13th November 2014 by a_gaunt
We have agreed the dates for Snowdon Troop Summer Camp 2015
Saturday 25th July – Friday 31st July 2015
We are planning an exciting trip, and will confirm the details in the next few weeks.
29th October 2014 by a_gaunt
12 Scouts and 4 Adults from the Snowdon Troop spent the weekend of 24th – 26th October at Downe Scout Activity Centre. We were promised horrible weather on Friday night and Sunday, but it turned out to be pretty good all weekend.
Activities included Pedal Go-Karts, Rifle Shooting, Archery, Leap Of Faith and Ariel Trek. The Scouts also made Pizza from scratch and cooked them in “Dutch Ovens” on a fire. The boys spent a lot of time running around in the woods chasing each other and, I believe, the plentiful Deer !
We were woken on Saturday morning at about 5 am by some interesting noises – initial diagnosis was Wild Boar, but the site staff suggest Badgers !
Thanks to Sarah Turner for giving up Friday night (after a bad week at work) to run a Rifle Shooting session !
15th October 2014 by Webmaster
Tuesday night saw the red carpet rolled out for local celebs from Nevis Scout Troop. It was Movie Night at Scout HQ, with plenty of Popcorn for everyone.
The girls were all putting on the glitz and makeup and the boys were looking very dapper in their suits. They watched ‘Ride Along’, starring Ice Cube & Kevin Hart.
Higher resolution/better quality versions of these photos are available from Peter for a small donation to our current fundraising campaign!
13th October 2014 by Webmaster
Last Thursday night saw the culmination of Scafell Troop’s cooking preparations. The troop split into groups and had an hour to prepare their dishes.
The fare was wide and varied and included wraps, customised beans, fried chicken and rice, beef burgers, tomato and vegetable soup, hot chocolate and ‘bacon pancakes’.
18th September 2014 by a_gaunt
We set off early on Friday 29th August with 13 Scouts and 4 leaders – our destination – Tonbridge. This was the starting point for our 2 day 26 Km Canoe Trip along The River Medway.
We carried all the necessary kit (tents, food, stoves and personal clothing) for our overnight stay at Yalding.
Beautiful scenery, good weather and a bit of fun on the Canoe Shutes
The trip ended at Allington Lock.
To see more pictures from this event take a look at the gallery.
13th September 2014 by a_gaunt
We are planning a camp for the first weekend of half term.
We will be going to Downe Scout Campsite And Activity Centre – Bird House Ln, Downe, Orpington, Kent BR6 7LJ
Please download and complete the form and make payment before the closing date of 28th September 2014
by a_gaunt
Here is the programme document for you to print out and put on the fridge ! If there are any changes to the activities listed, we will let you know by mail.28TH CROYDON SCOUTS Programme Sept – Dec 2014 – Snowdon Troop
27th July 2014 by Webmaster
All Scouts from 28th Croydon Scouts were invited to take part in three sessions of water activities at South Norwood Lake. Recently unofficially renamed ‘Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Lake’, the local beauty spot provides an invaluable local resource to learn skills in sailing, canoeing and kayaking, as well as general safety in open boats on the water.
Each session was held on a Saturday morning and gave the scouts three hours of time on the water (for only £6!). Everyone agreed it was a great success, even Troop Leader Tony, who ended up in the lake!
22nd January 2014 by a_gaunt
All the Snowdon Troop meetings and activities that are planned so far have been entered into the calendar.
I have also attached a PDF of the programme for you to print out and put on the fridge door !
Another exciting term lined up – we are discussing other weekend activities and badge sessions that we hope to run this term and next. We will let you know if there are any additions / changes to the programme.
28TH CROYDON SCOUTS Programme Jan – April 2014 – Snowdon Troop
18th May 2013 by a_gaunt
On Sunday 12th May, 3 teams from the Snowdon troop took part in the District Checkpoint Challenge.
This is a short hike where the teams complete a challenge at every checkpoint – that and attempt to transport a Pringle round the entire course without breaking it !
Some of the challenges the teams undertook were lighting a fire to burn through some string; build a sedan chair and carry a member of the team round a course; matching a flag , country and Scout motto and a minefield made of cups !
The teams from the Snowdon Troop secured 2nd, 3rd and joint 4th place – our lowest scoring team was only 5 points away from the winner – if only they hadn’t broken the pringle !!
A BRILLIANT result from all of the teams WELL DONE
6th May 2013 by a_gaunt
The details of the Scout Summer Camp have been loaded to the website – please read – as places are limited, please follow the instructions to apply for a place.
4th May 2013 by a_gaunt
28TH CROYDON SCOUTS Programme Apr – July 2013 – Snowdon Troop
Meeting details and weekend activities have been entered into the calendar – if you want to print a copy of the program, you can download it from the link above.
Some of the weekend dates are tentative and we will keep you informed of any changes
11th February 2013 by Webmaster
Four new scouts were recently invested into Nevis Troop.
16th January 2013 by Webmaster
Nevis Troop, the third scout troop within 28th Croydon, had it’s inaugural session on 15th January 2013. The Nevis troop is for children aged 10.5 to 14 years and will meet every Tuesday between 7.30pm – 9.00 p.m at the Craven Road HQ.
The troop is led by Peter (Scout Leader) and Claire (Assistant Scout Leader).
19th November 2012 by Webmaster
Our Group Autumn social was held at Bears Wood Campsite in October. A wide range of activities were on offer for children and parents alike. A special appearance by an Olympic torch bearer called Fitz made the day extra special.
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