December badgework

Christmas was in our mind all this month and, over a couple of meetings, Cubs made a large decoration to go somewhere in the house. We had lots of great feedback and the photos of them in place in homes showed how attractive the Cubs had made their's look.

October & November badgework

In October, we concentrated on the International badge ahead of our trip to France. This included food tasting.

In November, we had a Harry Potter themed night for one of our meetings.

Remembrance Sunday

As usual, we attended the service at St Andrew's Church in Wilmcote. Four of the Cubs spoke about their visit to Vimy Ridge Memorial as part of the service.

Well Done Harley! Chief scout Award holder

Harley was presented his Chief Scout's Silver award by James, a Guide at the Vimy Ridge Memorial in Northern France. Congratulations Harley - another deserved Award holder.

October - Trip to France (Day 4)

After a magical Wednesday, we had to set off home. But - its an important time of the year - so we stopped off and spent a thought provoking two hours at the Vimy Ridge Memorial in Northern France. This was the scene of a tremendous four day battle in April 1917 which the Allies (mainly the Canadians) eventually won and they took Vimy Ridge, an area held by the German Army for nearly two years. Its a "wonderful" place; go there if you ever get the chance.

October - Trip to France (Day 3)

If Tuesday was a long day, Wednesday (Day 3) was even longer1 We spent 13 hours at Disneyland Paris. What a GREAT day. Out of the 32 Cubs & Beavers, 26 had never been to a Disneyland Park before, and they all had a magical time. They went to both the main Park and the Studios. Again, we're only showing 4 photographs, but trust us - many more were taken1 A lovely day.

October - Trip to France (Day 2)

On the second day, we got up early and after breakfast, spent the day in Paris. The Cubs and Beavers went on a boat trip, climbed the Eiffel Tower and explored the area around Montmartre. a very long day!

October - Trip to France (Day 1)

32 of our Cubs and Beavers enjoyed a fun filled four day trip to France during their half-term week. On Day One, we set off from Wilmcote by coach, crossing the channel by boat and then drove through the countryside on fast roads towards Chateau du Romaine, just south-east of Paris. Lots of travelling, but also fun stops and several dvds! No four photos will do any of the days justice, but here's a flavour...