Covid, and we must thank him and his team for the huge amount of time they put into digital programming. His enthusiasm for Scouting, is, I am pleased to say, continuing in a different role within the City, he has accepted the appointment of District Explorer Scout Commissioner, and I am certain that he will commit 100% to this role, as he has with all his previous roles. On behalf of myself and the members of City of Newcastle District, thank you for the positive impact you have had on the District, and I look forward to seeing your encouragement to the Explorer Scout Section.
– Kath Tyson, District Commissioner
City of Newcastle Scouts would like to thank Dan Mercer for his contribution to the District, in the role of DC over the past few years. Dan has been heavily involved with the development of the district with a focus on program and digital as part of Team DC. Throughout his time as DC, Dan has ran many activities, large events, and camps spanning all sections and all groups across the city – providing amazing opportunities for our young people year round.
Dan has been the driving force behind many of Newcastle’s exiting projects such as Newcastle Scouts Radio, the Virtual Group, our Events Portal, and a whole host of other resources and initiatives promoting development throughout the organisation. As a result of the dedication to his role, City of Newcastle has received a great amount of praise towards our initiatives and schemes from National HQ, including our bounce back from covid and the return to face-to-face scouting.
We would like to wish Dan all the best as he transitions to the role of District Explorer Scout Commissioner, and we are exited to see the Explorer provisions develop & grow with his guidance!

“It has been great fun working alongside Dan in his DC role and we all really appreciate the support he gives, his drive to constantly develop you as a person, alongside the development of the district, is evident to see.”
“Dan has been amazing: he has been a huge source of support, both to our group and also personally – the bonus, I have come away with a great friend! The District’s loss is definitely the Explorer’s gain – the Young People have a huge amount of respect for Dan.”
“Dan has been an absolute asset to the District as part of Team DC. His enthusiasm, dedication and “can do” attitude are very rare, and his creative approach to Scouting keeps us all on our toes! Dan has been a source of support and inspiration for so many adults and Young Leaders in the District, and we’re absolutely delighted that he is going to continue working with the YL Unit as DESC.”

“Dan, having the opportunity to work with you on numerous projects, events and activities has given me some of the greatest memories of my scouting life. No matter where you “scout” you always bring a smile, buckets of fun and provide a lot of practical advice. The Explorers are lucky to have someone like you to guide them through their scouting life”
“Dan’s enthusiasm and commitment to whatever project he is working on is always amazing and contagious. Thanks for all his hard work as DC!”
“Having had the pleasure of working with Dan both as ADC Cubs before his taking on the role of DC has enabled me to see how fortunate we all are to have such a supportive & committed individual in our district. I’m thankful that we shall still benefit from his enthusiasm, guidance and support as he takes up his new role of DESC. “
“As D.C, Dan gives me great opportunities that not many people would. This has given me confidence and I think will help me massively in the future and shows his focus on developing you as a person. He is fun to be around and a really professional leader! Thanks Dan!”
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