The climbing was up near Symonds Yat
Rock. The Leaders and Ventures involved in setting up the climbs drove
around whilst the rest of the troop walked.
All the Scouts and Venture were
able to attempt several climbs, some of which counted towards their
climbers badges.
A lengthy Abseil was
also set up for the Scouts.
OVER
THE TOP
The Slide started out as one of the
burger challenges. Two teams of Scouts running a relay race up and
down a slope covered in ground sheets lubricated with water and
washing up liquid. Once the race finished the event turned into an
amusing bundle. The slide was also set up again at the end of camp for
a bit of fun. This time the Ventures joined in as well!
POINTS
FOR STYLE?
This page contains the
pictures that didn't fit into any of the other categories.
The
Scouts and Mark travelled to Gloucester from Gidea Park by Train. The
rest of the leaders and Ventures travelled in cars. Due to problems on
the Circle line at Farringdon we had to travel across London on the
Central Line.
WAS
THAT YOU?
It's a well documented
scientific fact that whilst walking up mountains Scouts Rucksacks feel
200% larger and 500% heavier than they actually are. Conversely on the
Central Line Scouts rucksacks feel weightless so that the Scouts
forget they are wearing them and consequently run the
risk of knocking members of the public out of the way with them.
We spent an afternoon visiting a Maze
puzzle. Fortunately for much of the time we were the only visitors so
we could use the maze as an excellent arena for several games.
On the way back the Ventures and Leaders
got slightly delayed.
