Parliament Week is an annual event aimed at getting our young people learning and embracing how our democracy works. It does not instil political ideas or beliefs, nor is such discussion embraced in Scouting as a all-encompassing apolitical organisation welcoming any young person from any belief or background. This year our Cubs visited Trafford TownContinue reading “Parliament Week 2019”
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Well done Wombles
As part of their World badge, the Cubs considered their local environment and ways they could take an active role in keeping it looking great. Volunteers from Sale Moor Wombles provided litter-picking kit so that the Cubs could take a ramble around their local area and pick up litter along the way. Despite the ominous-lookingContinue reading “Well done Wombles”
Cubs Canoeing Competition
It was the perfect day for messing about on the river – well canal! The Cub team from 14th competed again other Cubs teams from the Sale area. There were many heats , races and competitions, but despite their best efforts, the Cubs didn’t make it to the final. Well done to the winning team!Continue reading “Cubs Canoeing Competition”
Scientists in the sun!
The Cubs took advantage of the glorious summer’s eve, to run their meeting outside in the recently landscaped and improved outdoor area. The Sceince badge was run by Tristan. Lots of parent helpers meant there were lots of hands-on activities to explore. The Cubs learned about air and fire with hot air balloons, volcanoes andContinue reading “Scientists in the sun!”
Lord Mayor’s Parade
Sunday saw the uniformed organisations in Sale take to the streets once more to celebrate the new Mayor. There was a parade and a service at St Paul’s Church. Andy received this message from the District Commissioner a few days later… “His Worship the Mayor Cllr. Robert Chilton and the Mayoress Mrs. Zoe Marshall haveContinue reading “Lord Mayor’s Parade”
Teamwork tonight
Cubs continued to work on earning their Teamwork challenge badge. They spent the evening by listening to each other and working together as a team, both small teams and as a group. They played the new game of Swap, then moved on to Battleships. The final challenge of the night was the human chair….it wasn’tContinue reading “Teamwork tonight”
Cubs Pack of 2019
Introducing the first 14th Sale Cubs Pack of 2019…
Cubs cooking up a treat!
The Cubs spent two weeks working on their cooking badge and also to pick our best chefs to go forward to the Cooking Competition. First the Cubs looks at what made healthy and unhealthy food choices, and then made yummy fruit kebabs which went down a treat! We also looked at safe ways to storeContinue reading “Cubs cooking up a treat!”
Cubs’ Space Camp was Out of this World!
The Cubs enjoyed a space themed indoor camp at Abney Hall Scout hut. The Cubs all received a Space log to record their learning about all things Space! The learned about the different planets, both from presentations but also mapping out the solar system in the grounds. They learned just how far away we areContinue reading “Cubs’ Space Camp was Out of this World!”
Games Night
14th Sale Cubs got back into things for the first night of 2019 with a Games Night. They played old games and learned some new ones too. Lots of great teamwork, sporting skills, and good humour made this a fantastic evening for all.