Check in for the Big Adventure at District Camp 2011!

If you have signed up for the big adventure at this years district camp, then you will want to know 2 things;

1. Is it going to rain? - and the forecast says NO RAIN, NO WAY  - but be prepared...just in case :-)


Forecast is good for the Big Adventure

2. When and where do I check in? - Please arrive at Silverwood Camp Site in plenty of time so that you can check in with the Ardsley Scout Leaders from 7pm and NO LATER than 7.30 pm  - We'll set up a check in tent to issue your wristbands which you need to wear all weekend.

Thanks and Happy Camping

This Week

Big Adventure Camp - just a quick reminder to adults going on the Big Adventure Camp in July that you need to bring your form and documents in this week so we can get them processed in time.

Scout Water Activities - Scouts interested in taking part in the District Water Activities day at Pugneys on 26th June need to let us know this week, so that we can give the organisers our numbers.

Big Adventure Camp, Update

So far 63 people have signed up to go on the BIG ADVENTURE CAMP in July, which is absolutely fantastic. And it's great to see so many parents wanting to get involved.

Reminder:-

The LAST DAY to book and pay for this camp is THURSDAY 2ND JUNE.

Unfortunately, no bookings can be accepted after this date.

We have spare booking forms if you need one.

Big Adventure Camp, 1 - 3 July 2011

For the benefit of those who weren't able to make it to one of our Big Adventure briefings, here are the key points:-

What is it? - A massive camp to celebrate the merger of the three Barnsley Districts. Well over 1000 Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers are expected to take part. The camp starts on Friday evening (1 July) and runs to Sunday afternoon (3 July) at Silverwood Scout Camp, near Silkstone.

What's happening? - The camp starts on the Friday evening with a 'Beach Party', a massive Wide Game in the woods, and a Disco. On the Saturday there will be four programme zones: Adventure; Community; Creative; and Scouting Skills, followed by a Barnsley's Got Talent competition. On the Sunday morning there will be an Olypmic-themed competition.

Who Can Go? - Cubs, Scouts and Explorers can camp for the whole weekend. Beavers can go for the Saturday only, or camp for the whole weekend with their parents in a designated area. Any parents who would like to come can take part/help out can camp in a designated over-18s area. Any brothers and sisters of members of the Group can take part, provided they are under parental supervision.

What does it cost? - For all youth members camping for the weekend the cost is £35. For Beavers coming for the Saturday only the cost is £15. For adults camping for the weekend the cost is £15. For any brothers or sisters (non-members) camping for the weekend the cost is £35, unless they are under 6 years old, in which case the cost is £10.

When do you need to know? - We need your booking form and payment by the end of May.

Big Adventure Camp

A big thank you to everyone who came to one of our Big Adventure briefings - it was great to see so many of you there. If you would like to take part in the Big Adventure Camp, please let us have your booking form and payment by the end of May, latest. That will give us time to confirm the booking by the deadline.

Reminder - there is a Church Parade this Sunday - please meet at the Scout Hut in full uniform at 10.15am. This is for all sections: Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers.

And it's the Beaver Sleepover Tomorrow.

Coming up this week

Just a few reminders regarding events this coming week:-

Big Adventure Briefings

This week our District Commissioner, Bruce Meek, is coming to tell us all about plans for the Big Adventure Camp in July. This camp will be open to Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, and to any parents who would like to get involved. The presentations are as follows Beavers - Wednesday 6pm, Scouts - Wednesday 7pm, Cubs Thursday - 7pm. There will be tea and coffee available.

Beaver Sleepover

This Saturday (2 April) we're holding a sleepover for Beaver Scouts in the Scout Hut. They will be 'camping' in tents, indoors. Beavers taking part will earn their 'Nights Away 1' badge.

Mothering Sunday Church Parade

This Sunday (3 April) it's our Mothers' Day Church Parade for all sections. Parents are very welcome to stay for the service. Meet at the Scout hut at 10.15am; finishes approx 11.45am. Please wear full uniform.

Big Adventure Briefings

This Summer hundreds of Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, and Explorers from all over Barnsley will gather at Silverwood Scout Camp for the Big Adventure Camp. The camp dates are Friday 1 – Sunday 3 July. Next week we're holding a series of briefings at the Scout Hut for members and parents, as follows:-

Beavers: Wednesday 30 March, 6pm to 6.45pm
Cubs: Thursday 31 March, 7pm to 7.45pm
Scouts and Explorers: Wednesday 30 March, 7pm to 7.45pm

Please be sure to come along to find out what it’s all about and how you can take part.

'Big Adventure' District Camp, 1 - 3 July

Here's one for all Sections... In July the whole of Barnsley District will be gathering at Silverwood for a Big Adventure Camp packed full of activities. We're taking over the whole campsite and some adjoining fields. Hundreds of Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers will be taking part. The camp starts on Friday evening and finishes Sunday afternoon.

At the end of March we'll be holding a series of briefings about this event for parents and members. So here are some dates for your diary: The Beaver and Scout briefings will take place on Wednesday 30 March, and the Cub briefing will take place on Thursday 31 March. At these briefings you'll find out more about the kind of activities you can expect, and how you can take part.

We're particularly interested in hearing from any parents who would be interested in camping and helping out over the weekend.

More details on this blog as we get them.