Kub Kar and Winter Camp update

Note: Tuesday night is bring a friend night. If Cubs bring a friend, they are eligible for a $5 gift certificate at Scout House. Cubs and (probably parents too), have been working intensely on their Kub Kars, sanding and painting the cut blocks. Tuesday night we’ll be putting the wheels on the kars, adding the weights if needed and testing them on a track. Ideally the Kars should be painted and decorated before the wheels go on but if not we’ll have some sandpaper and paint to finish them. Scouts too will be working on their Scout Trucks. The first rule of Kub Kars is to have fun. There are other “unofficial rules” to ensure a level playing field, a key one being weight (5 ounces or 142 grams). We will have a scale on hand on Tuesday. This Saturday (January 26th) the Cubs are going to the Squamish Kub Kar rally. Here is little description provided the Squamish Scouts: Come one, come all for our Kub Kar Rally! Former Cubs are welcome to join us as well with their old Kub Kars. See you all there! Entry fee for each Kub Kar is $5.00. There will be prizes for … Continue Reading →

Welcome back Bowen Scouts, Cubs and Parents

The leaders held a planning meeting last week and I think we’ve put together a fantastic and adventurous program for this spring. I am really looking forward to it. You may have noticed on the most recent emails to parents there is a link to this website. One of the things we are going to try to do is post upcoming information and news. Mike Kerr has been working hard to get the website up and running — thanks Mike. One feature that should help is the google calendar on the Events and Calendar page. We will be working to fill-out the rest of the year planning to June. Please check it out and if you have any questions drop one of us a line. Also the usual caveat with the calendar applies – meetings and activities are subject to change based on leader availability and weather etc. Keep a lookout for changes. As you are already aware, our first meeting is Tuesday, January 15th. You may have also noticed we have switched our meetings to the Multi-Purpose Room in the school, this room will suit us better than the MOD for the meeting activities we have planned this spring. … Continue Reading →

Scout & Cub Winter Camp

Our next camp will be in the cozy Scout cabin on Cypress Mountain just below Hollyburn Cross Country Ski Lodge. We have booked and paid for the the first weekend in February (1-3). The plan is for the Scouts to head in on Friday evening with the leaders to warm up the cabin for the Cubs the following day. Parents are welcome. Please let us know if you are interested as there are some forms and administrative tasks to complete. Here is some initial info. The cabin is a three-story structure that will easily accommodate 30 people and still provide sufficient areas for activities. The kitchen has a propane stove and running cold water. There is an air-tight wood stove on the main level. A loft sleeps 30 on a vinyl floor, Cubs and Scouts must bring sleeping bags and sleeping pad. There is a leaders room on the main floor, leaders must also bring sleeping bags and sleeping pads. Lighting is provided by propane fueled mantle type lamps. Lavatories – consist of a two compartment pit toilet located south of the building Getting there Take the the Cypress Bowl Skiing exit from the Upper Levels Highway (Highway 1) in … Continue Reading →

Cub Meeting Change

To accommodate the visit of the 3rd West Vancouver Scouts, our Wednesday meeting has been changed to Monday June 4th. We will start at our regular meeting time, 6:30pm at the school. From there the Pack will walk down to the ferry to greet other cubs from the 3rd WV group. This is a great way for our Cubs to meet other Cubs and a meet and greet for those going to Camp Byng. Pick up time will be 8pm at Crippen Park.

Beavers cancelled May 30th

Beavers will be cancelled for Wednesday May 30th See everyone next week for our last official Beaver meeting.

2012 Year-End Potluck Dinner Party!

WHEN: Wednesday June 13th, 2012 WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion , 1266 Scarborough Rd TIME: 6 pm – 8 pm Hello everyone, As some of you may know we are planning a Year-End Pot Luck Dinner on Wednesday June 13th. Please RSVP to Leslie at: leslie@leslieblais.com Please let me know what you would like to bring, so we can have a nice variety of food. Here are some suggestions: Appetizer Salads Desert Main Dishes could be :  Beef, Pork, Chicken, Vegetarian Also it would be helpful if you could let me know how many will be attending in your party (eg parents, siblings) so we can set enough tables. I hope to see you all there!

Sea Kayking Adventure

Fun was had by all Bowen Beavers and Cubs on May 16th as they ventured out with expert Sea Kayak guides Martin and Jessica. Mother Nature cooperated with us this week in order for our group to try their hand at kayaking. Even though some had tried it before, it was a new experience for others. A great big thank you goes out to Bowen Island Sea Kayaking for their expertise.  

May 23rd – Jamboree on the Trail

Beavers and Cubs will be participating in our own Jamboree on the Trail this Wednesday May 23rd. Please have your child in appropriate footwear and attire for current weather conditions. They should also bring a snack and drink for their hike. The hike will take place during the regular meeting time. Cubs will be exploring Dorman Point. (Meet and pickup at the school). Beavers will be traveling to the fish ladder. (Meet and pickup at the school). Any parents who want a little bit of exercise are more than welcome to join either group.

Cubs meeting schedule change

The Cub meeting for June 6th has been rescheduled to June 4th to accommodate a visit from the 3rd West Vancouver Cub Scouts in preparation for our Camp Byng Camping trip.   Details to follow.

Queen of Capilano Ferry Tour- April 24th

Our Queen of Capilano Ferry Tour is on! The meeting will start at 5:45pm for both Beavers and Cubs. If everyone could please be on time and meet at Government dock. Please ensure your child is wearing their uniform. Pick up time will be at 7pm at the library.