Raft Building - Prep for June 27th 2010 - Fitzwilliam District Raft Race

The basic structure - all the scouts are engrossed, as you can see.

This is what your square lashing should look like

Roll out the barrels!

Lash these on like so...

Let's see how much stress it can take!

Ready for lunch launch?

GALA

Please remember to bring any donations you might have for the gala as soon as possible. Thanks a lot

JUNE SUBS

Could I respectfully remind you all that subs are due next week (2nd and 3rd June). Thanks

CUB CAMP

What a fantastic weekend! The weather was superb and everyone had a great time. There are a few lost property items for you to sort through on Thursday.

Last minute reminder

Just a quick post to remind cubs who are camping the arrangements and what they might need.
Meet @ Silverwood Scout Camp off the A628 between Dodworth and Silkstone 12 o’clock Saturday pick up 12 o’clock Sunday.

Cubs are required to arrive on site in full uniform!!!!!!

What They need:

Packed lunch for Saturday dinner.

Any medication to be handed to a leader clearly marked with name and dose.

· Plate, dish & mug (unbreakable)
· Knife, fork & spoon
· Tea-towel
· Sleeping Bag
· Camping Mat (Optional)
· Torch (with spare batteries)

· Comb/Brush
· Soap/Shower Gel
· Flannel
· Toothbrush & toothpaste
· Towel (small hand)
· Sun-block/Sun-screen to suit skin-type
· Deodorant

· Hat or Cap (for sun protection)
· Jumpers/ fleece (for evening)
· Long trousers
· Pyjamas/nightwear
· Underwear
· Shorts
· T-shirt
· Trainers / (sturdy shoes or boots if they have)

Can you try and label your childs belongings (especially uniform) with their name.

See you all there.
Akela

Scouts 2010 - 2011 Programme

Sunday 27th June 2010 Scouts Raft Racing at Broomhill

Friday 2nd to 4th July 2010 Scouts and Older Cubs Camp at Squirrel Wood
Saturday 24th to 31st July 2010 Group Summer Camp at Blackwell Adventure [Sold Out]
Friday 3rd to 5th September 2010 Scouts Back to Basics at Silverwood
Saturday 2nd October 2010 Scouts National Coal Mining Museum Trip
Sunday 10th October 2010 Scouts Cross Country at Silverwood
Saturday 30th to Sunday 31st October 2010 Ian’s (not so scary) Halloween Party at Silverwood
Friday 5th November 2010 Scouts Alternative Guy Fawkes Sleepover at Scout HQ
Saturday 18th to Sunday 19th Scouts Flight Sim Sleepover at Scout HQ
January 2011 Scouts IT Boot camp weekend at Scout HQ
February 2011 Scouts Skate ‘n’ Swim weekend at Scout HQ
March 2011 Scouts Sleepover or Camp

All events and dates subject to change please check the Scout blog for latest updates: http://ardsleyscouts.blogspot.com/

Scout Raft Race - 27 June

This year marks the welcome return of the Fitzwilliam District Raft Race, which is to be held on the River Dearne at Broomhill on Sunday 27th June. Rafts will be built on the day using traditional scouting skills, such as lashings. Trophies will be awarded for Best Constructed Raft and Fastest Raft. Raft building will take place in the morning, with racing commencing at 1pm. We will be looking for a team of 4 scouts to take part.

Beaver Hike Photos

Thanks to all the Beavers and Leaders who attended the hike,
Hope you all had fun .

I can safely say the bread was gratefully recieved by the ducks, swans and geese .

BEAVER HIKE THIS SATURDAY

Please meet on the Transpennine Trail opposite Tesco carpark at 10am on Saturday. The path to the duckpond is almost all tarmac so trainers will be fine. Wear uniform and bring a coat depending on the weather. I've ordered sunshine for the morning! No money is needed and I'll supply refreshments and bread for the ducks. We have enough Leaders but parents please feel free to join us as well. Collect Beavers from the starting point about 12 noon.

SUBS

A fantastic response this month. I got all subs except for 8 people who were absent on the night so I can forget about them now until next month. Thanks very much - this is really helping. Don't forget to collect any change if you didn't send the correct amount.

SUMMER GALA

Just a reminder that the Gala isn't far away now and we still need any donations and contributions you might have please. Bottles, toiletries, chocolates, biscuits, sweets, prizes, good quality books, crockery that needs smashing, gift items would be most welcome. Could you also let me know if you will be able to send in/bake buns, scones and cakes to sell. Thanks a lot