News & Events at 5th Sutton Scout Group

Beavers District Camp Fire

2010-05-07T15:58:00.004+01:00

Just a quick reminder for timings for the above.

Meet at the Scout Hall at 10.45 prompt on Saturday, IN UNIFORM.

Waterproofs and comfortable footwear are advisable.

Waterbottles if you wish, but remember that we will have refreshments at the camp fire, and that the Beavers will have to carry (and look after) anything that they bring!

Thanks Eddie

map of site is here

ELECTIONS 6th May

2010-04-29T14:23:00.001+01:00

PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO BEAVERS MEETING NEXT THURSDAY
(6TH MAY)

THE HALL IS BEING USED FOR THE ELECTIONS!

Utility Trousers

2010-04-29T14:15:00.003+01:00

Scouting is a uniformed organisation.

To bring us in-line with all the other Units we will now all be required (Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Leaders) to wear the CORRECT uniform trousers/shorts or skirt with our uniform top.

For a number of years, we at 5th Sutton have only concentrated on the upper half of the uniform, but there has now been a request for us to “toe-the line”

Scout Activity Trousers

The cargo style activity trousers are made from brushed poly cotton and are navy in colour. The trousers have double knees and a weather resistant finish. The trousers are fitted with 2 front pockets, 2 stud fastening rear pockets and a thigh pocket. They have a zip fly, belt loops and a metal D ring.

These can be purchased from any scout shop, on-line or from a number of other “outdoor retail shops” such as Cladishes in Wallington.

Vanessa (Raksha) from the cubs is kindly going to try and borrow some trousers from the scout shop, for size fittings in the next few weeks, to try and make the transition period easier for us all.

Vanessa will be able to take orders, and we will hopefully be able to then get a group discount for the bulk orders.

If you would prefer to get your own, then please feel free to arrange this at the earliest opportunity.

St George’s Day Parade – Sunday 25th April 2010

2010-04-20T15:54:00.003+01:00

Information for all sections.
Further details from your section leaders
All members are requested to wear full and correct uniform.
The Parade will form up from 2.30pm on the grass area on the east side of Manor Park, Sutton (below the children’s playground) ready to march off promptly at 3.00 p.m.
We will parade through Sutton, and return to the park for a brief service after the march.A collection in aid of Royal Marsden Hospital Wolfson Children’s and adolescent Unit, Sutton will be taken before the service whilst Groups are taking their places and buckets will be made available for groups.

In 'Scouting for Boys', Baden-Powell referred to the
Knights of the Round Table in the Arthurian Legend
and to St. George who was their Patron Saint. He
then went on:

"He is also the Patron Saint of Scouts everywhere.
Therefore all Scouts should know his story. St.
George was typical of what a Scout should be.
"When he was faced by a difficulty or danger,
however great it appeared, even in the shape of a
dragon - he did not avoid it or fear it but went at it
with all the power he could ... That is exactly the
way a Scout should face a difficulty or danger no
matter how great or how terrifying it may appear.
He should go at it boldly and confidently, using
every power that he can to try and overcome it, and
the probability is that he will succeed.
"St. George's Day is April 23, and on that day,
Scouts remind themselves of their Promise and
Scout Law. Not that a Scout ever forgets either but,
on St. George's Day, he makes a special point of
thinking about them. Remember this when April 23
comes round again".

So, the Sunday nearest to St. George's Day has
become an annual occasion for United Kingdom
Scouts to hold ceremonies when they reaffirm their
Promise and acknowledge the Scout Law in a
national act of dedication.

Useful knots

2010-03-16T09:21:00.000Z

Mother's Day Parade

2010-03-11T23:05:00.002Z

Reminder for all sections that the Church Parade is at 10.45 this Sunday, meeting in the hall to the rear of St Barnabus Church, St Barnabus Rd.
Friends, family, parents, siblings all welcome.
Smart uniform, (school trousers and shoes, or similar) and some change for the collection please.

Beavers' District Experiment Badge Day

2010-03-11T22:55:00.005Z

Beavers' District Experiment Badge Day

Sat 27th March

District HQ, 72b Woodcote Road, Wallington (the main shopping street)

Please remember to walk in to District HQ, parking in Shotfield or other suitable place & of course walk back in to collect them.

If you come out of Shotfield car park, on foot to Woodcote Rd, turn left, pass Tesco Express and then go up the alleyway at the corner of Cafe Nero.

Beavers must be there by 9.30am in uniform with trainers.

Remember they can pay their £1 on the door, so don't bring on Thursday.

Miscellaneous

2010-02-23T21:02:00.001Z

Sainsburys Active Kids 2010 has been launched, please save vouchers for 5th Sutton.

REMINDER: Family Camp forms to be returned by 1st March....1st come first served....limited numbers

IT BADGE REMINDER

2010-02-23T21:01:00.000Z

Details are posted on Oct 8th 2009

Beavers DISTRICT Film Show

2010-01-17T23:33:00.003Z

Following the success of the Hallowe'en cinema production:-
Here follows information about the Ruskin Cinema presentation of the film 'Space Chimps'.
Date. Friday 19th February 2010 [ I realise it's half term but not everyone is away].
Place. Ruskin Cinema - Carshalton Methodist Church/Hall Ruskin Rd Carshalton.
Time. 4.30 - 7pm. [ doors open at 4pm].
Cost £2.each Beaver/sibling [includes interval drink & sweets] do not bring own with you.
Leaders/adults no charge except the cinema staff will run their usual refreshment cafe for you at reasonable prices. Tea/coffee/soft drinks/ biscuits/ sweets etc.
Wear Beaver uniform.
As it is half term siblings could be included providing they attend with a parent/ carer. Siblings will pay same as beavers and parents/carers as above.
PLEASE GIVE YOUR £2 per child payment to Sharon/Eddie by Thursday Feb 4th if you would like to attend.
We will meet outside the venue at 3.50pm to ensure we can get good seats.

