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Halloween Sleepover

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21 Beavers joined up with Beavers from across Arundel & Littlehampton on Saturday 22nd October for a spooky Halloween themed sleepover at the Sports Dome, Littlehampton.

The beavers took part in craft, games, disco and animal interaction, before a takeaway dinner. After which they were joined by Badges the Beaver for a special 30th Birthday cake and film before bed.

All had a fantastic time, our thanks to the District Team for organising it….. looking forward to more nights away events in the future.

View our photo album by clicking on the image below

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Co-op Local Community Fund

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We have been selected to receive funding from the Co-op Local Community Fund. It means that we will get a contribution towards replacing worn out camping equipment. But we need your help. The more support we get, the more funding we could receive.

So if you’re a Co-op Member log in to your Co-op Membership account and choose us.

If you’re not a member, you can join online and then support us!

Cubs Sussex 100 Camp

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On Friday 29th July 18 Cubs, 5 adults and 3 young leaders from 1st Barnham joined over 3000 Cubs and leaders from across Sussex for Sussex100, a special once in a lifetime camp to celebrate the centenary of Cub Scouts. Camping at the South of England Showground, Ardingly for 3 nights in ‘Hathi’ sub camp along with other packs from Arundel & Littlehampton District and Ashdown District (East Sussex).

Whilst at Sussex 100 the Cubs participated in hundreds of activities, from Archery to Zorbing and attended the four main arena events, including Opening Ceremony, Fireworks Extravaganza and Birthday Celebration Closing Ceremony.

Our thanks goes to all those involved in organising and delivering this fantastic event.

For more of the action, take a look at the Sussex100 YouTube videos

Drusillas

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22 Beavers and Cubs had a fantastic day out at Drusillas Park as part of the Arundel & Littlehampton District Beavers30 celebrations. Take a look at all the animals we met and fun we had!

Amberley Beaver Explore Day

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23 Beavers from Barnham and Walberton joined 250 other beavers for a fun pack day exploring the Museum. They made wooden woggles, put up a tent, had a go at printing, went on a nature walk and much more. Everyone enjoyed all the activities but the Beavers said the train and bus ride were the best!

Pinewood Derby & AGM

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Thank you to everyone that attended our Pinewood Derby & AGM.

Congratulation to those Beavers, Cubs & Scout who won either the ‘Best Design’ or ‘Fastest Car’ competition. There were lost of great designs; take a look at the event album to see them in action!

Our thanks to those volunteers standing down, continuing and joining the Group Executive Committee. Key roles confirmed today:
Mark Guy – Group Scout Leader
Nicky Pouler – Group Chairman
Kirsti Longland – Group Secretary
Marilou Elphinstone – Group Treasurer

Annual Report & Accounts 2015-16

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This year, we thought we’d try and be more environmentally friendly so only a limited number of printed documents will be available at our AGM on Saturday 18th June 2016. Please find below the two key documents, our Annual Report and Annual Accounts, for your review prior to the meeting.

Annual Report 2015-16 Annual Accounts 2015-16

Dragon Boat Challenge 2016

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The Scouts had a great time today competing in the Chichester Rotary Dragon Boat Challenge and all to help raise funds for local charities.

As the only ‘Young Dragon’ team entered this year, all races were against an adult team. Our team did a great job, winning two races and losing another by a Dragon’s whisker!

Check out the team in action in our photo gallery (which includes a video too!)

Pinewood Derby & AGM – 18th June

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This week your child will be starting to make a Pinewood Derby Car. They will be coming home with a lump of wood, wheels etc and instructions!

The cars will then be judged and raced at our AGM on Saturday 18th June. Please come along and support this event. Rolls Royce will also be bringing a car along to show.

Please can you make a cake to bring along and share?

We are also looking for a couple of parents to join our Executive Committee. The committee meets approximately 4 times a year and manages how the group is run and how the finances are spent. If you are interested in joining us, please speak to either Mark Guy or Nicky Poulter. Details about being an Executive Committee member can be found here.

Many thanks and we look forward to seeing you on 18th June.

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