Hi All
If you have not returned your tickets you must do so as soon as possible.
Please arrange to drop to my house, text for address.
thanks
Shay
12 Days of Christmas – Raffle Tickets Deadline
Hi All,
A reminder for those of you who have not yet returned your 12 Days of Christmas Raffle Tickets, that they need to be returned because we need to send them to Head Office soon to make sure that our tickets are included in the draw.
See you all later
Larch Hill – VERY VERY IMPORTANT
Please do not bring either food or sweets that have any traces of nuts. This is extremely important as one of our Scouts has a very serious allergy to nut products.
Larch Hill – 22nd-24th November
Hi all,
As you all know, we will be heading to Larch Hill this weekend. There are still a few spaces available so let us know on Thursday if you are interested in coming along. We are hoping to get as many Scouts as possible to come along! Below are the details.
Meeting Time: Friday at 6:45pm
Meeting Place: The Den
Return Time: Sunday at 2:00pm
Below is the list of gear everyone will need for next weekend. We will be sleeping in the lodge in dorms – you need to bring sleeping bags.
The weather forecast for the Larch Hill area can be seen here so warm clothes will be needed!!
“There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes”
Gear List :
1. Neckerchief
2. Ground mat
3. Sleeping bag
4. Full change of clothes
5. Spare warm jumper/fleece
6. Hat and gloves
7. Wash gear
8. Towel
9. Tea towel
10. Torch
11. A few black bags. To be used to keep things dry.
For the hike:
1. Hiking boots
2. Rain gear – top and bottom
3. Day bag
4. Thick jumper
5. Emergency rations (sweets)
6. Survival bag (bivi bag)
7. Platypus/Water Bottle
8. Whistle
All inside a rucksack you can carry on your back.
If you have them bring them.
1. Small first aid kit
2. Pen knife – if you are allowed.
Photography Competition
Hey all,
As we mentioned at last week’s meeting, we were contacted by Jigsaw North Fingal who are running a Photography Competition, details in the poster below.
Who are Jigsaw?
Jigsaw North Fingal is a new project. It is part of a national network of Jigsaw projects supported by Headstrong, the National Centre for Youth Mental Health. Jigsaw North Fingal brings together community support for the mental health needs of young people aged between 12 and 25. Any young person (aged between 12 – 25 years old) can come to Jigsaw North Fingal if you have concerns that you want to talk about. We can provide information, advice, guidance and support. The service is free and confidential. There is no waiting list. Simply call us on (01) 960 3020 or email us at northfingal@jigsaw.ie to make an appointment.
There are more details here -> http://www.jigsaw.ie/jigsaw-north-fingal
Hillwalking Resources – Grid References, Navigation and Compass Work
Caw Caw Ravens,
We have just uploaded some totally awesome files which will help you become expert hikers!
<—– Click on the pic of the bear to learn more about navigation skills (to pay the bills)
Click on the pic of the map to learn more about grid references ————————————->
Weekend Away 22nd – 24th November
Hi all. don’t forget we are heading away for the weekend of November 22nd, we will be staying in a hostel and will give you more details over the next few weeks.
The Leaders
Thursday 26th September
Hi All
Hope you are all keeping well and enjoyed the Dubs winning the All Ireland.
Looking forward to seeing you all this evening , especially looking forward to welcoming all our new Scouts.
see you all at 7PM, full and perfect uniforms.
the Leaders