Beavers District Panto...Mother Goose Sun 17th Jan 2010

2010-01-16T11:58:00.001Z

Due to congestion outside the Scout Hall and respect to the local residents, we will be meeting just round the corner( from where the leaders will walk the Beavers down to the venue and afterwards walk them back) at:

Cheam Common JUNIOR School,

Kingsmead Avenue,

Worcester Park,

KT4 8UT,

NOT the INFANT school in Balmoral Road

NOTE THIS IS THE SAME VENUE AS LAST YEAR FOR THE PANTOMIME AND THE SPORTS DAY

Timings.....please have your child(ren) there by 11.45pm (allow15-20 mins for the journey)and be back to pick them up at 1.45pm

Thanks Eddie 07814 041432

Please help with car sharing if at all possible.

Please wear Beaver unioform. Bring raincoat if weather doubtful.
DIRECTIONS: Go to multimap and type in the postcode ......the primary school is marked just above the red circle

Welcome Back

2010-01-07T13:07:00.001Z

Even although many of the schoools are closed today,
Beavers WILL be on at normal time of 4.15- 5.30
for anyone brave enough to join us!!

Put on an extra layer and BE PREPARED for the cold!

I.T. Badge Reminder

2009-12-03T08:54:00.000Z

Details are posted on Oct 8th 2009

St Nicholas Celebration Sun day 6th Dec

2009-12-03T08:47:00.003Z

Beavers District Event

As you will hopefully have seen from the notice board the venue for above celebration has been changed to Carshalton Beeches Baptist Church, Banstead Rd, Carshalton.

Time 3.00 -3.45

Wear Full Smart Uniform

The collection of £1 will be given to the Scout Holiday Homes Charity

Parents are welcome to attend.

Beavers 3rd Dec meeting

2009-12-03T08:39:00.003Z

Beavers on 3rd December 09 will be held at All Saint's Church, Carshalton (church by the ponds) at 4.30.
This is specifically as part of the Friendship Challenge, but also counts towards several other badges.
Further details in the letter handed out last week.

A Night at the Races

2009-10-08T10:15:00.002+01:00

Following the success of previous race nights
5th Sutton Scout Group are running a Race Night At
Headquarters, Westmead Road
On the 14th November
Doors open at 7.30
Stick this date in your diary now!!!!!
Fun night with prizes.
Food will be provided.
Bring your own liquid refreshments.
Admission: Adults £4 Children £2

This is a fun night with the jockeys being the children, on specially constructed "horses"
As the giant die is rolled, the jockeys gallop forward the relevant number of spaces, while the adult can place fun wagers, through the "bookmakers"

A fun evening for the family, not to be missed!

IT badge for all Sections

2009-10-08T10:11:00.001+01:00

Beavers Fun Day afternoon at Westcroft

2009-09-29T21:53:00.002+01:00

All Beavers, and Beavers just going up to cubs are welcome at the annual District Fun Day, at Westcroft Leisure Centre.

Activities will include
Trampoline, Basketball, Table Tennis, Football, Rascals, Short Tennis

We are booked in for the Westcroft 3.30 -6pm session, so please ensure your Beaver is at Westcroft for 3.15 where we will form up outside, and where we will return your Beaver to you just after 6.

Final numbers required by this Thursday with your £5 payment please.

14th November is the Race Night

2009-09-29T21:52:00.002+01:00

Please see posters in the Scout Hall for details, and/or ask your leaders for more information.

HARVEST FESTIVAL CHURCH PARADE Service Sunday 4th October at 10.45am

2009-09-29T21:50:00.000+01:00

All units, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts to meet in full uniform with school trousers/skirt and shoes in the Church Hall. Any gifts of non perishable foods will be gratefully accepted and given to the local Women’s refuge. Your family is welcome to participate in this event which should end around 11.45am. Please encourage your child to attend this special service.
Any queries please call 01737 551726. Thank you Vanessa & Derek Lambert.

Help for Heroes

2009-09-29T21:36:00.004+01:00

5th Sutton are in the process of making up boxes to send to the troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Any items that your son/daughter can take in to their unit leader to add to the boxes over the next few weeks would be much appreciated by the troops.

Church Parade this Sunday 14th June St Barnabas Day

2009-06-13T12:28:00.001+01:00

ALL SECTIONS
Don't forget!

Church Parade this Sunday 14th June St Barnabas Day

Meet at 10.45 in the hall to the rear of St Barnabas Church, wearing FULL uniform
( i.e. with school trousers and proper shoes!)

