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June 21 Beaver Sleepover Once again the District Beaver Sleepover had a good turn out with 40 Beavers from 7 Colonies taking part. The Evening started with a treasure hunt, clues around Chapeltown and Burncross leading us to a park. A nice pleasant stroll back with the only two questions being asked were "when is it supper time" and "how much further is it". Once back it was supper time with hot dogs on the menu. Then "can we get our beds out" cry from the Beavers. Once the beds and the Beavers were ready it was DVD time, but it was about 10pm by then. Don't know what happened this year but they were all asleep by 1.30am and stayed in their beds until 6.30am. Once awake they were up and ready. Things soon packed and breakfast had, it was games until time for the coach to come to take us to The Yorkshire Sculpture Park. The first sculptures we saw were of men without any cloths on, shock and horror from the leaders, laughs and giggles from the Beavers. We walked through a field of sheep which some of the Beavers had never done, and yes trying to avoid the sheep poo but not very well as it is not very easy when the field is completly covered in it, they climbed all over a large log that had fell over years before. Lunch was a picnic on the grass and then another long walk around to the musical trees and on to the natural adventure playground the Beavers realy enjoyed. Then 3.30pm off for home to a drink and biscuit ready to be collected. 40 wore out Beavers and 12 even more wore out leaders. But they all said they had enjoyed it and talked about next time. May 21 Don District Reports Forthcoming Events   DON DISTRICT BECKFORD PEG 2009  Well 12 months ago I asked what I was doing up at 7-30am on a Saturday and 12 months on I found myself doing the same thing as the Beckford Peg competition comes round again. Last year the route was probably too long and this year I was hoping that I’d got the route right and that all the teams would complete the hike and tackle the challenges on the way, and not forget to answer the 11 questions just to test their observation powers as they went round. Of the 15 teams predicted 12 turned up on the day and were set off at 10 minute intervals from Hesley Wood on their challenge to find their way via the 12 checkpoints to hopefully finish at the 105th Headquarters’ having avoided been hit by any flying golf balls on Tankersley Park Golf Course!! (Note to self must remember to email golf secretary and inform him he lost money due to his attitude to me daring to hike across the Course!!) The first checkpoint was quickly found and Mick from the 105th had devised a quiz on Scouting and apparently I’m the UK’s Chief Scout!! Up the hill and onto the golf Course where Tom was found hiding between the fairways with the task of identifying what was in the various boxes. On to checkpoint 3 with Mark and John from the 14th having devised some sort of game based on Catchphrase!! Onto checkpoint 4 where Bob, Jamie and Jamie’s mum (Carol) from the 82nd had them transferring peas using chopsticks!! I believe they were dried peas and not mushy!! Carrying on to Checkpoint 5 where Garry and Lincoln from the 33rd had a river crossing to negotiate, but with a bit of a brain test as you would expect, as the bridge was not quite long enough!! Checkpoint 6 eventually found Chris from the 25th attempting to blow them up with a minefield. I believe he was later joined by Rob, but he wasn’t very successful either as all the kids made it back!! Checkpoint 7 saw the 3 Dan’s from the 231st playing darts, I’m not sure what the kids were doing!! Again they made their way across the golf course without being hit!! Checkpoint 8 saw Mike form the 93rd outside Tankersley Manor building shelters. God knows what the guest turning up for wedding receptions thought. Having paid a number of visits to checkpoint 8 I’m glad I was not relying on them to keep me dry from the rain that kept trying to ruin the event. Checkpoint 9 had Joe testing their observation powers and whether or not they knew the phonetic alphabet, before a long walk to checkpoint 10, wishing Oliver form the 33rd Happy Birthday on the way! Once there Sean had them transferring water from a bucket to a Dixie. Easy I here you shout! However not here as the cups were tied on to string and the string was wrapped round trees! Onto checkpoint 11 having had their adding up skills tested on the way and one again they met John & Mark from the 14th who had them printing the word “Scouts” using potatoes. Ingenious I would never have thought of that one. Finally at checkpoint 12 they encountered Kit and his explorers who had them firing marshmallows at a target!! I heard they had to send out for more marshmallows as a certain leader kept eating them!! Or is that just a vicious rumour then Kit?? Then on to the 105th where a welcome drink was waiting, although I’m not convinced the route was hard enough as some had enough energy left to play footy!! All the teams completed the hike, which means the route was probably about right. All the scores were