For the last few weeks our 7.30 Beavers have been learning how to be Explorers. They've learned about using knives, creating a survival kit, cooked food on a fire and learned about the gear they need for the outdoors.
On Sunday 10th February, they will get the chance to use all of the skills and knowledge they have learned to become real-life explorers! Those that have completed all the elements required for their backwoods badges will be awarded their badges on the day.
The Backwoods Adventure is open to all Beavers.
Beaver Scouts will be outdoors for the duration so it is essential they have proper gear to stay warm and dry. The day will include a short hike, followed by backwoods cooking and shelter building.
Venue: Larch Hill
Price: €5 to cover materials and equipment
Arrival Date/Time: 2pm 10th February
Collection Date/Time: 5pm 10th February - We would appreciate help with Clean Up from Beavers and Parents
Travel Arrangements: Beaver Scouts should be dropped and collected from Larch Hill. Carpooling is advised if possible.
Confirmation of Attendance: Please confirm attendance on the WhatsApp so we have an idea of numbers. Money can be paid on the day.
Equipment Required:
Group Neckerchief & Woggle
Uniform not required
Rain Gear
Walking boots
Warm clothes/Fleece
Spare socks
Water and snacks
Activity Consent Form
Managing Medications form (if applicable)
Survival Kit (Mandatory to earn Backwoods badge):
For their backwoods badges the Beavers need to put together a small survival Kit with around ten items. The Beavers should have loads of ideas of what to include from their work in the evening meetings.
The kit should be in a small bag, box or tin. Some ideas for things to include:
Needle
Thread
Small length of rope or twine
Duct tape
Plasters
Disinfectant wipes
Scissors/pocket knife
Waterproof matches (normal matches with heads dipped in candle wax)
Tinder material (e.g. cotton wool)
Flint for fire starting
Water purification tablets
Fishing line
Fishing hook
Small torch
Mirror
Magnifying glass
Compass
Map
Foil blanket
Bivvy bag
Candle
Safety pins
Tweezers
Whistle
Chocolate
The Beavers should understand why they have included the various items in the kit. There will be a kit inspection on the day.
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