District Fun Sports Day at 4th Worcester Park Scout Headquarters

2009-06-13T12:24:00.001+01:00

Due to congestion outside the Scouthall and respect to the local residents, we will be meeting just round the corner( from where the leaders will walk the Beavers down to the venue and afterwards walk them back) at:

Cheam Common JUNIOR School,

Kingsmead Avenue,

Worcester Park,

KT4 8UT,

NOT the INFANT school in Balmoral Road

Timings.....please have your child(ren) there by 1.45pm (allow15-20 mins for the journey)and be back to pick them up at 4.45pm

Thanks Eddie 07814 041432

2009-06-12T16:22:00.003+01:00

Directions to get to Cub Pow Wow on Saturday.
Please look down to the Beavers Post last year at Park Farm for the camp fire.
It is in the March 2008 section.

Chessington World of Adventure Fun Day

2009-06-03T14:26:00.004+01:00

As mentioned last 1/2 term, the Beavers have expressed an interest in having a Fun-Day at Chessington.
I am happy to organise this but need to find out (pretty soon) which dates are preferable to everyone.
The sooner I get numbers, the sooner I can try to book a group discount, (maximum price per child should be £16 entry), and organise the number of helpers required.

Dates possible are the week after family camp, or the week after that.
i.e. Sat 4th July, Sun 5th July, Sat 11th July, Sun 12th July.

Please let Eddie (Badger) know at the next meeting or email on eddiejdriver@gmail.com

1. Name of child
2. Like to attend (or not)
3. Dates s/he could/couldn't do
4. Do you already possess/will possess a Merlin/Chessington pass (that will keep costs even lower for you!) (young adventurer annual passes(12 month entry for under 12s) are £50
5. Can you assist with transport for other children there or back

Thanks, Eddie (Badger)

Beavers Sports Day

2009-06-03T14:22:00.003+01:00

As posted, on this very blog in February, we are joining the district for a Sports Fun Day in Worcester Park on Saturday 13th June.

The date should be in all your diaries, so please encourage your child to attend this fun event, we will be practising next Thursday!

Timings: 2pm- 5pm ish

Details of directions etc from Eddie (Badger) or look back for the info from panto....it'll be very similar :)

I'll post more exact info, shortly.

BEAVERS FIRE STATION VISIT

2009-06-03T14:15:00.003+01:00

As announced before the half-term break, we have been trying to organise a visit to the fire station for the Beavers.

I can confirm that this is on THIS THURSDAY 4th June, while the hall is being used for the Euro Elections.

Please arrange for your Beaver in full uniform, to be at the fire station for 4.15 and arrange collection for 5.30pm. 43 St Dunstans Hill, SM1 2JX

If you are having problems with transport, please contact another parent or Eddie(Badger) or Michelle (Baloo)

Family Camp 26/27/28th June 2009

2009-06-02T16:40:00.000+01:00

Family Camp 26/27/28th June 2009 2nd June 2009

Dear Parents

There will be a parents meeting on Tuesday 9th June at 8.15pm at the Scout Hall with the Group leaders, to finalise the details/arrangements for the Family Camp

However, before that meeting we can update you on what is known so far.

Venue: Broadstone Warren Scout & Activity Centre, Lewes Road, Forest Row, East Sussex RH18 5JS

Web site: www.broadstonewarren.org.uk

Travel directions: Broadstone Warren is in the Ashdown Forest between Forest Row and Wych Cross, East Sussex. Entrance on the A22 Lewes Road, 5.5 miles south of East Grinstead.

Suggested route(s) Follow M23 to junction 10 turn left onto the A264 towards Copthorne and East Grinstead. At Felbridge turn right onto A22 then through East Grinstead and Forest Row. The entrance to the Scout Camp is on the left as the road climbs up through the Ashdown Forest.
or;
join the A22 at the Purley one way system (junction of Purley Way, A23 and A22) Follow A22 towards Eastbourne; passing Whyteleafe, Caterham, under the M25, Godstone, South Godstone, Blindley Heath, Felbridge, East Grinstead and Forest Row. The Scout Camp is on the left as the road climbs up through the Ashdown Forest. Distance from Sutton is approx 32 miles.

Arrival time: 6pm onwards – there will be personalised signs for directions to our camp.

Tents: Can be put up in advance after 6pm on the Thursday evening. Steve (our QM) will hand out tents on 14th June (10-12noon) to those who have asked to borrow one.

Food: Will be supplied and cooked centrally. If any members of your family have special dietary requirements PLEASE LET Vanessa or Del Lambert KNOW AS SOON AS POSSIBLE as they are in charge of the catering arrangements. They can be contacted on 01737 551726.

You will have to supply your own refrigeration/cool box for any beverage taken as the central fridges will be full of essential camp food.

Personal matters: For those who are camping a small first aid kit might be useful. A good quality torch is advisable for moving around after sunset. Also an umbrella / waterproof / fleece might be prudent especially early morning and in the late evening.

Clothing: All campers are advised to wear their grey “5th Sutton” activity top to make recognition / identification a little easier.

Camp costs: Please pay any outstanding balances to your child’s section leader.

See you all on the 9th June. Thank you

Date Reminders

2009-05-22T23:44:00.001+01:00

Beavers District Fun Sports Day Sat 13th June

St Barnabas Day Church Parade is 14th June 2009 at 11.00am (all sections)

Annual Family Camp dates are 26-28 June. (all sections)

Beavers Westcroft Sports Afternoon Sun 11th October

Beavers St Nicholas Service Sunday 6th December

Tesco Vouchers

2009-05-22T23:40:00.001+01:00

Please remember to check for any final Tesco vouchers you have in the bottom of your handbags, purses/wallets etc.....Thank You

Family Camp

2009-04-01T10:37:00.000+01:00

Balance of payment to be paid by April 30th to your section leader please.

