Following the setting up of a second explorer scout unit in the district, it was clear that each unit needed a proper name rather than referring to ourselves as first and second or by leaders names. We held a joint forum meeting for explorers in October half term to brainstorm.  After weeks of discussion and some very creative and amusing suggestions, we settled on the name Inclined.  Why? because we meet at Foxton where at the neighbouring Locks is the only Inclined Plane boat lift in the country.  It is a dramatic and important local feature and puts our Unit firmly on the map. We often use the Locks and surrounding areas during our sessions.  But more than that, Inclined is a very good description of our attitudes and achievements.  We are Inclined to get things done.

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