District Raft Race

6pm Friday

Thank you to everyone who has contacted me about the District Raft Race.

To date I have replies from Harris, Harry, Gavin, Matthew W, Carl, Luke, Jack Mc, Aidan, Sam Mc, Liam, Anya and Sam M. If you have left a message on my home phone I'll add you to this list later tonight.

Please note that we will now meet at 4.30pm at Talkin Tarn. See you there. Don't forget your towel!

Summer Camp (Cubs)

23^rd June 2010

Dear Parents,

Summer Camp to Bassenthwaite – August 20^th – 22^nd 2010

Good news. At last we have been able to confirm the dates for the Summer Camp. This year the Cubs will be camping at Scarness, Bassenthwaite between Friday 20^th and Sunday 22^nd August. During this time they will be sailing, canoeing and kayaking on Bassenthwaite. All tuition is provided by experienced instructors and waterproofs and life jackets are provided as a matter of course.

The camp will cost a maximum of £50 and this will cover the costs of sailing instruction, camping, food and a special t-shirt and 'necker which we are using for the occasion. In order to keep the costs down we are hoping that parents can convey their children to and from the camp. The cost of a bus or minibus (which wouldn't be otherwise used) are expenses which we're trying to avoid.

We will be sleeping in tents on this camp.

This is a repeat of the 2007 camp which was very enjoyable. As on that camp we are limiting numbers to a maximum of 25 children. It will be a case of first come, first served.

At the end of the weekend, everyone who attends will have completed the Water Activities badge, Camper badge and added further Nights Away to their tallies.

If your child would like to go then they must have either completed their Swimmer Stage 1 badge or be able to swim to that level. If you are not sure of this then please speak to me. Other recognised swimming awards are acceptable if your child has not yet had the opportunity to complete their Swimmer Stage 1.

If your child wants to go then please can you complete the attached form and return this, along with a £20 deposit (the balance can be paid at the start of the camp) by Wednesday 7^th July. I will then forward to those going further details and the necessary paperwork.

I look forward to hearing from you all.

Yours sincerely,

David Hodgkiss
(Akela)

Map Showing Location of Scarness, Bassenthwaite

Scarness is 24 miles from Carlisle.

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Summer Camp 2010

I would like my child ___________________________ to attend the Summer Camp to Scarness, Bassenthwaite between August 20^th and 22^nd 2010.

I enclose a deposit of £20.

Signed _______________________________ Date _______________________

District Raft Race 2010

23^rd June 2010

 

Dear Parents,

District Raft Race 2010

This Saturday (26^th June) is the District Raft Race. This takes part at Talkin Tarn from 3.30pm. raft building and testing lasts for two hours with the first race starting between 5.00 and 5.30pm. We are entering two rafts each with two teams (16 people altogether.)

If your child wants to attend then you will have to:

1. Contact me (01228 594622 or email david.hodgkiss@btinternet.com) before Friday.
   
2. Complete the attached one day activity form.
   

To take part you must be able to swim and have completed at least the Stage 1 Swimmer or equivalent. You will need a full set of spare clothes on the day, along with a towel and sun cream. Money will be useful if you want to buy an ice cream.

I realise that this clashes with the Stanwix School Fayre but, as long as I know you are coming and that have arrived by 4.30pm that will be fine.

If you want further details then please contact me and I look forward to seeing you on Saturday.

Yours sincerely,

David Hodgkiss
(Akela)

Cubs Summer Camp - Bassenthwaite

We have finally been able to set the date for this years Cubs Summer Camp. We will be going to Scarness, Bassenthwaite for three days. Friday 20th August to Sunday 22nd August.
The camp will focus on Water Sports and the Cubs will be able to canoe, kayak and sail on two different days. All equipment, including waterproofs will be provided.
At this point I cannot be specific about cost but I don't expect that it will exceed £50.
I will be sending out a letter in due course but please book this date in your diary now.

Cubs Update

Have you checked out the website for the Bonaly (Edinburgh) Camp Video? If not then have a look.

I have uploaded a new timetable (click here) that gives details of activities until early December. Please download this and take a note of upcoming events. Importantly we have entered the District Raft Race on Saturday 26^th June. We will need help (and resources) if we are to build a raft or two on Wednesday 23^rd June. If you have any barrels, floatation devices or similar then we'd be grateful if we could borrow them. We're also looking out for life jackets and if you or your family have any then could we borrow them for the day?

Some dates for your diaries.

August Summer Camp to Bassenthwaite

September 24^th – 26^th District Cub Camp at Ratlingate

November 26th Wide Games and Sleepover at Ratlingate

2011

January 29th - Cardboard City Challenge at the Scout Hut

March 4^th – 6^th Winter Camp at Ratlingate

May 27^th – 30^th Spring Camp to Waddecar, Preston.

Our focus for this camp will be traditional activities including hiking, rafting and cooking. We will also be taking part in an underground maze challenge, archery and (possibly) climbing too.

See you Wednesday.

Akela