Beavers District Camp Fire

2009-04-01T10:32:00.002+01:00

A quick reminder, for those that are coming to this on Saturday
Timings: We shall leave meet in the Scout Hall, Westmead Rd, at 12 Noon, and you can pick the Beavers up from the Scout Hall at 6pm.
Uniform to be worn and suitable footwear [wellies] with warm waterproof outer garments, hat & gloves [just in case].
Refreshments in the form of hot dogs or vegetarian option and hot chocolate or squash will be provided by the Explorers half way through the camp fire.
Parents, please ensure with Eddie that your contact details are up to date.

Easter Craft Session

2009-04-01T10:29:00.002+01:00

At St Barnabus Church
Saturday 4th April
from 10-11 am

Help make decorations for the Church for Easter
Make an Easter garden and an Easter tree
Come along and have lots of fun

St Barnabus Birthday Party

2009-03-19T15:03:00.000Z

You should all have been given details of this free party next Saturday.
Please see your leader if you are not aware of it.

Family Camp

2009-03-19T15:01:00.003Z

Please note that camp is now FULL, no more returns please!

Mothering Sunday Parade

2009-03-19T15:01:00.001Z

5th Sutton Beavers
Don't forget!

Church Parade this Sunday 22nd March (Mother's Day)

Meet at 10.45 in the hall to the rear of St Barnabus Church, wearing FULL uniform
( i.e. with school trousers and proper shoes!)

Up-coming News and Information

2009-03-11T16:20:00.005Z

Don't forget
Mothering Sunday 22nd March 2009
Church Parade at St Barnabus Church

Upcoming
St George's Day Parade in April
Family Camp in June

We desperately need Sainsbury's and Tesco Vouchers - the schools get thousands, but because we only have about 100 children in all, we struggle to get the minimum amount to order equipment. Donate to us - directly help your children.

Well done all the helpers that re-decorated the Scout hall. You did a fantastic job!
The newsletter is being put together at the moment and will be available with lots of news and information very soon. Look out for your copy or check 5thsuttonnewsletters.blogspot.com

Finally the position of Group Scout Leader (GSL) is still vacant. We desperately need a volunteer who is willing to take this important role on. Please, please consider helping the scouts in a vital but rewarding way.

Family Camp Forms

2009-02-26T21:38:00.003Z

right click on document and select "iprint" to get a hard copy or "zoom-in" to read
FamilyCamp2009p1

FamilyCamp2009p2

Diary dates

2009-02-26T20:38:00.002Z

District Cub Raksha Trophy Craft Competition Sat 21st March

Mothering Sunday Church Parade 22nd March at 11.00am (all sections)

Beavers' District Camp Fire Saturday 4th April (approx) 1pm-4.30pm

District St George’s Day Parade (all sections) Sun 26th April

Beavers District Fun Sports Day Sat 13th June

St Barnabas Day Church Parade is 14th June 2009 at 11.00am (all sections)

Annual Family Camp dates are 26-28 June. (all sections)

Beavers Westcroft Sports Afternoon Sun 11th October

Beavers St Nicholas Service Sunday 6th December

Camp and church parade dates

2009-02-16T17:05:00.001Z

Everyone should have got a letter home last week about family camp.
If you did not get one please see you section leader.
Camp dates are 26-28 June.

Mothering Sunday church parade 22nd March at 11.00am
St Barnabas Day Church Parade is 14th June 2009 at 11.00am

Cubs cancelled tonight.....................

2009-02-03T14:48:00.001Z

I knocked this important post down with the Beaver notes so please note:

Snowy Weather

Cubs is cancelled on Tuesday 3rd February.

Beaver note home Thurs 5th Feb

2009-02-03T14:45:00.001Z

Dear Parents
We need to replenish our material box and would like to ask if you could donate anything that you have that could be used for some of our craft activities. We are looking for items such as ribbon, wool and material that can be used to decorate models, etc that we make. Please do not donate bags of clothing as we are limited on space but if you have anything like a shiny top, perhaps an old curtain, scarves or anything that you can cut into storable sized pieces we would be grateful.
Thanks Michelle

Work Weekend

2009-02-03T14:38:00.001Z

WORK WEEKEND 7TH AND 8TH FEB

This is short notice but don’t be alarmed, we only need your time for anything from half an hour up to whatever time you can spare over these two days. We started painting this hall late last year but it is obviously unfinished and we have a colour to go over the white undercoat. With help we think we can finish what we have started this weekend but unfortunately it is only ever the Leaders and our helpers that ever turn up which is why things take so long. Just a few extra parents will greatly cut down our workload. We all have families so we too have to find time to do this but we feel that this hall needs a good makeover for the benefit of the children. Don’t be fooled into thinking someone else will volunteer because it doesn’t happen. It isn’t hard work and can actually be quite fun. A good chance to get to know us outside of our formal meetings and meet the other leaders in this group. Even if you only want to make cups of tea or coffee that is still another pair of hands. There should be someone at the hall on both days from 9.30am but just turn up whenever you can spare the time.

Thanks
Michelle

Snowy Weather

2009-02-03T11:43:00.001Z

Due to the unusual amount of snow

Cubs is cancelled on Tuesday 3rd February.