added up and there was a maximum score available of 640 points. The results were as follows:- 1st 82nd / 93rd Combined 505 pts 2nd 82nd B 503pts 3rd 82nd A 498pts 4th 14th 497pts 5th 33rd A 496pts 6th 231st A 480pts 7th 32nd 479pts 8th 105th 463pts 9th 61st 462pts 10th 25th 461pts 11th 231st B 448pts 12th 33rd C 421pts So with jut 9 points separating the top 5 teams it would appear that Scouting is well and truly alive and kicking in Don District and congratulations to all teams. However I must remind the 14th of the Scout Law, which states that a Scout is careful of all possessions as there failure to ensure their question sheet made it to the end (having left it at checkpoint 12) meant that they failed to win the event. The 11 points they would have scored on these questions not counting as their sheet was eventually brought in by Kit!! Bet they don’t make the same mistake next year!! Thanks to everyone that took part and to Nick & Vera for ensuring that they all safely crossed the A61 without being run over, to all the Leaders who manned the checkpoints or who ran round in cars making sure they were all ok , like Steve and myself did. Without your help the event would not have been the success it was. Thanks Matt Hardman 33rd Scout Leader  Saturday 16th May Beavers and Leaders from 8 Colonies took part in the District Beaver Trip to a place called "Making It" and that is what they did. They each made a model of either a boat, a clock or a rocket, which they could bring home with them along with a certificate to say that they had made it. They also brought home with them a front page cover of a newspaper with their name and a photo of themselves in the headlines. A very good place to take them we all agreed. On the way home we called at Rufford park to let the Beavers have a well earned runabout in the new adventure park, as they had been indoors for long enough. http://www.makingit.org.uk May 18 Chief Scout Bear Grylls Chief Scout Bear Grylls - A lifetime of adventure Bear Grylls will be theUK’s youngest Chief Scout, aged 34. Whether it is crossing oceans in an open boat, scaling Mount Everest or flying a powered paraglider to 29,000ft in the Himalayas, Bear knows a thing or two about adventure. As an ex Special Forces soldier, he is not only known around the world as the host of the hit TV series Born Survivor and Man Vs Wild, he is also an inspirational speaker, best selling author of nine books and a fervent supporter of young people getting out there to experience adventure for themselves. Bear got his taste for the outdoors as a Scout, whilst a young boy. He was taught to climb by his late father on the sea cliffs of the Isle of Wight, and this interest rapidly developed when he left school. His military service saw him trained in combat survival, parachuting, demolitions, trauma medics and mountain warfare as a trooper with 21 SAS. During one parachute jump he sustained a massive injury breaking his back in three places. After intense military rehabilitation, he made a full recovery and went on to become one of the youngest climbers ever to reach the summit of Everest and has led numerous other expeditions around the world. ‘Honoured to be offered this position’ When invited to take on this role with the UK’s largest co-educational youth movement Bear said ‘I feel so honoured to be offered this position, and have always held such admiration for Scouts and all they do around the world. The Scouting Movement is a massive force for good, touching many, many young lives. Above all, it gives millions of kids the chance to live and learn about the wild and to experience real adventure. My hope is to help Scouts of all ages, including adults, to reach their full potential, to follow their dreams and to enjoy the camaraderie that the Scouts is famous for. 'In particular I want to continue the inspirational work that the current Chief Scout Peter Duncan has begun by showing the public how Scouting continues to open young people’s eyes to a world of extraordinary promise and possibilities.' This is not Bear’s first volunteer role. He is also an ambassador for the Prince’s Trust and is Vice President of the Journey of a Lifetime Trust, which helps young people from troubled backgrounds experience the 'journey of a lifetime'. Bear also balances his demanding life with a young family. Married to Shara, he has three sons all aged under six. A global ambassador for a global movement Scouting is a global movement and Bear has travelled extensively to every continent in the world. Known and respected in many countries outside the UK he is truly a global ambassador for a global movement. His languages include Spanish and French, and he has a deep respect for diverse faiths and cultures. ‘I can't wait to meet as many of the UK’s Scouts as I can,’ says Bear. ‘Supporting and representing our members is a huge privilege, and I want all Scouts to know I am here for them and willing to listen and help where I can.’ For more information on Bear Grylls visit his website: beargrylls.com   Bear Grylls will be the new Chief Scout of the UK Scout Association. The famous adventurer takes over when current Chief Scout, former Blue Peter presenter Peter Duncan, completes his five year tenure in July. When asked why he chose to volunteer for the UK’s largest mixed youth movement, Bear said: ‘In short, because I love adventure and I love hanging out with good friends. For me this is what Scouting is about.’ Born on 7 June 1974, Bear Grylls will be the youngest ever Chief Scout. He first got involved in Scouting aged eight as a Cub Scout. Bear attributes this time as part of the inspiration behind his adult adventures presenting TV shows such as Born Survivor: ‘So much of who we are as an adult is formed when we are kids,’ said Bear. ‘What Scouting says to people is: “it’s okay to go for it in life”. ‘Every child has a right to have an adventure. Life is about grabbing opportunities. The prizes don’t always go to the biggest, the best and the strongest – they go to those who persevere. These are simple life lessons that Scouting teaches people.’ The Chief Scout provides inspiration for the 100,000 adult volunteers involved in Scouting across the UK. The position was created in 1920 with the appointment of Robert Baden-Powell, who founded the Scout Movement in 1908. May 03 Don District News On Saturday 16th May 2009, a team from Don District Scout Fellowship were invited by Sheaf District Scout Fellowship to join them at the 3rd Hazel Grove Scout Headquarters for a  The evening was well hosted by the Hazel Grove District Scout Fellowship and we were made to feel very welcome. Don District team were represented by Sylvia and Chris Bradley, Vera and Nick Nicholson, Deborah and Andrew Papka. A very creditable performance by all the team meant that we were able to return victoriously over the Pennines, winning the quiz with 98 / 125! Our excellent familiarity with pictures of various Davids was matched by our knowledge of Harry Potter characters! It was a great evening out (and it would have been even if we hadn't won). The only downside (if you can call it that) is that our Fellowship have been asked to host the quiz next year!!!!  May 29th-31st Module 16 at Hesley Wood - For any Leader wanting to complete their Nights Away July 4th Modules 1,3 & 4. 10-4pm at Hesley Wood - Basic Training required for all new Leaders before gaining their Warrants. July 5th First Response 1st Aid at Hesley Wood (Course Full) - For Leaders without a 1st Aid Certificate or Leaders renewing their Certificate July 11th Modules 5-9. 9.30-4pm at Hesley Wood - Values in Scouting, Changes in Scouting, Valuing Diversity, Leadership Skills, Working with Adults Sept 11th-13th All Modules (except 1,3,4,10 & 16) at Hesley Wood - This will allow you to attend any Modules you need to complete Sept 20th First Response 1st Aid at Hesley Wood - For Leaders without a 1st Aid Certificate or Leaders renewing their Certificate Sept 18th-20th Module 16 at Hesley Wood - For any Leader wanting to complete their Nights Away Oct 25th Modules 1,3 & 4. 10-4pm at Hesley Wood - Basic Training required for all new Leaders before gaining their Warrants. Nov 1st First Response 1st Aid at Hesley Wood (Limited places left) - For Leaders without a 1st Aid Certificate or Leaders renewing their Certificate To download Training Application Document Click here: To Book a Course ring Hesley Wood County Office on 2467912 or email; training@syscouts.org.uk The aim of these courses;   On Sunday 3rd May 231st Shiregreen Group Celebrated their 70th Birthday 70 years exactly to the day they were formed. Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Leaders entertained with traditional and not so traditional Camp Fire songs to an audience of 170 present and past members,Group Chairman Chris Bradley told of the History of the Group whilst GSL Pete Gowers was Master of Ceremonies, lots of photos and memorabilia to look, a lovely buffet and to finish disco dancing into the night.  Splashdown reaches it's 25th year of water activities at Rother Valley on 26th-28th June. This year will have Mountain Biking, Waterslide, Grass Sledging, Archery, Canoeing, Sailing, Canadian Canoe, Wind Surfing, Raft Race, Row Boats, Katakanu, Pedaloes plus all the fun of the Regatta's. Click here to download all the detailed information Public folders  2008 Indoor Cooking Competition
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Barn Dance - Photos courtessy Bob L
Beckford Peg
Beckford Peg 2009
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Don District Cub Camp 2008
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Indoor Cooking Competition
Leaders Weekend 2007
Leaders Weekend at Abney Feb 2008
Millionaires Night
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Outdoor Challenge, Outdoor Plus & Survival Skills
Outdoor Cooking Comp 2008
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Scout Christmas Disco
Scout Monopoly
Soap Box Derby 2008
Splashdown 2008
Splashdown2009
St Georges Day Camp Fire
St Georges Day Fun Night Hike
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Well Done Pat - 50 Years of Scouting
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