Last Thursday, the Scouts session focused on pioneering skills, with an engaging activity that tested both their creativity and technical knowledge. The group worked in teams to build catapults and trebuchets using the knots they'd been practising over the past…
Athlete Badge
In a recent meeting, the Thursday Scouts focused on the athletic side of things, targeting their athlete badge. The session kicked off with a series of warm-up exercises designed to prepare everyone for the activities ahead. Following the warm-up, the…
Thursday Scouts – Bibby’s farm
In their latest outdoor adventure, the Thursday Scouts ventured to Bibby's Farm for a camping weekend filled with activities. The group had a hands-on experience cooking meals over open fires and honed their navigational skills through orienteering challenges. They also…
Water camp
In June, the Thursday Scouts and Tuesday Explorers embarked on their annual water camp at Tatton Park. Over the weekend, our Scouts and Explorers engaged in a variety of water-based activities, including raft building, kayaking, and canoeing. The group rotated…
Cooking on Fires
During the latest Thursday Scouts' gathering, the focus was on fundamental survival skills, with an emphasis on fire building and outdoor cooking. The Scouts energetically collaborated to gather wood from the nearby areas, which they then used to skillfully light…
Saw and Knives
During the latest Thursday Scouts meeting, the group focused on practicing essential camping skills, particularly how to use knives and saws safely. All Scouts were guided through the correct techniques for handling and maintaining these tools, under close supervision to…
Putting up Tents
In their latest meeting, the Thursday Scouts focused on honing their tent-pitching skills in preparation for the upcoming camp. The session involved practising the setup of various tents, ensuring each Scout was familiar with the process. Through hands-on practice, they…
Orienteering
In their latest session, the Thursday Scouts took part in an orienteering activity around Longford Park. The group focused on finding various waypoints throughout the park using maps and compasses. Each Scout was responsible for navigating to these points and…
Axe Throwing
During the latest Thursday Scouts meeting, the group engaged in an axe throwing activity. The focus was on understanding the technique of throwing axes at specific target angles. The Scouts practiced their aim and worked on consistently hitting the targets…