Hopefully everything will back to normal for beavers & scouts.

Beavers District Pantomime Sunday 19th January

2009-01-16T19:41:00.003Z

Due to congestion outside the Scout Hall and respect to the local residents, we will be meeting just round the corner( from where the leaders will walk the Beavers down to the venue and afterwards walk them back) at:

Cheam Common JUNIOR School,

Kingsmead Avenue,

Worcester Park,

KT4 8UT,

NOT the INFANT school in Balmoral Road

NOTE THIS IS THE SAME VENUE AS LAST YEAR FOR THE PANTOMIME AND THE SPORTS DAY

Timings.....please have your child(ren) there by 11.45pm (allow15-20 mins for the journey)and be back to pick them up at 1.45pm

Thanks Eddie 07814 041432

Please help with car sharing if at all possible.

Please wear Beaver unioform. Bring raincoat if weather doubtful.
DIRECTIONS: Go to mutimap and type in the postcode ......the primary school is marked just above the red circle

100 CLUB

2008-12-10T16:50:00.004Z

You can right click the following pages to either print or zoom in

New Computer

2008-12-10T09:10:00.002Z

Further to my post at the end of October, about IT badge work, with links to http://www.itbadge.org.uk/,we have had a very kind donation of a laptop from Martin DeSouza,to whom I would like to pass on thanks from all at 5th Sutton. We wish you a very Merry Christmas.
Any Scout, Cub or Beaver who does not have access to a computer, to complete this activity badge, can now use a fully working computer, by arrangement with their leader.

News & Events at 5th Sutton Scout Group

2008-12-05T11:41:00.001Z

News & Events at 5th Sutton Scout Group

December 11th Scouts Carol Singing for Save the Children UK in Times Square
All scouts are encouraged to attend in full uniform (neatly) with scarf on December 11th at Sutton's Times Square Shopping Centre, next to the indoor entrance to BHS.

We will meet at 545 pm and sing from 6pm to 7 pm.

Scouts can either hold the collection buckets or sing. Song words will be provided.

This activity accounts for 50% of their community badge. This is one way for scouts to give back to the community, I hope you will all attend.

December 19th 7:30 - 9:30 pm Scouts Christmas Party (and Regina and Andy's leaving party)
All scouts and their parents are welcome to attend. Scouts are encouraged to bring cds with music. If you would be able to bring some party food see Regina on Friday December 12th. This party will also be the final night that Regina and Andy Keith will be acting as Scout Leaders.

December 19th farewell to Andy and Regina Keith as Scout Leaders
Andy has accepted a job in Africa (Guinea Bissau) and leaves the UK on Jan 2nd. Regina and Andy took over the scouts (as joint leaders) three years ago with three scouts, today there are 25 scouts. Regina and Andy are saddened to say farewell however they would like to say thank you to all those who supported thier three years from 5th Sutton and in the District. The troop has participated in most district events winning and placing highly in many including the cooking handball and football tournaments. This year the troop had two teams in the Tate Shield, four scouts in the SOUWEST gang show and three scouts moved up to explorers. Clear signs of a thriving and active scout troop. The new Scout Leaders will be Dean and Jeanette Whitehead (Dean has been working with Regina and Andy for the last two years), we hope that parents will support Dean and Jeanette in the transition.

Beavers District Camp Fire

2008-11-20T22:10:00.001Z

A date for your new diaries/calendars if you have them already....Sat 4th April 09 Bears Wood.

Beavers: District Pantomime Dick Whittington

2008-11-20T22:08:00.000Z

After the success of this year's District Beaver Pantomime
the next one has been confirmed for
Sunday 18th January 2009, from 12 noon until about 1.30pm.
Once again this will be held at 4th Worcester Park Scout HQ, Braemar Rd, W'Park.

Work Weekend

2008-11-20T21:24:00.002Z

As advertised in the recent newsletter, we had a work weekend on 15/16th November.
Unfortunately, the requested help was once again not forth-coming and so we only got a fraction of the intended work done......please bear with us, as we slowly complete the works....we, also, have work and family commitments outside scouting!!
A special thank you (from me) to the fathers of the following Beavers who gave up their time, and had a laugh in the process.....Sam,Sam and Craig.....also the members of the exec and their families, and to Selco for donating some materials ( well done Andy for organising that!)....sorry if I missed anyone out, hopefully I'll have more to thank after the next one..............................

Beavers...St Nicholas Carol service

2008-11-20T20:42:00.004Z

Final details for St Nicholas Celebration Saturday December 6th 08.

Place. St. Nicholas Church, Robin Hood Lane, in Sutton.

Time. 3.30 – 4.15pm.

Wear. Smart beaver uniform. ( i.e. with school/similar bottom half..no jeans or trainers!!)

Bring. £1 per beaver towards Scout Holiday Homes Trust.

Parents are very welcome to join with us and to sit in the side aisles.

I will make the basic assumption of inclement Sutton weather and hanging around for one or two who are not quite so punctual!!! and suggest we all meet under-cover at the underpass outside the civic offices at 3.15 and walk round as a group at 3.20.

Cubs District Outdoor Competition Champions

2008-11-20T20:36:00.004Z

Congratulations to Daniel, Ellie, Dougie and Adam for demonstrating their camping, firelighting, first aid, pioneering, communications, compass, nature and tracking skills to WIN the Sutton District Outdoor Team Challenge.
A tremendous team achievement in arduous conditions.....WELL DONE!

