Welcome Back!

Just a reminder that it is a Cub & Scout joint meeting on Monday night at 6:30pm. Please bring your your Kars/Trucks painted for Monday.

Mark your Calendars!

We have once again been invited to the Squamish Cub Kar and Scout Truck Rally. This year it will be on April 5th at 10am at the Stawamish Elementary School. Get those cars/trucks ready to roll!!

MEC Spring Night Invitation

Date:          Tuesday April 22, 2014Time:          7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Locations:    – MEC Vancouver: 130 West Broadway – MEC North Vancouver: 212 Brooksbank Avenue                                Receive 10% off regular priced, in stock items – including bikes and boats!   To attend the Vancouver stores Club Night, please RSVP atvancouverclubnights@mec.ca by April 15, 2014 To attend the North Vancouver stores Club Night, please RSVP at Nicola.gildersleeve@mec.caby April 15, 2014   Participants must be a member of Mountain Equipment Co-op in order to make a purchase. If you are not yet a member, you may purchase a $5.00 membership that evening.

Edge Climbing and Swimming!

We are going to try and combine two activities into one day!On Monday March 24th, we would like to plan a trip to The Edge climbing centre and then go for some swimming at the West Van Rec Centre. A bus would be chartered (if there is enough interest) and leave Bowen at 9:30am returning on the 4:30pm.Cost would be $30 per person. A great deal for the entire day! Youth are asked to bring their own lunch and snack.Deadline to sing up is THURSDAY MARCH 20TH.

AGM – Monday Mar. 10th @ 6:15pm

16th West Vancouver Bowen Island Scouting Groups will be holding our Annual General Meeting on Monday March 10th, 2014 at 6:15pm at Bowen Island Community School, Multipurpose Room. All are welcome to attend. 

Science World Sleepover

Science World camps are loads of fun for everyone. After check in, the fun begins with an orientation, OmniMax movie, and time to explore the exhibits.We will be having dinner at White Spot located in Science World. Cost is included in the registration fee.The cost per child is $35. THIS IS A NON REFUNDABLE FEE. As Science World must account for the number of individuals attending, any change to attending unfortunately cannot be accommodated for unless under extreme circumstances. When:  Saturday: March 8th, 2014Cost:      Cost per Child = $35      Cost per Adult = $35      Arrival Time & Meal Option:White Spot Meal served at 5:15 pm. The Camp dinner consists of a Legendary Triple O hamburger or vegetarian burger with French fries and a soft drink.  Payment for the dinner is included in the registration cost.Parking and Drop Off:Parking is free but you must obtain a parking pass from the attendant when you arrive.  Children and baggage may be dropped off in front of the building.What to Bring:Essential toiletry articles              Sleeping bag, foam mattress and pillowExtra snacks (optional: Science World provides a granola bar & juice)FlashlightWater BottleUniformDeparture Time:Science World requires that we depart by 8:30 am the next morning (breakfast is provided). Please be prompt. T-shirts:Camp-in T-shirts are available … Continue Reading →

Swim Night CANCELLED

Due to the lack of response we are CANCELLING the West Vancouver Swim Night for Thursday Feb 6th.Monday is BC Family Day and there will be no meeting held.Feb 17th is a joint Cub and Scout meeting where by the youth can bring a friend.Please let me know if you have any questions.

Bowen Cubs and Scouts Swim Night

As mentioned previously, we would like to do a swim night at West Van Rec Centre on Thursday Feb 6th at 6:30pm.In order to plan accordingly please send me a quick email letting me know if:1) your child will be coming 2) if you are able to attend 3) if you are able to drive both ways or even just one wayThe sooner I know this information the better I can plan the event and get the details out to everyone.  Looking forward to a fun swim!

Great Time at Hollyburn Winter Camp!

Thanks to everyone who came out for the 2014 Bowen Scouts Hollyburn Winter Camp at Cypress Mountain.We had a great time tobogganing and playing in the snow and relaxing with some hot chocolate in the toasty warm cabin. Many thanks to the leaders and parents who made it possible and the Cubs and Scouts for making it fun!

Tonights Cubs Meeting

Tonight is a Cub meeting and we will be working on the Health and Fitness badge. Cubs should bring running shoes, a water bottle, wear track pants, and a toque and gloves as we will be outside in the undercover area mainly.See everyone tonight!