Wow! We’re all back safe and sound from ScoutSki 2017 in Passo Tonale. We knew it would be an incredible trip, but, truth be told, this surpassed even our expectations (and then some!) Everything went super-smoothly, everyone made great progress on the slopes, and there were so many highlights that I’m not even sure where …
The countdown to Scout Ski begins! With just 5 days to go, the group are learning the basics of Italian. Might take longer than an hour to master it though…!
Cobden Scouts were up at Cumberland Cottage for our annual end-of-November visit. Having arrived and slogged our way up the path with all our kit in a harsh winter wind on Friday night, we were pleased to find more settled weather on the Saturday and Sunday, with it still being cold (close to freezing!) but …
1st Marple Scouts will be running our annual Bedding Plants fundraiser again this year! With prices held at 2010 prices of just £2 per box, it’s not only a great way to help support a local cause, but also a bit of a bargain! All you need to do is download and print off this …
We’ve hit a lot of traffic, so we’re back to the 16:00 eta. We might be delayed longer, so keep checking the site.
….and so, as the camp closing ceremony passes over with admirable theatrical acts from all 5 patrols, I thought I’d just type a ‘quick’ post dedicated to the incredible guys in charge. Like a busker reaching the grand finale – now is the time to pitch on behalf of the impressive Top squad on camp …
Red team triumphed in the paintball, with Harrison picked out as the person who performed the best death scene!? There were a few scouts frustrated by friendly fire, but most we’re pretty excited and couldn’t wait to do it again!
Greetings readers, to yesterday’s catch up where Dinosaurland and the Jurassic Lyme Regis reigned. An initial Cave man wide game had the patrols hunting, literally, for their breakfast then a patrol five a side football competition was followed by camp ovens resulting in Pizza and chips for lunch. The antiquated Dinosaur fossil land museum entertained …
