30 Amazing facts About Scouts (UK based article)

30 Amazing Facts About Scouts

This is another article that Akela and I have read. It is very interesting and we thought that those who have been visiting my blog would enjoy the read of it as well.

Many people who have not been involved with Scouting don’t always know what Scouting is, or what it is about. They hold many negative views about Scouting. It is hoped that through my blog of my activities and sharing of articles such as this, that we can change this view of scouting.

Scout Group for the Disadvantaged

Scout Group for the Disadvantaged

Akela found this article after it was posted by a Scouts SA facebook page. It is interesting important read, and shows what can happen when local communities show they will support something. Provided of course they willing to support the organisation in question.

Walking Mapies and exploring Woodhouse

Today, there was a slow start to the day. Akela was up early, as she always is on Camp. However, she was able to get hot water in the shower today, which was a definite bonus.

 After breakfast, it was time to head out for a walk around Woodhouse and look for some answers that Akela had from a activity in 1996. Some of them weren’t valid anymore (there is no telephone in the phone booth next to the Trading Post for instant. The walk up Cardiac Hill was a challenge and certainly the Joeys were surprised at how much effort was needed to get to the top of the hill. But the view was worth it, as was listening to Akela explain different bits and pieces.

 Back at camp, it was time to start packing up, and watching of the Kookaburra and Magpies walk around the campsite. The magpies decided to check out Akela’s tent and went for a walk through, but the amazement of everyone watching them.

 All too soon, it was to head home. But we hope everyone had a good time and we are hoping Akela will be able to arrange another camp for the Joeys soon. But maybe we need to increase the numbers of the Joey Mob first.

What a full day of walking, and Challenge Hill

It was heaps cold here at Woodhouse. There was frost on the grass and it steamed as the sun came up over the trees. It was good to be able to sit there and watch while having a hot drink. Just a pity Akela couldn’t get any hot water in the showers this morning! So needless to say, the shower this morning got missed. Good thing she has deodorant!

 Once everyone had arrived, and tents had been set up, it was time to make lunch and get them into the day packs. The plan – to walk the Hysen Trail to Arbury Park and have lunch there. The walk counted towards the Nature Play badge that has just recently become available for Joeys to earn. While on the trail at different parts, the joeys were asked to stop and listen, to explain what they could hear. It was also about this time that the adults were trying to convince the Joeys that Drop Bears live in the trees they were walking under. We’re not sure they were convinced. Except when maybe Akela pointed out to Koala poo and told them it was Drop Bear Poo they gave it a bit of serious thought.

 After lunch was eaten, and the Joeys had run around the park and explored around the lake areas, we headed back to Woodhouse. It was definitely a nice day for a walk and a great day to take in the surrounds.

 Back at Woodhouse, it was time to get in touch with the On Duty Warden and have a safety talk about Challenge Hill (even if Akela wants to call it the Comando Course). The Joeys did VERY well and attempted every piece on Challenge Hill.

 On the way back to the Lones Hut, it was time to pick up pieces of wood for the campfire. There was certainly a lot laying around to use and everyone carried what they could back to the campfire area. It was important to have a lot of hot coals to cook tea as it was being cooked on the campfire pit. Well, the main course was – dessert was being cooked in the oven in the Lones Hut (apple pie). The tea turned out very well (sausages and veg) and the parents were surprised that the meal worked and that it even tasted good.

 After tea, it was time to simply sit around the camp fire and enjoy them warmth. It was kind of hard to do any singing with only two Joeys. However, they were quite happy to watch the flames and poke the wood before being sent to bed. A defiantly warmer place to be.

What a Cold Night!

Well, guess what? I’m camping again! AND it’s at Woodhouse – AGAIN!

 The biggest difference is this time Akela and I are camping with the Joey Mob at the Lones Hut. We’ve come up Friday Night, so that we’re ready for the Joeys and their parents to arrive on Saturday Morning.

 The only issue is it is sooooo cold. Akela has put two pairs of socks on tonight for bed, so she can be sure her feet are warm. Part of the reason it is so cold is because there is no cloud cover tonight. So the hot air has gone (wish it could have stayed!). Looks like Akela and I will be having to share the same sleeping bag to keep warm tonight.

Myron Wood's RSPCA Cupcake Fundraiser

A friend of Akela’s is having a fundraiser for the RSPCA Cupcake day on the 19^th August 2013.

For several years, Myron has been the top fundraiser for the event in NSW. While he has pulled back on his fundraising efforts this year (including at the size of this event), he is still contributing in his own way.

It is with this in mind, that Akela and I are encouraging you to support Myron in his efforts as he has his own health issues. Despite these health issues, he is still promoting awareness of others above self as he and his mum believe that they are re-paying the kindness shown to them over the years.

 

So please, if you can donate, do so. It doesn’t even have to be a huge amount, even $5 dollars will help and when added to other people’s small donations, do in fact add up.

 

Myron’s Cupcake Fundraiser link can be found here -Myron Wood's RSPCA Cupcake Fundraiser

For those who would like to know more about Myron, more can be found about him on this facebook page The Magic of Myron

Thanking you all in advance

Micky Mawson

Micky Mawson is a small monkey that Akela bought. She had a idea to send a small toy on a adventure around the world. However, she couldn't find easily, a spare sheep to go. So Micky was convinced it was a great idea.

Micky 1st went to Far North Queensland, to visit some scouts there, and is now currently on his way to Canada. It is hoped he gets there in time for the Canadian Jamboree.

He is traveling light, as a good scout would, with just a USB for adding of photos as he goes on his travels. As Akela and I get up dates of his travels, we will be adding them here to share with people.

Just so everyone knows what he looks like, this is a picture Akela took before he headed off on his adventures.