To count towards our Adventure and Outdoor Challenges, this week we are taking part in an obstacle course. There were 6 obstacles to overcome in small teams, including climbing, jumping and balancing.
Monday 24th and Wednesday 26th June – Local quiz
This week, we took advantage of the lovely weather and went for a walk around the park and local roads. While walking, we answered quiz questions about things we could see or read and we demonstrated our understanding of the…
Monday 17th and Wednesday 19th June – Cyclist badge
This week we took to the paths of the park to demonstrate our cycling skills. Split into 3 groups, we went on a short ride, showed our control and manoeuvring skills on the slab, and learned how to pump up…
Monday 10th and Wednesday 12th June – Making bird boxes
In recognition of Father’s Day and to contribute towards our Outdoor and Creative badges, this week we made and painted bird boxes. The wooden pre-cut pieces needed slotting together, something that some Beavers found tricky but all persevered. The painted finished products…
Monday 13th/20th and Wednesday 15th/22nd May – Archery and Knots
Over the course of a fortnight, everyone tried their hand at archery and had a go at learning 3 knots – reef knot, sheet bend and clove hitch. The archery was very exciting and some of us even managed to…
Preparing for Camp
At a recent Scout meeting led by Paul, the group gathered to learn essential skills in preparation for future camps. During the session, Paul emphasised the importance of quality camping equipment, guiding the Scouts on what gear they should take…
Did somebody say cheese toasties?
At the state of May, we focused on the perfect activity: cooking on fires. The scouts gathered and prepared their wood, lighting fires in anticipation of a delicious meal. This time, they tackled cheese and onion toasties while honing their…
Patrol Tents
With summer just around the corner, the scouts have been busy preparing for their upcoming camping trips. One crucial skill they’ve been honing is the ability to set up traditional patrol tents. These tents are a staple of scouting trips,…
Hebden Indoor Camp
At the start of March, the scouts embarked on an indoor camping trip to the Hebden Hey Scout Camp. Traveling in two minibuses, the group arrived on Friday evening and immediately set to work, organizing their bunk beds before heading…