Fireworks Night

2008-11-06T15:03:00.001Z

5th Sutton Scout Group Halloween/Fireworks night is on Friday 14th November
Adults £3 Children £2
Includes Barbeque. Fancy dress optional.
Tickets from section leaders or on the night.
All welcome.

Remembrance Parade

2008-11-06T15:01:00.000Z

Remembrance Day Service Church Parade : Sunday November 9th at 10.45.
St. Barnabus Church, St Barnabus Road, Sutton
(meet in church hall to the rear of the church)
Smart Uniform (ie with school trousers/skirt and school shoes) with a poppy!
As usual, the whole family is welcome.

Beavers and Cubs: Astronomy Roadshow

2008-10-30T10:51:00.004Z

Please see the details of the letter given out on Tues 28th at Cubs:
"On Wednesday 19th November Ann Morley (Baloo) of 5th Carshalton, has arranged for the Astronomy Roadshow to come and visit the Beavers and the Cubs at the Scout Hall.

All Beavers in uniform should meet at the hall at 6.15pm for a 6.30pm start and need to be picked up from the hall at 7.15pm promptly.

All Cubs in uniform should meet at the hall at 7.10pm ready to start as soon as the Beavers leave and be picked up at 8.15pm.

Please note this (free) event is in addition to the normal Tuesday Cub and Thursday Beaver meetings.

Any queries please contact us. Thank you. Vanessa & Derek Lambert. 01737 551726"

I understand that this includes a big dome (in the hall) with the children inside and all the stars/planets projected onto it, and is something that the kids would hate to miss. Eddie

Just found this link...to give you an idea of the evening http://www.astronomyroadshow.com/ Eddie

Beavers Halloween Cinema

2008-10-30T10:49:00.001Z

Halloween cinema.....for those that put their names down for the above event, please meet me outside the venue at 4.40 pm on Friday.
Remember your scary costumes (optional, but no uniform required).
There is also definitely space for siblings, if you already put them on the list, and there will probably be space if any parents want to stay rather than drop the child and pick up later (entirely up to you).
Venue details all as on the poster below, and the letter sent home.

IT Badge

2008-10-24T21:21:00.001+01:00

I have had a few enquiries about what is required for the IT badge.

I have checked out the following link:
http://www.itbadge.org.uk/
which is safe to allow your child onto. It will guide him/her through the various stages required.

On Stage One:
A certificate can be printed out at the end, after the Beaver works his/her way through the tasks.
If the parent can sign off tasks 1 and 5, and the Beaver brings it in (with the poster and picture from task 3 and 4) then I am happy that they have satisfied all requirements, and they will have earned their IT badge.

Note for cubs/scouts parents: as this is a “staged” badge, cubs and scouts details are available from the same page with the same criteria

There is also a competition:
Representatives from BCS and The Scout Association will select the winners based on creativity and innovative use of IT Skills.

One winner will be selected from each age range:
winners in Beaver, Cub and Scout categories will each collect a Nintendo DS Lite game console.
Details here: https://members.scouts.org.uk/competition_view.php?competition_id=2

Hallowe'en party- letter home

2008-10-16T15:31:00.001+01:00

Next week, Thurs 23rd, we will be having a halloween party, no uniform required, prizes for best fancy dress,... could get sticky and messy....you have been warned.....spooky....please help your Beaver to make a pumpkin lantern to bring in...the Beavers that come in “prepared” always seem to have so much more fun.....ideas here http://www.pumpkincarving101.com or here http://www.new-age.co.uk/halloween-pumpkin-carving.htm I'm sure you get the idea!! links are also on our blogsite http://5thsutton.blogspot.com

Swimming Gala

2008-10-08T14:34:00.001+01:00

Beavers/Cubs/Scouts Swimming Gala Saturday 18th October
Trinity School, Shirley Road,Croydon

Information for Beavers

The first five races will be for the Beavers, starting at 5.30. Beavers can start getting changed at 5.20.
Participants should arrive in full uniform, at 5.15.

Race 1: 1 width float race (arm bands optional) New Swimmers
Race 2: 1 width swim – any front stroke
Race 3: Relay – 3 widths any stroke
Race 4: 1 width swim back stroke
Race 5: 1 length “dash” any stroke

If anyone would like to represent 5th Sutton Beavers please let Eddie know ASAP, we can only enter one Beaver per event.

Beavers Halloween cinema

2008-10-08T14:33:00.001+01:00

A note went out a couple of weeks ago, reference the Halloween cinema, on Fri 31st October.
Please see Eddie to add your name to the list if you would like to attend. Final date for names on the list is Thursday 16th Oct.

Cubs

2008-10-03T11:34:00.005+01:00

Please remember there will be no cubs meeting for the next two weeks, as Derek and Vanessa are taking a well-earned holiday.
There WILL be a meeting on October 21st and also October 28th,the Tuesday of the half-term break, as per the letter home.

Thursday 2nd October Beavers

2008-10-03T11:30:00.001+01:00

No handouts tonight.
Please note Harvest Festival Parade is THIS SUNDAY.
Please remember FULL uniform.
Details below.
Thanks, Eddie

Harvest Festival

2008-09-25T21:21:00.002+01:00

Harvest Festival
Please bring in any non-perishable food items you can afford to donate to the church next Thursday.

