1EN Group Spring Camp 2024 - Cubs

All 1EN sections got together again for a one-night group camp at Walter Davies Scout Camp. We began with our usual flag breaking ceremony to open the camp, but this time it was slightly different...


Our Walpole and Pitshanger Scout troops were presented with new flags and the old flag was formally retired


Cubs and Beavers were given a safety briefing of dos and do nots while on camp


Once tents had been erected and bags put away, there was time for a quick game of hide and seek and Sardines (hide and seek in reverse!) in the woods


After lunch, Cubs took part in an Olympic-style sports day with lots of team activities
They then had an upper body workout with some bouldering

A spot of air rifle shooting

And a sensory workout with a blind trail

With so many activities and a long day behind them, everyone was grateful for a delicious spag bol made by our excellent kitchen team

The washing up was done by moonlight



As temperatures dropped, everyone gathered around the campfire for songs and toasted apples dipped in cinnamon and sugar






It was a sound night and we woke up to a beautiful dawn, birdsong and the sound of woodpeckers hammering on nearby trees


After getting dressed, Bagheera got the Cubs' blood pumping with a warm up session in the morning sunshine, followed by some deep breathing

A hearty and filling breakfast prepared everyone for a busy day ahead


With more washing up


And a period of thought and reflection with Baloo, with many Cubs camping and being away from home for the first time


Cubs visited the Scouts' campsite to get a taster of activities they'll experience on their Scouting journey





We also practiced a bit of First Aid



And then applied their fire building skills to cook their lunch, including some yummy s'mores!

Everyone left with a copy of our special camp badge. The badge was designed by Maria, who won our badge design competition





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