The Mighty 4th Ashby Scouts

• 1-2-1 Camp (7/8^th June). None of the CRB forms completed this year have been processed so we will be unable to take part however
• We are proposing to have a Beaver family camp on 19-21^st September instead.
  • Adults will need CRB checks completed through Leicestershire Scouting – please take forms as required.
  • At least one parent per Beaver is required although more may attend, as may brothers and sisters.
  • We will be doing group cooking for which there will be a small charge.
  • The camp will be held at Willesley (www.willesley.org) and camping fees will apply. You can use your own tent or borrow one of our modern stock.
  • We will complete a number of activities on a theme – there will be light hearted competitions for everyone taking part.
• Meetings are 5.30 – 7.00 at Willesley each Thursday between 5^th June and 10^th July – there is no meeting on May 29^th as it is half term for most Beavers.
• Whilst we are meeting at Willesley, can you make sure we know your children are here by registered in the Cabin before you leave.
• Rabbit (Katie) is off to Camp America soon, the 5^th June will be her last meeting. Giraffe (Chris) is still attending when he can but he is working on his A levels at the minute before heading off to Uni next term.

This means that Beaver meetings are being run by:

· Mole (who is really a Cub Leader and can only help for the first part)

· Bear (who is presently spending one day per week doing Scout things as well as working full time, running a business, keeping house and helping with Scouts)

· Hare, Fox and Tiger who are 14-15 year old Scouts/Explorers – whilst they are very useful they cannot run meetings on their own.

· Karen – awaiting her Beaver name (!) – has offered to help whilst her son is a Beaver but childcare will be difficult when he moves up

We need your help!

We now need people to help on a more regular basis – how can you help – Don’t assume someone else will. Maybe you know someone who would be ideal? It is good fun, it isn’t scary (honestly) and there is lots of support available…

Please contact Jonathan Bloor to discuss your contribution. A parents meeting will be held on 3^rd July at 6.45, Willesley to let you know how we are doing prior to the holidays.

Bear, Rabbit, Giraffe, Mole, Hare, Fox & Tiger

8th May – Willesley Campsite – 6.45 – 8.00
(A.G.M and games, all welcome)
15th May – Willesley Campsite - 5.30 – 7.00
22nd May – Willesley Campsite - 5.30 – 7.00
29th May – Half term, no meeting
5th June – Willesley Campsite - 5.30 – 7.00
12th June – Willesley Campsite - 5.30 – 7.00
19th June – Willesley Campsite - 5.30 – 7.00
26th June – Willesley Campsite - 5.30 – 7.00
3rd July – Willesley Campsite - 5.30 – 7.00
10th July – Willesley Campsite - 5.30 – 7.00

11th May – Beaver & Cub Fun Day
7/8th June – Beaver 1-2-1 Camp

Directions to Willesley:
http://willesley.org/campsite/how_to_find_us.php

We’re seeking new adult help, can you help? Do you know someone who might be able to help now and then? Please let us know…

Beaver Activity Day

When: 15^th September Registration is at 9.15 am – 9.30am to start at 10am finish at 5pm

Where – Willesley Scout Campsite (See link to map)

Cost £5

Activities: Abseiling, climbing wall, boldering wall, spiders web, go carts, pot-holing course, crate stacking ,archery, crafts. We will also be doing a badge which Beaver should complete e.g. emergency aid and hike 1 all staged badges.

Bring with you: packed lunch, membership form if not already completed. Rain coat (finders crossed this won’t be needed).  If you are invested, please wear your necker
Please confirm your attendance prior to the event.

Thanks

This is a temporary post for new members until we can find a better way of giving out details.

 This link takes you to my Google Maps page

Please find attached form for completion if not already done so.

Membership Form

The Beaver Colony met last week for the first session of the new term.  It was good to see lots of friendly new faces and also to see so many boys returning after the holidays.  We welcomed twelve new members which greatly reduced the waiting list but took on another long list of potential members.  As a result we have no more spaces, so please use this form to register interest for your child so we can contact you as soon as a place becomes available.