Category: Scouts

31st May 2016

Bye Bye Jamboree

A day after the end of the Jamboree now and finally unpacked, more or less.

We have had an absolutely fantastic time, and we hope that the Scouts have been telling many stories about what they have experienced at the Jamboree.

It was an adventure for all of them, and hopefully it has inspired them to explore more of the wonderful world of Scouting.

Soon there will be a photo album appearing online with a whole lot of pictures taken at the Jamboree, so that memories can be shared along friends and family.

Yours in Scouting,
The 78th Jamboree team,

Lesley, Mandy, George, Tim and Arnold

Posted in Cubs, Featured, Scouts

5th May 2016

Annual General Meeting

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!

Posted in 78th Kingswood Scout Group, Beavers, Cubs, Featured, Leaders, Scouts

18th April 2016

The Countdown Has Started

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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19th March 2016

Sport Relief a success

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:

 

Posted in 78th Kingswood Scout Group, Beavers, Cubs, Featured, Scouts

10th March 2016

Sport Relief

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.

Posted in Beavers, Cubs, Featured, Scouts

28th February 2016

Join Us

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:

  • Beavers (ages 6–8)
  • Cubs (ages 8-10½)
  • Scouts (ages 10½–14)

Interested? Use our contact page to let us know.

Posted in 78th Kingswood Scout Group, Beavers, Cubs, Featured, Scouting, Scouts

16th February 2016

Avon Jamboree 2016

There have been some questions regarding the Avon County Jamboree. We will try to answer as many as we can. If you can’t find the information you need just get in touch with us.

One of the questions was ‘What is a Jamboree?‘
The answer: In Scouting, a jamboree is a large gathering of Scouts who rally at a regional, national or international level. And as the name of this particular jamboree suggests, it is a county event.

So when will the Avon Jamboree take place?
The Avon County Jamboree is taking place from 27th to 30th May 2016 at the Westerleigh Showgrounds.

What activities will there be?
Well, there will plenty of activities on offer, ranging from grass sledging to bungee runs, from Quidditch to archery, and there will even be the opportunity to play African drums. Just go and have a look on the Avon Jamboree website to see what is all on offer.

Who is doing all the cooking?
This will be done by a catering company who are specialised in catering for large groups. If you want to find out more, there is a sample menu available on the Avon Jamboree website.

Where are you going to sleep?
We will be camping in tents in the Kingswood subcamp.

What to do next?
We are now taking bookings for Scouts and Cubs who wish to attend. The total cost of the event for each participant is £60 which covers; Camping, Activities and Catering. A payment option is available via OSM, but we would like to know who likes to attend before sending out payment requests. To ensure a place, a non-returnable deposit of £30 is required by Wednesday 17th February (although there is some grace in this) and the final payment of £30 by the end of March. Just let us know on Wednesday evening who likes to attend or fill out the form below.

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Posted in 78th Kingswood Scout Group, Cubs, Featured, Scouts

1st February 2016

Investiture

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.

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