Joining In - Upstream

Joining In

These pages will tell you more about what's involved in joining a group with varied activities. Here we have started to create guidance for individuals and small groups who want to continue activities independently. The guidance is based on the experience of Upstream participants and mentors. We will add to this as more people join in.

First contact

How you might hear about Upstream and meet a mentor. find out more

Varied activities

Upstream groups offer variety and are very accessible and friendly. find out more

Keeping active

How to keep active after Upstream has helped you get started. find out more

Keeping up a group

How to keep a group going independently without a mentor. find out more

Activities and providers

Sharing your own skills and bringing in new skills to stimulate your interest. find out more

Money matters

Simple things to do to sort out money for your group. find out more

Networking

How to link with other groups and feel part of a larger community. find out more

Promoting activities

How to promote your activities or get new members for your group. find out more

Ideas for new activities

A list of Upstream Guidance notes for starting new activities, from glass-painting to living history. find out more

A simple Constitution

A simple draft on which to base a short Constitution to help you in your fund-raising. find out more