1st Ealing North News

With Summer camp just around the corner, the Cubs focused on sharpening up some key camp skills this week. Good packing is essential to any successful camp, so we discussed what you may need to pack, and how best to pack it so they are well prepared. Roll matt's and sleeping bags are particularly tricky customers, so the Cubs spent some time  practising the correct techniques to get these packed away. You can thank us later! :) Whilst the packing was going on inside, the other half of the group learnt how to light and manage a camp fire safely. After a a safety briefing, the Cubs collected and sorted the wood into piles of tinder, kindling and timber, before building their fire...   With the fires built it was time to get them lit... And no campfire is complete without marshmallows of course! Even if one or two were a little over done!

This week Scouts visited Perivale Wood to learn more about this wonderful local nature reserve. They learned about the diverse wildlife thriving there and how the wood is actively managed by the volunteer team. The Scouts then got hands on to cut back the invasive holly blocking the light from the woodland floor in part of the reserve. Before and after Scouts 1 - Holly 0!

What a day! The 1st Ealing North Scouts lit up Montpelier Park with their fourth Community Day, and this year’s celebration was bigger, bolder, and more fun-filled than ever—blessed by glorious spring sunshine and buzzing with excitement! Hundreds of happy faces joined our amazing Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts for an action-packed afternoon of games, laughter, and lots of cake! From not one but two epic bouncy castles , refreshing homemade lemonade (cheers to the Cubs!), and a cake stall bursting with sweet treats , to Scout-led games , sizzling hot dogs , spicy samosas , and even the chance to smash some crockery —there was something for everyone ! The kids got their faces painted, dived into the creative game from the Beaver leaders, hunted for treasures among the pre-loved goodies, and tackled our incredible obstacle course like champs. 🎯💪 A massive thank you to all our brilliant volunteers, families, and everyone who came along. It was truly heartwarming to see our community co...

The Cub Scouts enjoyed exploring the newest park in Ealing - Pear Tree Park on a hike around local parks. A peaceful green space, with winding paths and towering trees, the park was the perfect setting for an evening of outdoor adventure. And we welcomed a special guest from 2nd Balsall Common Scout Group, too!

When you mix a handful of curious Cubs and a park full of mystery, you get an evening to remember—and this one ticked all the boxes for the Gardening and Environmental Conservation badges! 🍓 Seasonal Food Table Who knew fruit could be so dramatic? Cubs learned which fruits grow when, and several attempted to eat the props. Educational  and  nutritious. 🐛Mini Beasts  Next up the cubs got to know all about the creepy crawlies that live in our gardens and outdoor spaces, and how they are vital to preserving the eco system. They then  learnt about respecting the countryside via the countryside code: don’t litter, shut gates behind you, and definitely don’t chase sheep (yes, that’s a rule).  To finish the Cubs donned gloves and armed themselves with blue bin bags, and grabber sticks (supervised, don’t worry!), to litter pick the park like an eco-army. They picked, they cleaned, they found mysterious objects that raised more questions than answers. Bonus points for ...