Winter Camp 2011

9^th February 2011

Dear Parents,

Winter Camp 2011

It may be February but our camping and outdoor activities are now just around the corner. As tradition now dictates our winter camp will be at Ratlingate between Friday 4^th March (7.00pm start) and Sunday 6^th March (depart at 10.30am.)

The cost for this camp will be £30.

This year we are having a cycling and CycloX theme. All of the Cubs will have the opportunity to work towards their Cyclist badge and work through some of the elements of the Bikeability Scheme (the new Cycling Proficiency.)

The Cubs will be sleeping inside in the dormitories whilst the Scouts camp outside.

The Winter Camp has become very popular and I can truly say that there’s never a dull moment! Normal kit applies but we ask that all parents send their child with warm clothing that is suitable for the time of year. Wellies are essential at Ratlingate in the winter. Don’t forget that to take part in the Cycling you must bring both your bike (please check that the brakes are working and tyres inflated) and a helmet. These are compulsory. No helmet – no ride.

Can we also ask that each child brings a traybake or similar to share over the weekend along with a £1 coin. So often we seem to run out of these essential items and children seem only to be able to find a hand-towel when requested.

Please can you a medical and permission form if your child/ren are planning to attend and return this by February 16th along with a cheque for £30.

Yours sincerely,

David Hodgkiss (Akela)