The Beavers recently did some scientific experiments as part of the Creative Challenge Badge they were working on. You can see pictures in the *new* gallery.
Welcome Back!
We hope everyone had a great Christmas and New Year. The Beavers, Cubs and Scouts are all back after the holidays and have lots of activities planned (keep an eye on the calendar), not least the Scout’s upcoming camp.
Remembrance Day Parade
For the first time in many years, the Group held a Remembrance Day parade. We met at the Hall and paraded down to the War Memorial outside the Church and we were kept in time by John playing a drum…
Planting Daffodils
The Beavers, Cubs and Scouts have today planted over 1000 daffodil bulbs at St. Barnabas Church, Bradwell and St. Andrew’s Church, Porthill! The bulbs were given to the Group by Newcastle Borough Council. The bulbs have been planted in various…
Beaver’s Sleepover
The Beavers recently spent a spooky night at Kibblestone. New Beavers were invested and welcomed to the Colony and they all did lots of Halloween related activities. The Beavers all had a great time and were worn out at the end…
Bag Packing
Members of the Group spent today bag packing at Marks and Spencer in Hanley. We managed to raise £587 for the Group. Thanks to everyone for taking part and their hard work!
Beavers Get Visitors and the Cubs Eat Chinese Food
Just before the summer holidays, the beavers had a visit from the 67th Burslem Beavers. They played games all evening and made lots of new friends. The Same night as part of their International Challenge badge, the Cubs were treated…
Family Camp Video
At this year’s Family Camp, I managed to video a few of the activities. In the video you can see the camp site in the rain (just for a change), the Beavers and Cubs making their pirate equipment, the BBQ and finally…
Our 2nd Family Camp
On the weekend of 28th – 30th May the Group held its second Family Camp (our first was for our Centenary in 2008). This time we stayed at Barnswood Scout Camp, which is near to Rudyard Lake. Everyone arrived on…
Lots of Activities
All three sections of the Group have been busy recently. The Scouts spent an evening a Kidsgrove Group’s climbing wall. The Cubs spent an evening investigating Westport Lake. And the Beavers spent an afternoon playing football. You can see photos…
Bag Packing
The Beavers, Cubs and Scouts have been bag packing at Marks & Spencer today and we’ve made a whopping £579.12! Many thanks to all who came and huge thanks to Sharon who organised it and Natasha who stayed all day!
Three Beavers recieve their Bronze Chief Scout Award!!
On the 5th February 2010, three of the Colonies Beavers recieved their Bronze Chief Scout Award badges and certificates. They have all worked extremely hard to gain this award and will hopefully continue with this attitude in Cubs to gain their…
Beavers Visited by the Police!
Last week the Beavers were visited by the Police! They were visited, not because they had been naughty, but for the Friendship Challenge! The Beavers even went home with a goodie bag! See more photos in the gallery
Happy Christmas
All the Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Leaders and adult helpers from 1st Porthill Scout Group would like to wish everyone a very Happy Christmas and a Happy New Year!