Harvest Parade
Next Sunday (5th October) we would like you to join the 5th Sutton (St Barnabus) Scouts, Cubs and Beavers at St Barnabus Church, St Barnabus Road, for a special Harvest Festival service.
We will be meeting at 10.45 a.m. in the church hall to the rear of the church. Please ensure that the Beavers are in FULL uniform. i.e uniform top with school shoes & trousers, and have some change for the church collection.
All Beavers who attend this service, or a service at their own Church, will also gain extra points for their Lodge and gain credit towards their Faith Badge.

Letters Home Thurs 25th September

2008-09-25T21:02:00.002+01:00

Further details of the Hallowe'en cinema organised for all the Beavers in the Distict.

Certificate “U” “the Halloween Tree”

Fancy dress is optional.......wear Beaver Uniform if not in fancy dress!

Names and payment of £1.50 payable to “5th Sutton Scout Group” by Thursday 23^rd October, so we can send District one cheque.

Unfortunately there will probably not be space in the cinema for siblings/parents.

Derek & Vanessa (our Cub Leaders)

2008-09-11T09:27:00.001+01:00

Congratulations
Derek & Vanessa
on your 40th Wedding Anniversary
Well done from all at 5th Sutton

New GSL Needed Urgently!

2008-09-11T09:12:00.003+01:00

Thank-you Chris Hatton for all your hard work and dedication as outgoing GSL for 5th Sutton Scout Group.
Enjoy your retirement.

Can you help?
We need someone to take over as Group Scout Leader.

We are currently GSL-less as Chris has had to retire on health and commitment grounds.
Are you willing to give time towards a fantastic scout, cub and beaver group, to help with the running of the group and to co-ordinate with the district for events and funding? There will be a dedicated team of people behind you with experience and knowledge that will back up so don't feel you have to be experience within scouting already - willingness and courage are all it takes. So whatever your background, experience or anything else please let us know if you are interested in helping the 5th Sutton Scout Group.
if you can help please contact Bob, Derek or any of the group leaders just for a chat about the position and any further information you may need.

Annual Membership Subs

2008-09-04T12:15:00.000+01:00

All Subs from all sections are now due
Subs are as follows:
Scouts & Cubs
Single annual payment of £90
or
Three termly installments of £35

Beavers
Single annual payment of £60
or
Three termly installments of £22

There is a reduction for additional siblings please ask.

Also, importantly, if you pay tax please fill out a gift aid declaration so that we can claim back the tax for the benefit of the group.
Please ask group leader or treasurer for these forms

Beavers

2008-07-20T14:32:00.003+01:00

Well done to the 16 beavers who participated in the Sports Day in Worcester Park, and especially those who helped out the other colonies who were short of numbers .
Once again, thankyou to the helpers/parents who came along.
It was a fun day for all the beavers, and a great way to finish the term.
Have a great break.

Dates for your diary:

Beavers restarts Thurs 4th September
12^th October Activity afternoon(Westcroft)
18^th October Swimming Gala
31^st October Hallowe'en cinema
6^th December St Nicholas carol service

A Night at the Races

2008-07-20T12:10:00.001+01:00

A Night at the Races
5th Sutton Scout Group Are running a Race Night At
Headquarters, Westmead Road
On the 27th September
Doors open at 7.30
Stick this date in your diary now!!!!! Fun night with prizes. Barbeque will be sizzling. Bring your own refreshments.
Admission TBA
If you would like any further information or would like to sponsor a race or buy a horse for the night please contact Derek Lambert on 01737 551726 or e-mail vandel@onetel.com

Link to 5th Sutton Webpage

2008-07-18T18:06:00.002+01:00

Now that I have had a chance to play with this......a quick link to the 5th Sutton Web-site is here.
To email Bev for photos or to contact any of the leadership team click the link on the web-page or try this.

Beavers District Sports Day

2008-07-18T17:39:00.006+01:00

District Fun Sports Day
at 4^th Worcester Park Scout Headquarters
Saturday 19^th July

Cheam Common JUNIOR School,

Kingsmead Avenue,

Worcester Park,

KT4 8UT,

NOT the INFANT school in Balmoral Road

Timings.....please have your child(ren) there by 1.45pm (allow15-20 mins for the journey)and be back to pick them up at 4.45pm

Thanks Eddie 07814 041432

Please help with car sharing if at all possible.

Please wear Group / Beaver T shirts, shorts, Group scarves and trainers. Bring raincoat if weather doubtful. All beavers will need full water bottle Extra water will be available from HQ..

DIRECTIONS: Go to mutimap and type in the postcode ......the primary school is marked just above the red circle

Photos Update

2008-06-24T18:07:00.001+01:00

All the photos are now on the on-line album. They are available to view by emailing fifthsutton_scoutgroup@hotmail.co.uk with a request for sharing privileges. This is to prevent any unauthorised viewing of our children. Thanks
Bev

Photos from Family Camp June 2008

2008-06-19T17:24:00.002+01:00

I will be posting information about how to obtain the photos taken at the family camp at Broadstone Warren very soon. They will be available in an on-line photo album at byphotos.com as soon as I have formatted them correctly and downloaded them. Won't be long I promise! In the meantime if you do wish to view them please email me at fifthsutton_scoutgroup@hotmail.co.uk so I can add you as an authorised visitor to the album, (with current concerns about childrens photos only authorised visitors can view and buy the photos)
thanks

Bev

Camp Meeting

2008-05-22T13:35:00.002+01:00

Please be reminded for all those that are already registered for Annual Family Camp that there is a meeting on Tues 3rd June at 8.15.

