Month: July 2018

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News Scouts

Scouts go wild @ Air run, Stormont

Another summer adventure this week, with 10 scouts and 2 leaders taking part in the Wild Air Run on Saturday.   A fun run around the grounds of Stormont, over 10 huge inflatables, while soaking each other with water blasters! What could be more fun?  Loads of laughing , falling, slipping and soaking of all who took part.

After changing into dry clothes and eating our picnics, it was time to head back home. A short stop off at Burger King for ice cream, although some scouts chose to buy burgers instead, even  though they already had their lunch!
Unfortunately, two other scouts who wanted to attend the event were ill on the day. Get well soon guys.

Also, thanks again to Shauna for being photographer for the day.

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News Scouts

Summer fun! Scouts at the Edge


Scouts requested a trip to the Edge water sports @ the Crannagh as one of their summer activities, so this was the venue for this weeks meeting! Of course, a leader had to accompany them for safety 😉. Great evening slipping, sliding, jumping and swimming under the supervision of the Edge lifeguards.  At the end of the session they enjoyed hot chocolate, biscuits and donuts (thanks Rebecca 🍩). Photos by Shauna.
 
 
 
 

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Beavers News

Beavers Party and Badges

Last week was the Beavers end of year party. During a log chew earlier in the year the kids had asked for a wii Just Dance party, so we gave them their wish. There were also some fair games (left from group camp) and lots of sweets, crisps and ice lollies. Great fun was had by all. At the end of the meeting it was time to award badges to those present, including two bronzes (the highest badge a Beaver can achieve) to Ishbel and Oliver. Well done to both of them and good luck as they move on to Cubs for more adventures in September. Our newest member was also invested in front of all her fellow Beavers. Thanks to all parents for their support throughout the year. Enjoy your summer and we are looking forward to seeing you all next year.

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End of Year Group Camp

Ballymoney Scout Group had their first ever all section group camp in June.   The Scouts and Cubs went horse riding on Friday night before getting some bounce time on the inflatable assault course.  This was followed by a camp fire and s’mores toasted on the fire.  After a few songs it was off to bed.
Up bright and early for breakfast on Saturday and then the Scouts were off to Glenariff Forest Park for a hike and some photography work.  The Cubs then had their outing to Rosepark farm, who just happened to be having birthday celebrations! When the Scouts got back they had some free time and the option to go to play volleyball or play on the inflatable before the Beavers came on site for their camp.  Some of the Scouts and Beaver parents assisted in  leading the Beavers on their horse riding session.  When the Beavers had finished their horse riding it was time for the BBQ.  After dinner the Scouts setup and ran the camp fair for the Beavers and Cubs to play.  Another campfire, s’mores and songs and a very tired group headed to bed.
Sunday morning and those awake early enough enjoyed watching the horses being brought in from the field – they counted 30 horses passing by. After breakfast time it was time to pack all the gear away into rucksacks. Beavers and Cubs then made creative pool noodle ponies while Scouts worked hard breaking camp.
Parents arrived, group camp badges were distributed and many tired young people and leaders were ready to head to the comforts of home.
Many thanks to all at Sheans horse farm for helping our young people with the horse riding and the use of their facilities for camp. Also, thanks to Dr Walker for running the volleyball, Rebecca for cooking the BBQ and all the other leaders who made camp possible.

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Beavers Cubs News Scouts

BARK Food Collection

Over the month of June all three sections have been bringing in donations for BARK a local dog shelter.  BARK had put out an appeal for donations of tinned dog food to the local community and Ballymoney Scout Group answered.  We hope that what we have collected over the month will have made a small difference.  Louise (in the photos with the crutches)from BARK let the Scouts around to see all of the dogs that are waiting to get re-homed.
 

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News Scouts

Scouts at Picnic and Pulling

The Scouts (plus a Beaver and a Cub) were up bright and early on the first day of their summer holidays to go out and do a bit for the local community.  The event organised by Ross Hamilton was called Picnic and Pulling with the national trust, to remove an invasive species called ragwort.  The event was in the picturesque Whitepark Bay on the north coast.  For many this was the first time at the beach of Whitepark Bay including some of the leaders.  The Scouts worked really well even in the very hot conditions.  Ross spent time chatting with and educating the Scouts as they were weeding.  After their hard work they sat down and enjoyed their picnic before heading to the beach to cool down and have some fun.





We will be looking forward to any up coming events organised in the future.