posted 11 Jan 2012 04:10 by Andy Dent
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The Event
This April three of our leaders are entering the Three Towers Hike, a competition hike which takes place in the countryside west of Reading, to raise money for charity. The three fools in question are Andy (Scouts), Ed (Beavers) and Olly (Scouts). We have entered the 'Classic' event as Team Scrambled Legs. The classic event is the longest event run in the series totalling roughly 45 miles through 15 checkpoints. The distance is covered in one day (and probably night) non-stop and will be a massive achievement if we make it to the finish intact especially as none of us have ever attempted such a distance in one go. More information on the hike is available here1.
The Charities:
We have decided to support two air ambulance charities: Thames Valley and Chiltern Air Ambulance Service: TVACAA are the charity behind the red and yellow helicopter 'BOB' and its crew of highly trained medics and pilots. BOB operates across the counties of Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire (hence BOB) providing cutting-edge emergency medical aid and transport to hospital. We chose to support TVACAA following the sad passing of George Dunning, the air ambulance attended the scene of his tragic accident and did all they could to give him the best fighting chance.
Great North Air Ambulance Service: GNAAS operate three helicopters which cover the north of England from the Scottish border to North Yorkshire in the East and Cumbria in the West. They cover an area of 8,000 square miles. We chose to support GNAAS following their role in the treatment of Andy’s dad when he suffered a heart attack while hiking in the Lake District. Their expert medical care, ability to get to remote areas and rapidly transport to the most appropriate hospital (The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough, 100 miles away by road) were key to a complete recovery.
If you are interested in sponsoring us we have a Charity Giving page here2 and will also have a sponsorship form on a noticeboard in the HQ.
Andy, Ed and Olly
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posted 6 Jan 2012 10:13 by Tom Toy
The three Cub Packs begin the new term in the week commencing Monday 16th January. This late start is because Cubs have the opportunity to visit the village Pantomime at Loddon Hall on Thursday 12th Jan. Interested in helping out at Cubs on odd evenings? Give Tom a ring (9403117). Life might never be the same again. |
posted 2 Jan 2012 05:54 by Alison Dent
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posted 27 Dec 2011 10:22 by Droof Scouts
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updated 8 Jan 2012 09:33
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Dungboot went ahead on New Year's Day as advertised; it was attended by 22 members of the group, a motley selection of Cub & Scout leaders and Group Exec bods. The day was overcast and breezy, the ground very wet and muddy under foot as we left the road at Southbury for the bridleway towards West End and a gentle stroll round to Shottesbrooke, where the hot chocolate and coffee had strategically been left in a car at Landmark. From there the path by the church led us to Waltham St Lawrence, then along the south side of the railway back to Ruscombe, about 11km in all and a good day in good company. We finished about 14.00, just in time for the rain to fall as the boots came off, so well planned (lucky)!
Alan / Droof |
posted 8 Dec 2011 04:22 by Andy Dent
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updated 11 Dec 2011 09:02 by Droof Scouts
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Whilst the smoke rose from the leaders' barbecue at the Twyford
Christmas Fayre last weekend, a rather different display of Christmas spirit
was happening at St. Mary's church. Charities and businesses from all around
Twyford were tasked with the creation of their take on a Christmas tree as part
of the church’s celebration of Christmas in the community.
1st Twyford produced two trees for the event. The Beavers
created a ‘handprint tree’ featuring their handprints in paint arranged into a tree
under an acrylic sheet, a piece created in joint celebration of the group’s
centenary. The Scouts and Cubs collaborated to create a second tree; the Scouts
created a suspended tree by lashing branches of increasing size together into cross
pieces, the pieces were then suspended from a ‘gallows’ frame to create the Christmas
tree shape. With the tree assembled, the Cubs were tasked with decorating it in a suitably Scouting fashion. They made diamond baubles from gold and
silver card sticking various scouting badges onto the centre.
Both trees were displayed in the church throughout the festival and will
be present at the 1st Twyford Group carol service on Monday 19th
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posted 4 Dec 2011 07:14 by Droof Scouts
Once again Waitrose have offered us the opportunity to raise funds for the group and a local charity by manning the end of the check-out for an hour or so to pack customer's shopping. This year it is on Saturday 17th December, from 10.00 to 16.00; Cubs and Scouts should add their name to the rota which is up on the notice board in the HQ foyer. In addition to raising funds and promoting 1st Twyford and Scouting in general, those taking part can use the time towards one of their section awards - it's winners all round! |
posted 2 Dec 2011 17:44 by sue glew
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On November 13th 2011, 1st Twyford Scouts, Cubs and, for the first time ever, Beavers took part in the annual Remembrance Parade to remember the fallen. Led by the Maidenhead Concert Band, they were joined by Guides, Brownies and Explorer Scouts to march along London Road, Sycamore Drive, Hermitage Drive and Wargrave Road before pausing briefly outside Twyford Bowling Club. There they were joined by members of the Royal British Legion, Parish Councils and the Police to join them for the short march to the memorial in the grounds of St Mary's Church for the laying of wreaths.
Following a service in St Mary's during which the names of the fallen were read and a two minutes silence was impeccably kept, the parade returned along London Road to the HQ. |
posted 7 May 2011 15:03 by Alison Dent
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updated 8 May 2011 09:08
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Thirteen cub teams from across the district enjoyed an afternoon of shooting and games organised by 5th Woodley at Paddicks Patch.Twyford entered 4 teams who all put in a good effort, with the Cobras coming 3rd and the Buffalos winning the event. Each team was awarded points towards the district Acorn Cup. Luke Parker, Kyle Woolley and Rhys Morgan celebrate their victory. |
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