Investiture and One week break

2008-05-22T13:30:00.002+01:00

Congratulations to our 5 latest new Beavers, being invested tonight,Cameron, Harry,James,Ben and Sam. Also please remember that there is no Beaver meeting next week, due to 1/2 term break. We shall meet next on Thursday 5th June.

Annual Membership Subs

2008-05-05T21:36:00.001+01:00

Family Camp 13th-15th June

2008-05-05T21:34:00.002+01:00

PLEASE REMEMBER
The forms and remaining payment for family camp is now due.
All consent forms must be handed in promptly.

St Barnabus Church Spring Fair

2008-05-05T21:32:00.002+01:00

The spring fair is on Saturday 10th May 2008
from 10am- 2pm
at St Barnabus Church Hall
Entrance 50p (free if in uniform)
please come and support the fair

Easter Break & St George's Day Parade

2008-04-01T20:48:00.002+01:00

Easter Break
There will be no meetings on week of 8th & 15th April because of the school holidays.

St Georges Day Parade

Sunday 20th April 2.30pm
This is a really important event for the whole group
Please meet, in full uniform, at the top end of Manor Park (opposite B&Q) in Sutton at 2.15pm (at the very latest)
We will be marching past the Mayor of Sutton, down the high street and then back up to the park for the service and promise renewal.
Family & friends are invited to watch the parade and attend the service.
Please bring a contribution for the collection in aid of the Scouts Holiday Homes Trust.

Any Queries please contact Derek or Vanessa

Camp Fire directions

2008-03-27T11:15:00.001Z

1 Depart on Ringstead Road For 0.23 miles (0.37 km)

2 Turn right onto Carshalton Road (A232) For 0.55 miles (0.89 km)

3 Turn left onto Chalk Pit Way (A232) For 0.06 miles (0.10 km)

4 Turn right onto Sutton Court Road (A232) For 0.11 miles (0.18 km)

5 Turn left onto High Street (B2230) For 0.05 miles (0.08 km)

6 Bear right onto Brighton Road (B2230) For 1.48 miles (2.38 km)

7 At the roundabout, take the first exit onto Brighton Road (A217) For 0.88 miles (1.42 km)

8 Turn left onto Winkworth Road (A2022) For 0.09 miles (0.14 km)

9 Turn right onto Bolters Lane (B2217) For 0.43 miles (0.69 km)

10 At the roundabout, take the second exit onto Bolters Lane (B2219) For 0.05 miles (0.08 km)

11 Continue onto B2219 For 1.50 miles (1.77 km)

12 Arrive at your destination (Car Park on right)

Beaver Camp Fire, Saturday 29th March

2008-03-27T11:12:00.002Z

The meeting point is at the Holly Lane car park at the junction of Holly Lane/Lower Park Road and Outwood Lane, Banstead. Directions in next post. Please meet at 2.35pm latest. Please remember uniform,appropriate outer clothing and sensible boots/shoes for walking across the field (approx 10mins) to get to the site!!! Pick up in the car park at 5pm.

St Barnabus Fair

2008-03-20T14:55:00.000Z

Next week, at Beavers,(27th) we will be decorating disposable cups and filling them with sweets for the St Barnabus Church fair. Please bring in some sweets & materials for decorating to make you cup as individual as possible.

Subscriptions

2008-03-19T20:41:00.002Z

Membership Subscriptions
Dear Parents
Please could any outstanding subscriptions be paid before the end of term.
The Easter school break will be from Monday 7^th through to Friday 18^th April.
Please liaise with your child’s section leaders regarding the amount owing. Cheques to be made payable to “5^th Sutton Scout Group”.
Thank you

2008-02-28T15:34:00.000Z

Sunday 2nd March : Mothering Sunday Parade at St. Barnabus Church Please meet in the hall behind the church in St. Barnabus Road at 10:45.

Full uniform please, including dark/ school trousers/skirt and shoes.

Parents and family welcome (especially mothers!!)

Beavers Camp Fire

2008-02-28T15:33:00.000Z

Sutton District Beavers Camp Fire

Saturday 29^th March 3.15- 5.15

Park Farm, Banstead

The above venue has been booked again for a District Beaver Camp Fire

Refreshment in the form of hot dogs and hot/cold drinks will be provided. (or vegetarian option if notified in advance!)

Uniform and suitable footwear to be worn (e.g. 'wellies')

Please reply to Eddie/Michelle by Thurs 6^th March at the latest.

(the cost will be £2 inclusive of refreshments)

Dates for your diary.....

2008-02-06T21:18:00.001Z

Sunday 2nd March : Mothering Sunday parade at St Barnabus Church
Saturday 15th March: County Skills Day for Leaders/helpers
Saturday 29th March: Beavers Camp Fire at Park Farm
Fr1day 13th June-Sunday 15th June: Family Camp at Broadstone Warren
Saturday 14th June: A.G.M.

Executive Meeting

2008-02-06T20:26:00.000Z

The groups executive meeting was held on Tues 5th Feb, Keep checking back for news of future events