Please check back here – this list may & probably will be added to!
Full & correct Uniform – Worn travelling and possibly at other occasions
After discussion, a lot of people are missing or grown out of uniform parts since covid / lockdown etc. Because of this, we’re no longer requiring full uniform. However everyone MUST have a Neckerchief – this will be worn nearly all times throughout the camp.
We would ask not to bring any electronic devices. They can easily get lost / stolen / damaged and we will not accept any responsibility for them.
If you choose to bring a mobile phone on camp (at your own risk), please be aware that it’s likely that you might not be able to charge it. Also, use of same may be limited to specific times etc.
Due to the nature of the activities planned, we’d recommend not bringing good / expensive clothes.
Please check back here often. This list may & likely will be added to!
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
Food before hike: Hike is not overly difficult, but a good breakfast is essential to fuel their walk until their 1st food break.
For the health and safety of all our scouts if we deem any inappropriately dressed for the hike they will not be permitted to attend. Parents are asked to wait until check is completed.
Gear they must have…
– Rain gear (coat and water proof pull ups) – Warm hat & warm gloves – Warm clothes – multi-layers are best – Warm socks – Boots – Knap sack (lined with a large bin bag) – Torch + spare batteries – Compass – Food – Water 1 litre minimum – Small 1st aid kit + face mask – Whistle
Optional items that are very useful…
– Walking poles – Gaters – Spare hat and spare gloves – Spare fleecy jacket. – Small flask with hot drink – Bivvy bag – Extra snacks eg a few small choc bars or bag of jellies.
Regarding Mobile Devices…
If your scout brings a mobile device to track their route it is best to keep it in a dry bag, have a spare battery and cable.
Note: Leaders will not take responsibility for any smart devices brought by scouts.
Spare clothes and footwear should be left in the car that will be collecting them.
2020 has been a very challenging year for everyone and for Scouting it has been no different.
We hope to return to Scouting of some form shortly and continue on in January for all our sections. This of course can change and will depend on Government, HSE and Scouting Ireland guidelines.
The Group Secretary sent out an email to all our parents on Monday last to ask for confirmation if your child will be returning to Scouting with us so we can plan for the coming months.
We would appreciate it if you could let us know by replying to dsfgroupsecretary@douglasscouts.ie as soon as possible and if you could please mention your childs name and the section they are in when replying we would appreciate it.
If your child does not currently wish to return but changes their mind in the future we will of course welcome them back.
Unfortunately at this stage, we feel we have no option but to cancel Camp 2020 to Silver Cross in Swansea.
The current situation with Covid-19 makes it seem less and less likely that we would be in a position to run this trip safely – and the safety and welfare of all our members is always our paramount consideration.
Over the weekend, we will be cancelling the ongoing payments made – and refunding all monies paid to date – including the deposit.
We know that this will disappoint & upset many of our members – both young and old – and it’s heart breaking for us to do so.
In the event that we’re all pleasantly surprised & things improve unexpectedly, we will of course look at planning another camp. Unfortunately though, that seems highly unlikely.
To our friends in Silver Cross – so sorry – but we know your understand.
As ever, please contact us at camp20@douglasscouts.ie with any thoughts or queries.
As
you can all imagine, like everyone else, our thoughts are all centering
on Covid-19 at the moment. And how it’s affecting us all in our daily
lives & affecting our friends and families.
We
also have, as you can imagine, been discussing ongoing Scouting – and
in particular our upcoming Summer Camp in Swansea in July / August of
this year.
While everyone acknowledges that the Covid-19 situation is constantly evolving, as of now we’re currently still planning Camp 2020 as if it is going ahead as planned. This may change of course, and if it does, we will notify you as soon as possible and will refund all monies paid.
Most importantly – Please keep safe and look out for each other.
Depart Frankfield Church car park at 1830hrs on Friday 31st
All must travel in full uniform.
Please ensure all have dinner before departure.
Beavers
Depart Frankfield at 1000hrs on Sat 1st
All must travel in full uniform.
Everyone will return to Frankfield Church carpark on Sunday 27th Jan at approx. 1530hrs.
Keep an eye on our social media (Facebook & Twitter) for updates on the return journey
Gear List Parents and Scouts please take note that there is no need for sweets or snacks as all food and treats will be provided throughout the course of the weekend. There is also no food allowed in the dormitories.
The group takes NO responsibility for any electronic equipment brought on or damaged while on camp
GEAR LIST – Cub Scouts, Scouts & Venture Scouts (Please have your child pack themselves or assist you with the packing so they’ll know whats in their own bag)
Tea Towel & a J-Cloth
Sleeping Bag & small pillow
Full set of wash-gear i.e. Soap, Facecloth, towel, Toothbrush & Paste, Deodorant
Good walking & hiking shoes or boots
Three full complete changes of clothes
Pyjamas
Spare underwear and socks
Rain gear
Torch plus extra batteries
GEAR LIST – Beaver Scouts (Please have your Beaver Scout assist you with the packing so they’ll know whats in their own bag)
Tea Towel & a J-Cloth
Sleeping Bag & small pillow
Full set of wash-gear i.e. Soap, Facecloth, towel, Toothbrush & Paste
Tonight (13th November) we announced that Camp 2020 for our Scouts & Venture Scouts will be to Silver Cross Scout Campsite in Swansea.
Camp 2020 will take place from July 18th until August 1st
Camp 2020 will cost €595 per Scout
Easypaymentsplus payment has been activated; we require a deposit of €85 by December 1st and then on the 2nd of each month a further €85 will be paid until 2nd June 2020
If you’ve any questions please email camp2020@douglasscouts.ie or speak with one of the section leaders
An invite to all our Scouts and Venture Scouts and their parents to the big reveal of the Summer Camp 2020 location in the Scout Hall from 19:30 for one hour on Wednesday November 13th
