Category: Scouts

Scout Sleepover and Skiing

What: Scout Sleepover and Skiing

When: Saturday 14th – Sunday 15th December.

Where:  Kilternan Ski Club & The Scout Den

Cost: €35 per scout, please bring this to the den the next time you are coming. Cost will cover the skiing fee, a movie night and dinner on Saturday evening.

Scouts should meet at 2:00pm on Sunday at Kilternan Ski Club, collection will be at 4:30pm from Kilternan. We will be hosting a movie evening in the den from 5:00pm – 7:30pm after the skiing

Covid-19 Considerations: 

We cannot accommodate carpooling due to Covid-19, each Scout/family should be dropped and collected from Kilternan Ski Club/The Scout Den.

Disclaimer: 

All Scouts will require a disclaimer signed by parent/guardian to partake in the skiing. Please find official disclaimer here.

Equipment List: 

– Face Mask
– Warm, flexible clothing that does not restrict movement*
– Strong Gloves (ideally padded ski gloves)*
– Long, thick socks*
– Long-sleeved top*
– Wet weather gear as classes will still proceed if it rain*
– Disclaimer*
– Flask with hot drink*
– Neckerchief & Woggle
– Blanket (for outdoor movie)
– Small Day Bag
– Water Bottle
– Packed lunch/snack
– Rain Gear
* required for skiing 

Group Investiture 2019

What: Group Investiture

When: Saturday 30th November @ 5:00pm – 7:00pm.

Where: Willington Scout Den

Our group investiture will welcome all new Scouts to be invested to the section. Both Scouts that have moved up from cubs and are new to the group will be invested. In order to be invested, Scouts must be wearing full uniform, please see detail below.

Parent / Guardian /  Family Member Involvement:

We ask that all Scouts being invested have a parent/guardian/family member present on the evening. This person will be involved in the investiture ceremony.

Scout Uniform:

Uniform products are only available online via thescoutshop.ie. Orders made online are normally made available for collection next day in the Bray Store.

Troop Hostel Weekend – 8th to 10th November

What: Troop Hostel Weekend

When: Friday 8th to Sunday 10th November

Where: Aurora House, Glencree, Co. Wicklow. Directions found here.

Cost: €40 per scout, paid on or before Thursday the 7th of November. Scout Leaders will be in the den from 7:30 pm on Monday 4th November, payments may be dropped up then.

Parents should confirm their scout(s) attendance for this hostel ASAP by texting Micaela. Scouts will meet at the Den at 7:00 pm on Friday 8th November and return at 2:00 pm on Sunday 10th November. Lifts will be required to and from the activity.

Equipment List: 

– Neckerchief & Woggle
– Sleeping Bag
– Warm Clothes
– Night Wear
– Toiletries
– Eating Equipment
– Small Day Bag
– Water Bottle
– Notebook & Pen
– Hiking Boots
– Rain Gear

October’19 Update for Scouts

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Firstly, I would like to welcome all our new scouts that are joining us this year, both from cubs and
joining us new this year also. Please note the following dates for your diary.

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Day Activity: Sunday 6th October.
    Please bring a packed lunch, hiking boots and rain gear (trousers and coat) all in small backpack (no
    drawstring bags). Meet at the den at 9.30am lifts required. Pick up at 4pm. This is mandatory for any
    scouts wishing to take part in the MPC.
  • Ulster Mountain Pursuit Challenge: Friday 11th – Sunday 13th October
    This is for a small group of older scouts only.
  • PL/APL Weekend: Friday 18th – Sunday 20th October
    Training weekend for PLs and APLs. Taking place in Irish Military War Museum is located in Starinagh, Collon, Co.Meath, A92-V4K7. Map location can be found here. Start Date & Time: Friday 18th October @ 8:00 PM. Finish Date & Time: Sunday 20th October @ 1:30 PM.
  • Troop Hostel Weekend: Friday 8th – Sunday 10th November
    Hostel weekend activity. Cost €40, payment due by 24th October. More details closer to the time.
  • Christmas Weekend: Saturday 14th – Sunday 15th December

UPDATES

  • Uniforms: All scouts are required to wear full uniform to weekly meetings. Uniforms must now be ordered
    online (https://thescoutshop.ie/) However sizes can be tried on in the scout shops showrooms in Bray.
  • Activities Consent Forms: Please return consent forms as soon as possible if you have not already done so. Please ensure all details on this consent form are complete and accurate. If anything changes during the year please let us know so they can be updated. The primary mobile number provided on these forms will be used for communication from the scout section.
  • Communication: We ask you please not to reply to texts unless a response is asked for. Please direct any queries to the scout leaders on a Thursday evening. If you do not want communication via text please let us know when returning the consent form.

Finally keep an eye on willingtonscouts.ie for updates through out the forth coming year.

Yours in Scouting,
The Scout Leaders

Scouts: Ice Skating/Sleepover Weekend

It is that time of year again where we need to begin planning our Christmas Sleepover Weekend.

Cost: €35

Date: Saturday 5th – Sunday 6th December

Times to be confirmed closer to the date.

We will be doing the usual,  travel to Dundrum, ice skating & cinema, back to the den for a sleepover.

Deposit of €10 needed Thursday 5th November to secure your place.

The remainder of the cost can be paid on Thursday the 3rd December.