Cuboree Sleepover
For those Cub Scouts attending Cuboree, on Friday, June 22 there will be a sleepover at the Beenleigh Showgrounds for you all. As the bus will arrive at around 5:30am on Saturday June 23 for the trip to Rockhampton we would like all Cub Scouts attending to sleepover so we have everyone there and ready to roll out on time.
At this stage we are also likely to have other groups attending the location, for the same pick up time. It will be an additional bonus to meeting new people.
More information will be coming out once the Cuboree packs arrive in late May.
Cuboree Collections
If you are looking to spend some time in Rockhampton after Cuboree and would like to collect your Cub Scout from the event - or loved one - you will need to complete a pick up form and send back to Branch. If you head over to the Cuboree Website more details have been posted.
We have been advised that there will be no reduction in the Cuboree fees if you elect to pick up.
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Special Presentation
During the first few weeks of March, one of our families lost their house to fire. Grizzly, Sam & Kaleb lost almost everything and one of the items was the Scout Uniforms. Thanks to many people and Lisa for the sewing on of badges - trust me with these two there are a lot - she has recreated the patch work quilts on their sleeves.
The uniforms were presented to them on March 13. They were asked to step forward on parade due to them being out of uniform. It was great to be able to present something positive in a time of pain.
The uniforms were presented to them on March 13. They were asked to step forward on parade due to them being out of uniform. It was great to be able to present something positive in a time of pain.
Safety - Part 1
On March 13, the Cub Scouts went through Safety. This is a core teaching and due to its size we split in too. This week we had the Cubs Scouts run a skit on the dangers relating to poisons, swimming in deep water, driving in a car and being distracted.
For some of our members it was the first time they had taken part in a skit and they were all very good and funny. In the end they all sold the story and got the message across on the dangers that these activities can present.
We also split into the various Boomerang sections and went through wha the Buddy System was and why it is so important. It was also a good opportunity for our older Cub Scouts to teach the younger cubs about it. During this time they were asked does the Buddy System apply to just within Scouts and how it would work at home?
As unfortunate as it was that our lovely Paterson family lost their house to fire, it was a good example of how we have to look after each in times like these. Next week Grizzly will be going through the Safety section on Fire and using her personal experience explain the dangers of fire in and around the house.
To the Cub Scouts, the leaders were very impressed on the level of creative thinking for your skits. Well done, another moment for us all to be proud of.
For some of our members it was the first time they had taken part in a skit and they were all very good and funny. In the end they all sold the story and got the message across on the dangers that these activities can present.
We also split into the various Boomerang sections and went through wha the Buddy System was and why it is so important. It was also a good opportunity for our older Cub Scouts to teach the younger cubs about it. During this time they were asked does the Buddy System apply to just within Scouts and how it would work at home?
As unfortunate as it was that our lovely Paterson family lost their house to fire, it was a good example of how we have to look after each in times like these. Next week Grizzly will be going through the Safety section on Fire and using her personal experience explain the dangers of fire in and around the house.
To the Cub Scouts, the leaders were very impressed on the level of creative thinking for your skits. Well done, another moment for us all to be proud of.
Bagheera's Gift
On February 28, Bagheera completed the final stage of his Wood Bead badge course by presenting his project to the Den. This project took nearly 12 months to complete due to time issues through being involved in Cuboree 2012 and AJ2013 planning. However, I am proud to say that it finally got completed with the thanks to Wombat, Bunyip and Quokka who provided the expertise to complete it.
The project is a set of pigeon holes for the Cub Scouts to place there Dilly bags and items made on the night into.
The pigeon holes are split into 3 boxes on wheels
For me this is something that I can be proud to give to the Group and the Cub Scouts. It will also be something that will be used for many years to come.
The project is a set of pigeon holes for the Cub Scouts to place there Dilly bags and items made on the night into.
On the rear is a picture of 2 Cub Scouts. The idea is that at the end of the night the Cub Scout roll the boxes back into place to form the picture.
Recycling Night
On Tuesday, February 28, the Cub Scouts got into recycling. The night was a craft night, where they were able to create items from old milk cartons and drink bottles. From the milk cartons they created a small box and with the 1.25l bottles, they created a case that could be zipped up.
There was a lot of fun had and they learnt what else we can do with items we throw away.
Well done to Grizzly for sourcing the activities for the night.
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Pinewood Derby 2012
News has been added to the pinewood blog for our last event. I've added videos so you can relive the day.
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