Winter nights may be cold, but that didn’t deter our adventurous troop of Scouts from trying their hand at air rifle shooting under the enchanting glow of the moon. As we gathered on the crisp night, excitement hung in the…
Monday 11th and Wednesday 13th Dec – Christmas Craft
As the end of term nears, we made Christmas cards to give to our friends and family. We also held a Log Chew to consider ideas for the future renovations of our Scout hut.
Scouts Ace Teamwork Challenges in Wild and Wacky Meeting
In a recent scout meeting, members embarked on a series of activities aimed at working towards their teamwork and skills challenges badges. The evening kicked off with a survival scenario that transported the scouts into the heart of the Canadian…
Tee Rex! Scouts at Dino Golf
Over the past couple of weeks, Longford scouts travelled back to pre-historic times for a round of dino-themed crazy golf! Through the volcanos and the rapids, they battled through the extreme cold to fight for victory, and to finish early…
Ironing, Necker Rolling, and Car Know-How!
It’s not just tying knots and building fires—our scouts recently embarked on a journey of life skills that involved a bit of finesse with an iron, some clever necker rolling, and even a dash of automotive wisdom. Yep, you heard…
Shredding the Slopes: Scouts Take on Snowboarding at ChillFactor
Alright, adventure aficionados, gather ’round for the inside scoop on the Scouts’ recent rendezvous with winter wonder at ChillFactor. Picture a crisp evening, a group of eager scouts donning their snow gear, and the promise of conquering the slopes armed…
Monday 27th and Wednesday 29th November – Highland Games
Last week we forgot to take photos but enjoyed a night hike around the park, finding and collecting glow sticks on the way. In honour of St Andrew’s Day, we held our own Highland Games this week. We played a…
Bulls-Eye Bonanza: Explorers Hit the Mark with Crossbows
In a twist that could rival the latest Hollywood blockbuster, the local Explorers Scouts recently added a thrilling chapter to their adventure diaries during their last evening session. The usually intrepid Explorers, known for their outdoor escapades, decided to venture…
13th and 15th November – Diwali
The Beavers learned about Diwali to complete 2 more clauses of our My World challenge badge. We played an action story game, made diya lamps out of clay and tried some yoga! On Monday, another Bronze badge was awarded, the…
Local Knowledge Badge
In a demonstration of dedication and versatility, the Scouts have been fervently working on a variety of badges, each representing a unique aspect of skill development and personal growth. The pursuit of the Local Knowledge badge had Scouts immersing themselves…
