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Sleepover on the Golden Hinde

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  Our unusual and exciting finale to the end of term was a sleepover on the Golden Hinde, the first English ship to sail around the world in the 16th century. Cubs took the train across London En route to the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich Cubs revelled in the snow outside and immersed themselves in the exhibits. It was a rather brief visit as we were due at the Golden Hinde where the Cubs donned Tudor garb and the crew began to immerse them in Tudor life: There were sessions on the barber-surgeons of the 16th century and a hands-on experience of the gruesome tools of their trade; life as a 'powder monkey' on the gun deck of the ship, preparing and firing cannons; and, navigating the high seas using cutting-edge tools of the day. It was hungry work going through all the activities, so it was a good job we had a hearty stew to fill our bellies, served on traditional implements: For a grand finale after dinner, the Cubs got to practice their swordsmanship skills on deck: A...

1EN Christmas BBQ

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Taking a leaf from our Australian friends 1st Ealing North Scouts decided to hold a traditional BBQ to celebrate the coming of the festive season. It was certainly cold.  Around 90 people came to 1EN HQ for BBQ favourites, a feast of salads, mulled wine and mince pies. The raffle produced some amazing prizes too. Thank you to everyone who joined us, those who helped out and those who supported the event. We managed to raise over £1,000 for the group! Have a great Christmas everyone. 

Tudor Camp Prep

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We turned our attention to our upcoming sleepover on the Golden Hinde, a 16th century galleon by thinking about life in Tudor times. We made ruffles from newspaper although most Cubs agreed they were uncomfortable! We practised writing as a Tudor with a feather quill: And we played leapfrog And finally, on our last session of the year we said goodbye to one of our leaders, Chil, and a number of Cubs all of whom will be going to Scouts next term. We wish them all the best.

Polar explorer Wendy Searle talks to 1EN Scouts

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I magine setting yourself a really hard challenge in one of the most hostile environments on earth. That's exactly what Wendy Searle has done - she's hoping to be the fastest women in history to ski solo, unassisted and unsupported from the Antarctic coast to the South Pole. Her expedition is called She Who Dares . Wendy, is a 45 year old mum with four children and wants to inspire people to go after ambitious goals which perhaps they had previously thought were unattainable. Before setting off for Antarctica, Wendy spoke to 1EN Cubs Leader Neil and answered questions posed by Beavers, Scouts and Cubs. To see the full interview - click here If you'd like to check out Wendy's progress and whereabouts check out Wendy's expedition page.

Personal Safety with PC Darby and PC Delargy

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We were joined by PC Darby and PC Delargy from the Hanger Hill Safer Neighbourhoods Team who chatted to the Cubs about their personal safety and what to do in the event of an emergency. The Cubs had lots of questions for the officers on their jobs and their equipment. We also did a number of activities on safety codes and practiced calling the emergency services.