October 2007..

Trying to catch my tail here and catch up. We've had such a busy time during October:-

The Beavers have completed their Animal Friend activity badge, they undertook a 2 week diary of activites for their pet descirbing all the things they needed to do to ensure that their pet remains happy and well.

They've also completed both elements of the Safety Badge one part being the green cross code, and we invited our local neighbourhood lollipop lady to help us with this.

The second part of the badge incorporated a discussion in small groups around general water safety and the understanding of the warning signs displayed at beaches and rivers etc.

For a more creative evening, we invited the ladies from the local linedancing club to join us and teach the beavers (and us) some simple dance routines. Although they may not admit it, the beavers really quite enjoyed themselves, as did we!!!! (Honestley)

We've also completed the Hobbies activity badge. The beavers individually, gave a small demonstration or talk about their chosen hobbie to the leaders and a small group. Its clear that we have variety of talent in the colony including:- cricket, fishing, football, swimming, gymnastics, walking and various collections. Quite amazing!

Fundraising Event

Fundraising event - Sunday. All sections of the Scout Group joined in and helped with the planning and preparations. The weather was fantastic, which was a god send, especially for the children participating in the sponsored runs. The over 8's did a mini run of approx 2 miles on a planned course, whilst the under 8's sprinted round the edge of the school field. Winners of both runs and runners-up where presented with medals.

There where some great activities including sponge throwing and elastic band shooting, beat the goalie and the human fruit machine which all the children thoroughly enjoyed.

Thank you to everybody who helped with the event, either by attending and spending money or with preparations, contributing gifts and or time etc. A special thank you to the parents and volunteers who helped on the day, and Sarah who made all those fantastic biscuits for us the week before!