Broadwater Campsite February 24, 2008
Posted by akela in : Cubs , comments closedI spent the afternoon checking out Broadwater campsite and local area ready for our cub pack holiday in May.
We have used the site before a number of years ago, they have made some changes since we were last there.
The site has wild running deer – so it gave me a chance to see deer wandering around the area freely. A sight to be seen, but to be honest if I heard cubs screaming I wouldn’t stay around for long.
We also checked out the possibilities of a local hike, even though it started to rain we have found some nice LONG local hikes we could use.
The campsite has had a few improvements since we last visited – the toilets and showers have been spruced up extremely well, there is now a roof on the climbing and absailing block, but still no sign posts for the site however you can follow the hotel signs which direct you there anyway.
We used the M42 to get to the site, only 25 minutes away.
But all in all a great afternoon out and plans for the camp are coming along very well indeed. All we need now is the cubs to book their places on Tuesday.
Check out the photos i have placed in the Spring folder 2008.
BADGES February 19, 2008
Posted by akela in : Cubs , comments closedWe would like cubs to design a badge.
The badge will be to represent the Older Cub Training weekend which is held for sixers or older cubs from the district every year in Derbyshire.
The badge should be of rectangular shape and have a maximum of 3 colors.
It is to have no DATE / Venue on it – only writing can be Older Cub Training Weekend.
Size isn’t important as any design will be scaled down.
Designs can be made on computer or hand, and cubs wishing to take part need to send Akela their design as soon as possible before Easter.
Birmingham County are 100 this year and as a celebration a badge has been designed for wearing on all uniforms.
Money raised from purchasing the badges will be donated to the children’s hospital. These will be available shortly
Cubs go International February 14, 2008
Posted by akela in : Cubs , comments closedCub Odyssey 2009 is fast approaching. A roadshow will arrive at St David cub pack on Tuesday 26th February – 7.15pm for any parents who would like to come a see what we are offering.
Cubs whom are under 10.5 in August 2009 are only permitted to attend.
A website has been set up to provide parents and cubs an idea into what we have planned and to see how previous trips abroad have been.
The trip is 10 days away and it WILL give every cub scout who goes an experience of a life time.
St David’s have sent 6 – 9 cubs on each International Cub Odyssey trips over the past 10 years and everyone has commented on how much fun and enjoyment each young person has had.
I will be attending as usual and i hope i can say some cubs from St David will be joining me on a trip of a lifetime.
If you want any more information or discuss the plans then dont hesitate to call me. I know some cubs that went still are with St David’s Scout Group lets hear what they thought of the trip as well.
Sainsbury’s Active Kids vouchers February 11, 2008
Posted by akela in : Cubs , comments closedI have now received this year’s Sainsbury’s active kids resource pack.
This years catalogue has loads of new equipment both scouting and sporting.
2007 saw the group collect 5150 active kids vouchers and it is hoped we can do as well if not better this year.
Vouchers will be available in Sainsbury’s stores from Wednesday 14th February until 4th June. So this will give us plenty of time to collect.
Thank you to all those people outside of our group that send their vouchers by post – your support is greatly appreciated.
A box for vouchers will be placed in the church hall on pack nights, outside of pack nights an envelope will be placed on the scout notice board.
Cubs will be awarded points for collecting vouchers so support your child / grand child please.
Good luck everyone
Do you have the X – Factor? February 9, 2008
Posted by akela in : Cubs , comments closedBirmingham 2008 Scout and Guide Revue.
Do you sing, dance, play a musical instrument or have another talent we can showcase?
If yes, then come along to Girl Guiding Birmingham County Headquarters, Trefoil House, Brownsea Drive, Birmingham on Sunday 9th March between 1.30pm – 4.30pm and audition for the Birmingham Scout and Guide Revue, which will take place at Birmingham Town Hall on Saturday 26th July 2008.
Bring your backing music or accompanist and show us what you’ve got (a piano is available)
In addition to the above we would like to have our own youth orchestra, so if you are of at least grade 5 standard on one or more instruments , do come along for an audition.
Further information telephone County HQ Sharon on 0121 359 7959
Cub Odyssey 2009 February 3, 2008
Posted by akela in : Cubs , comments closedRea Valley Cub Section are organizing an International trip to France and Belgium during August 2009.
A roadshow will be visiting all cub packs within our district over the next few months.
Cub Odyssey 2001 and 2005 have been huge successes taking 30 + cub scouts international on both occasions. Akela has attended both as well a number of cubs form St David’s and will be attending 2009.
Check out 2005 photos of the trip http://www.281st-stdavids-cubs.org/v/CubOdyssey2005/
Only cubs that will be aged UNDER 10.5 August 2009 will be eligible to attend.
If you want more information then please dont hesitate to speak with Akela
Chess and Draughts Competition 2008 February 2, 2008
Posted by akela in : Cubs , comments closedWELL DONE to both the draughts and chess teams who took part today in their respective competitions.
Chess team – Lily Pitt,Jack Wellavize, Kallam Downing, Luke Kelly
Draughts team – Alex Foxall Wheeler, Brett Marley, Thomas Pitt, Daniel Price
both teams did superbly well, with Daniel Price coming third in the individual draught score.
16 packs took part in the competitions and both teams played well to gain points for pack of the year.
Draughts team – 2nd place overall 28 points
Chess Team – 7th place – 14 points
We did have very young members on the team and with 1 cub not turning up we had last minute replacement.
Thank you to all 8 cubs they did St David’s proud. WELL DONE
