Reminder to Beavers!

Don't forget we are going to Wombwell for the campfire this coming Wednesday. See the previous posts for directions and details.

Kim and Sara

Curry Night - Thanks

Can we just say a big 'thank you' to everyone who came to our Curry Night, to the Scouts who helped out on the day who did a great job, and to the people who donated raffle prizes. The event raised £143, which is fantastic. We're already thinking about our next culinary extravaganza so watch this space!

Here the scouts are busy preparing the meal:

Mother's Day Parade

A reminder that this Sunday (22 March) it's our Mothers' Day Family Service & Church Parade. We'll be meeting at 10.15am on Sunday morning, and expect to finish around 11.45am. All Beavers, Cubs and Scouts are expected to attend.

Grant award brings warmer nights

I'm pleased to say we have been awarded a Grassroots Grant of £675 towards the cost of some new heaters for the Scout Hut. The grant is part of the £50,000 Cash Giveaway programme run by the South Yorkshire Community Foundation and the Barnsley Chronicle.

If you've been in the Scout Hut over winter, you'll know that it's not exactly warm! That's because the storage heaters we have at the minute are proving too expensive to run. Over the next few weeks we'll be replacing them with more efficient electric heaters.

We're all looking forward to warmer nights ahead and we're very grateful to SYCF and the Barnsley Chronicle for their support.

Cyclo-cross Champions!

An excellent result for Ardsley at this year's District Cyclo-cross competition. Cubs won first, second, and third place in their race to secure an overall victory, and we also came first in the Scouts race.

Representing Cubs were Beth, Chris, Lewis, Thomas, and Ronan. Thomas raced home first, closely followed by Beth and Chris. The Cubs team had the best overall placings so were awarded the team trophy, which we get to keep for a year.

Racing for Scouts we had Ewan, Emily, Caitlin, James, Thomas, and Louis. James secured first place despite some strong competition, but alas Hoyland won the team trophy.

Well done to everyone who took part.

Directions to wombwell scout hut

Wombwell scout hut is located halfway along Wainwright place on your left down a little sniket / ginal / alleyway (which ever you prefer to use).

Click here to view a map of how to get to Wainwright Place

Scouts - Wide Game

Just a reminder that Scouts will be doing a wide game tonight, so there's no need to come in uniform. We'll be heading up to Horsecarr Wood straight after flagbreak, so if you're late you can catch up with us there.

DISTRICT BEAVER CAMPFIRE

On Weds 25 March, Beavers will be held at Wombwell Scout HQ as it is the campfire event. Please meet there at 6pm and collect at 7.30. Wear uniform but bring a coat in case we get outdoors. Light refreshments will be given. Parents are welcome to stay but must join in the singing and actions! Watch this space for directions.

Curry Night

You should have recieved a letter informing you about the Curry Night we'll be hosting on Saturday 21st of March.

Apologies to Beaver parents, we didn't quite get the letters ready for last weeks meeting.

If you'd like to attend, please fill in and return the form as soon as possible.

You can download a copy of the form by clicking here.

District Cyclocross - Sunday 15 March

Next Sunday, 15 March, it's the Fitzwilliam District Cyclo-cross event at Silverwood Campsite. We're hoping for a good turnout from our Cub and Scout sections. You never know - we might pick up a trophy or two!

If you'd like to go, you'll need a bike. Obviously. And bear in mind it's a cross-country race so really it needs to be a mountain/bmx-type bike. You'll also need a cycle helmet. This is a must, you will not be allowed to race without a helmet.

Expect to get dirty - especially if it's been wet. We suggest you take either a change of clothes, or some covers for your car seats!

Registration is at 12.15; the actual racing starts at about 1pm, after a walk round the course. The event normally finishes around 3.30pm. Tea & coffee is usually on hand for the adults.

Silverwood Campsite is on the A628 between Dodworth and Silkstone. It's a left turn just after the bend.

Help Required at Beavers

I will be shorthanded next week on 4 March at Beavers. Could I ask parents if anyone would be able to help out please. If yes, then let Kim know by emailing to kim@ardsleyscouts.org.uk asap.

Beavers District Campfire

Please meet at Wombwell Scout Hall at 6pm. Parents are welcome to join in the fun or collect their children at 7.30. This event to take place on Wednesday 25 March. Wear uniform please.