We would like to invite all parents for our annual general meeting on Wednesday 18th May 7.15 to 7.45pm in the main hall at the Church.
Drinks and Refreshments will be served.
It has been another busy year so we would like to share this will all of our members and their family. It will also give us the opportunity to tell you about plans we have for next season.
Meet you there!
Less then 2 months to go now until the Avon County Jamboree starts.
Over 2000 people has signed up for this big adventure. And there is still time to sign up if you want to, just get in touch (or use the form below).
If you are taking part then please could you ask your parents/guardians to fill out these forms and return them to us before Wednesday 27th April:
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Over the next couple of weeks a lot more information will be finding its way to you so please keep an eye on your inbox, or keep checking our website.
Last weekend there has been a site visit to where the Jamboree is going to be held, currently all still fields but soon it will become a tented village.
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On Wednesday 16th March the Beavers, Cubs and Scouts all took part in the Sport Relief fund raiser.
We managed to do a wide variety of games so hopefully we will have had a successful evening raising loads of money. At this moment in time we do not have a figure yet but we are positive that it is going to be great.
If you have not managed to bring in a sponsor form it is not too late, or if you would like to make a donation then that can be done as well, just bring it along on Wednesday and we will add this to the running total.
Here is an impression of what we have been doing:
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On Wednesday 16th March we are going to be raising money for Sport Relief, by being as active as possible. Beavers, Cubs and Scouts will be using all of the sporting equipment that we own and doing a bit of everything, so we hope that they should be exhausted by the time they get home.
They have been sent home with a sponsorship form this week, but in reality it is difficult to sponsor them as we are not exactly sure what they will do or how many times they will attempt to do it.
Therefore we would be grateful if you could collect all your loose change this week and send it in instead. Hopefully this is a less stressful way to raise some money for a good cause without going through the pain of taking a sponsor form to work! 2 years ago we raised several hundred pounds with our sponsored skip-a-thon, so please give generously.
Next week will be normal times, but no uniform needed. A water bottle and sports kit would be a good idea though.
Adventure is at the heart of everything we do. It is the single most important thing that sets Scouts apart.
Through the everyday adventure of Scouting, young people and adult volunteers regularly experience new challenges that enrich their lives.
From camping and hiking to climbing and cycling, there are hundreds of activities that Scouting offers. At the moment we have spaces available so why not join in and see for yourself.
There are fun and exciting activities and opportunities in each of the three sections:
Interested? Use our contact page to let us know.
This Wednesday, the 3rd of February, we will be having an investiture night.
Every section will be welcoming new members, some of them for the very first time and some of them moving up in section. Please make sure that everyone knows their promise, law and motto. In case you need a reminder, you can find them in the sections menu at the top of the page, or by clicking one of the following links: Beavers, Cubs or Scouts.
Parents are welcome from 7pm in the main hall.
Posted in 78th Kingswood Scout Group, Beavers, Cubs, Featured, Scouts
We can’t believe another year is coming to an end, and we have been doing some great things. Who remembers the water bottle rockets flying high into the sky? And what about the archery competition at camp? Or pirates all over the place? Muddy tunnels anyone? Cruising down the cycle track alongside the Avon Valley Railway all the way to Bitton? Sure there were wide games as well at some point. And who has seen Cubs cooking? Or Scout making a fire? One of the highlights must have been……… Apple Crumble. Who knows what adventures we will have next year.
From all of us from 78th Kingswood Scout Group, we wish you a Merry Christmas and an adventurous New Year.
Have a happy holiday and we will see you all again on Wednesday 6th January 2016!
YiS
After the success of last year’s party, we have decided that this year’s Christmas Party will be again bowling at Aspects Leisure Park, Longwell Green.
Cubs and Beavers need to arrive at 5.45pm and meet in the foyer to ensure a start time of 5.50pm. We anticipate that we will finish about 7.00pm.
Scouts will start at 7:15pm (if you are picking up cubs, then drop off from 7 is fine), and will finish at 9pm (a bit earlier than the normal 9:15).
Don’t forget to fill out the permission slip (which has been emailed out to all parents) and hand it back to us. Please ensure that activity wear and neckerchiefs are worn.
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As part of this year’s Remembrance Sunday, the 78th Kingswood Group has been invited again to attend the British Legion Remembrance Parade which marches through Staple Hill to Page Park for a very special service of remembrance at the Cenotaph. There will be other groups from the Scouting Association attending, along with members of various armed forces, both past and present.
This is a VERY special occasion and an excellent opportunity for the younger generation to represent themselves in front of the older generation. As such, all attendees must be in FULL uniform and wearing a Poppy. Please ensure that your child has a coat, ideally a pac-a-mac that can be packed down small. If the weather is cold, then extra layers can be worn under their uniform. As a mark of respect we always ensure that the full uniform is on display unless it is raining. (This includes black shoes – no trainers)
We will be walking as a group behind the 28th Kingswood Group from their headquarters, so please be at their hut in Christchurch Avenue by Christchurch Infant School at 9:30; parking is restricted so it is best to park in Shrubbery Road or Co-op. The Group walk to the British Legion at Staple Hill via Pendennis Road, then as a larger contingent with the Salvation Army Band playing to Page Park. This year the 78th have been asked to read a prayer as part of the service. When this service is over, we will be walking with the 28th and 85th Kingswood Groups to the Downend Scout Memorial for a small Scouting Service.
Parents are encouraged to accompany us along the pavements as the parade moves and attend the service in Page Park and at the Downend Memorial. Alternatively your child can be collected outside the Sainsbury’s Local, Downend for collection around 11:30 / 12:00.
We know that you recognise the significance of this year’s Anniversary commemorations and therefore look forward to seeing the younger generation support this important event.
Please watch this report on the BBC website about the Boy Scout War Memorial: Downend War Memorial, Bristol: Scouts at War