On Saturday 10th May, approx. 60 1st Barnham members took part in JOTT.
Jamboree On The Trail is an annual day for the World Scout Movement to hike together. All Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers and Leaders, whatever their age and wherever they may be in the world, were invited to participate in whatever way they can.
Photo’s are on the gallery page.
The badges are for camp blankets (not uniform)!
CONGRATULATIONS to Mark Guy for receiving the Chief Scout’s Commendation for Good Service.
The Chief Scout’s Commendation for Good Service is given in respect of not less than 5 years good service, which stands out. It should be regarded as the Chief Scout’s recognition of the very real contribution made to the Association by the individual concerned.
Mark receiving his certificate from Wayne Bulpitt, UK Chief Commissioner of The Scout Association
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Happy New Year to you all.
A reminder that from now on, Barnham sections will be meeting at St Philip Howard School
The first meetings are;
Beavers 7th January 5.15-6.15pm
Scouts 7th January 7.30-9.00pm
Cubs 14th January 6.15-7.30pm
Walberton Sections remain unaltered and start back on Wednesday 8th January
The new Wednesday Scout Troop will start from 5th February – details to follow.
At the District Centenary Camp in May, 1st Barnham won the Leaders’ Section of Camp’s Got Talent with their interpretation of Synchronised Swimming. The Scouts and Cubs were also adjudged to be the best entry in their section of the event. A fantastic evening was had by everyone, which was only slightly marred by untold millions of midges who chose that night to do whatever midges do. The picture below is the trophy which we won. Well done everybody!
Sunday June 2nd 2013
For the second year running, 1st Barnham Scout Troop won the Youth Section of the Charity Dragon Boat Racing organised by the Rotary Club on Chichester canal and basin. Watched by a large crowd, our boat beat 2nd Bognor Sea Scouts in the final by the smallest of margins – half a Dragon’s head. Congratulations to all the participants for their stirling efforts and to Simon for organising everything. We all look forward to retaining our title against all comers next year.
The 2 pictures below are of our boat just winning in the final and the winning crew posing after their victory. There are more pictures in the Gallery.
We were delighted that Helen Woolgar was presented with her Wood Badge by the District Commissioner at the Centenary Camp at Ferny Crofts in the New Forrest. All Scout Leaders are required to undertake an extensive training course in all aspects of Scouting. When this is completed, the “Wood Badge” is awarded – this consists of two wooden beads on a leather thong worn around the neck and is a replica of beads from a necklace given to Robert Baden Powell in Africa.
Congratulations, Helen!
Below: Helen being presented with her Wood Badge.
The Cub Pack at Barnham spent a considerable time during April 2013 clearing and tidying the churchyard at Barnham Parish Church. Before they started, it was in great need of attention; after they finished, it was a churchyard of which everyone could be proud.
When the tidying was completed, the Cubs planted a Beech Tree to celebrate the Centenary of Arundel and Littlehampton Scout District, of which 1st Barnham Scout Group is a constituent. A plaque was installed by the tree to mark the event.
Photographs of the work and the tree planting can be found in the Gallery on this website. The picture below shows the Cubs after they had tidied the churchyard and planted their tree.
We moved into the New Village Hall on May 7th.
With several times the space that we had in the old hall, there is room for greatly improved activities. We have a small room for storage and have recently taken delivery of four metal storage cabinets and four lockable notice boards. There will be one of each for each section – Beavers, Cubs and Scouts – and one of each for general use.
The first evening got off to a great start with exciting activities for Beavers and Cubs, followed by motor racing for the Troop. The photographs show the New hall from outside, the Old Hall on its very last day of existence and Scouts racing their cars.
Barnham Sections were busy in late October making Guys for the Barnham Best Guy Competition. A splendid selection of Guys was the result, many of them bearing uncanny resemblances to Leaders in the Group! We are delighted and proud that the Guy submitted by the Scout Troop came second overall and won a valuable cash prize. Here he is. Who does he resemble?
