Posted by Sean Taaffe | Posted in 6th Scouts, Group News, News, Scout News | Posted on 25-03-2022
As mentioned at the last meeting the section are competing in the Cork South Shield Competition this year on the 6th-8th of May at Kilcully Scout Campsite.
In preparation for this we are going to Fota Scout Centre on the weekend of April 8th – 10th. This weekend is not limited to those who wish to attend the shield. All scouts are welcome to attend, the more the merrier.
Scouts attending must have an activities consent form completed and returned to us and also have paid the annual registration.
Securing a place is subject to a non-refundable deposit of €10 and can be paid at the next meeting (30th March).
- Arrive: 7:30pm on Friday 8th April
- Depart: 2pm on Sunday 10th April
Accommodation: Tents
Cost:
- Cost is 40 euro per scout (including deposit). This will cover accommodation, food and programme for the weekend.
- The full amount is due on Wednesday the 6th of April.
Gear List:
- Uniform not necessary but neckerchief is a MUST.
- Old/worn clothing is best to be used for this weekend
- Sleeping bag
- Bivvy bag
- Full raingear (jacket and leggings)
- Warm hat and gloves
- Hiking boots
- Tea towel
- Unbreakable cup, bowl, plate
- Knife, fork and spoon
- Two complete changes of clothes
- Towel and personal wash gear
- Water bottle – at least 1 litre
- Torch and spare batteries
Directions:
Please DO NOT pack ANY electronic devices or mobile phones or bring any such devices on the weekend.
Douglas & St. FinBarres Scout Group accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage caused to electronic devices or mobile phones while away on this weekend.
Leaders WILL NOT ‘mind’ ‘take care’ ‘watch over’ any electronic devices or mobile phones for Scouts on this weekend
Should you have any further query please do not hesitate to contact me at seantaaffe@douglasscouts.ie
Yours in Scouting,
Sean and Ronan.