March 2005 Newsletter

March 2005 News Letter

Thanks to all those of you who kindly made donations to the Tsunami appeal. The response far exceed our expectations. When the packing was finally completed, the church was over one third filled with boxes and the gatehouse was full. The Gatehouse contents was transported to Birmingham where they too were surprised by the amount, we filled their container and left many boxes in their Scout hut. The Contents of the church will be shipped out in the near future when transport can be arranged to take it to a container in Telford.

13^th March Ashby 20 Water Station.

This event in organised by the Ivanhoe runners, we assist in areas where they are short handed, normally the water stations. The Scouts line the roadside at various points around the route and hand water to the runners. Only three Scouts turned up last year, hopefully we will be better supported this time round.

15^th – 17^th April Dovedale – Backpacking Week end.

This is a lightweight camping weekend where the Scouts will work in teams, hiking and carrying all they need for the weekend. The younger Scouts have the option of just doing the hike. Please complete and return the form below if your son wishes to take part.

10^th May and 24^th May Canoes in the Canal.

These sessions are based at Donisthorpe Minors Welfare. They have moved here from Moira in order that we can make use of the showers and changing facilities.

The fee for these district run courses is £3 per session. Places are limited due to the number of canoes available. Please complete the form below if your son wishes to take part.

24^th – 26^th June District Canoe Camp.

30^th July – 6^th August Summer Camp, Dorset, estimated cost £100.