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Gallery: Photos from the 20th Century
As 2020 marks the start of a new decade. We thought it would be nice to look back at some photos of scouts in Southampton in previous decades. Here are over 80 photos of scouting in Southampton from the 50’s to the 70’s. If you’d like to see more photos from the archives. Check out…
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Poppy Appeal and Remembrance Service
Well folks here we are at the end of two weeks selling poppies. My grateful thanks go to all of the members of Active Support who did a “stint” at our stand in Sainsburys. Also my thanks go to Thelma Young, Kerry Budd, the 7th Cubs, the 26th Cubs, the 29th Cubs, the 11th Group…
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11th Cubs: Helping to save little lives and the environment
Over the last few weeks the 11th cub scouts have been learning about the charity Kicks Counts and how they can use their rubbish to raise money for them. Kicks Counts is a charity that was set up in 2009 and aims to reduce the stillbirth and neonatal death rate by raising awareness of baby movements. …
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District Archery Competition Results 2019
Well done to everyone who took part in last weekend’s district Archery competition. The results are in: Cubs Cubs Highest individual score: 3rd Place: Daniel P – 14th -265pts2nd Place: Lewis P – 22nd -266pts1st Place: William G – 29th – 274pts Cubs Highest team score: 3rd Place: 2nd – 635pts2nd Place: 1st – 704pts1st…
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Calling all Scouts and Explorers: Target Sprint is back!
Target Sprint is back Our next Planned Events are: Saturday 11th May 2019 – Scouting and non-scouting open competition & National Series [49.5mm targets](21st Romsey HQ)Enter via Eventbrite >> HERE << Sunday 12th May 2019 – GB Ranking / Super-League [35mm targets]Enter via Eventbrite >> HERE <<
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Southampton City District: St George’s Day Awards
It’s the time in the year when we recognise adults in the district that have given outstanding service over the years in differing ways. A massive congratulations and well done to those listed here for their input and achievements.These will be presented to the individuals over the coming weeks. Antony Wilkinson Chief Scouts Commendation Elaine…
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Notice: St Georges Day event 2019 Cancelled
Dear All, Unfortunately the St Georges Day event for this year, 2019, has had to be cancelled The district team worked on this for some time following the feedback from the sections but no suitable venue could be found.Thanks to all those involved in the process this year. We hope that we have something in…
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11th Cub Presented with Lee Budd Award
On a cold night in March, Sue Budd, Kerry Budd and Veronica Radford attended the 11th Pack night to present Finley with the Lee Budd Award for “Outstanding Endeavour”. This is only the second time this award has been presented as the recipients have to overcome extreme adversity. He is an outstanding Cub Scout who has persevered…
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Scouts Taster Sessions. The Best thing you’ll do in March
We are holding 3 weeks of taster sessions with a view to opening a new Scout troop in Southampton for young people aged 10-14. Join us between 7 and 9pm on Friday 8th March for the first of 3 sessions at 2nd Southampton Scout Group, Ridding Close, SO15 5PJ. Contact Anne on 07956 013513 or…
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11th Southampton Annual Quiz Night – March 23rd
23 March 2019 7 pm at HQ Teams of 8 (flexible) Adults £2 Kids 50p Tea, Coffee, soft drinks Cakes, pastries, and biscuits will be available to purchase Bring your own beverages, nibbles! Bring prizes for the raffle! Contact Kris to sign up before 15 March 07512 034 855