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St. Georges Day Activities Afternoon 2010
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After the church service at Irthlingborough, 19 Scouts, 24 Cubs and 33 Beavers boarded coach’s en-route to the Parade and activities afternoon in Oundle.
Having arrived at about 12.30pm the large Irthlingborough contingent lined up and paraded to the School where the activities were being held.
After the parade was dismissed everyone tucked into their packed lunches.
At 2.00pm the Scout and Cub activities got going. The activities on offer included shooting, a climbing wall, archery, tug-of-war, ball games, crafts, smashing plates (that one went down well!) and battling knights (you had to knock the others head off). The Beavers had their own activities in the school hall.
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After 2 hours of activities helped along with great weather, sunny, but not too hot (and best of all, no rain!!) the day ended at 4.30pm with Camp Fire games (without the fire). The Groups then boarded the coaches for the journey home and after a quick head count, set off for Irthlingborough, arriving back at 5.45pm.
Luckily the rain held off until the Group was back in Irthlingborough. Everybody enjoyed the day but all were glad to be going home for some well-earned rest.
St. Georges Day 2010
Sunday 25th of April 2010 saw the Group paraded to St. Peter’s Church for the Annual St. George’s Day Service. There were a record number of Beavers, Cubs and Scouts as well as their Leaders who came along to renew their Promises and to witness the Blessing of the New Cub Flag. The new colours were presented to the Cub section to commemorate 90 years of Cub Scouting in Irthlingborough.
The Parade Service was conducted by Canon Tim Short who blessed the new flag. The lesson was read by Scout ‘Arend’ who received many compliments on his clear and confident reading ability.
The event was attended by Mrs. Eileen Mander our Town Mayor, and afterwards the former Cub Leaders and Donors formed up for a picture. We welcomed Marie Flawn, Wendy Clarke and Spencer Wainwright as well as Tony Packham (Chairman of the PCC).
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A special mention was made about David Maddock who was recently awarded the Silver Acorn and together with Kathleen, received hearty applause from the whole congregation!
Our District Commissioner Geoff Simmons conducted the renewal of promises for all present and former members of Scouting and Guiding.
Long standing Group Secretary receives Silver Acorn
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On Wednesday 14th April 2010 our long standing Group secretary, David Maddock was presented with the ‘Silver Acorn’. The ‘SILVER ACORN’ is given by the Chief Scout for not less than 20 years of especially distinguished services to Scouting.
David was presented with this prestigious award at a ceremony at Wellingborough Freemasons Hall by HM Deputy Lieutenant for Northamptonshire Dr. Ahmed Mukhtar, in the presence of his wife, Kathleen, their friends, and Group Leaders from Irthlingborough and the surrounding Districts.
David has excelled at the job of Secretary for a very long period of time and he was extremely surprised to be given his 30 years Long Service Award at the same Ceremony by the County Commissioner Alistair Cochran.
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Sports Relief Mile just goes on and on ..........!!!
On 20th March, 1st Irthlingborough Scout Group took part in bike ride in Aid of Sports Relief. Some people chose to hike as they did not have bikes but were determined to take part!
Despite the poor weather over 50 people from the Group took part and ventured from the meeting point armed with a Quiz to complete along the way.
The Group battled through mud, puddles and flat tyres to complete the course from Irthlingborough to Stanwick Lakes via the old railway. Some of the puddles were so deep, that the children that rode through them qualified for their Swimming Badge......
Around the lakes the families set about completing an adventure course that led them over the obstacle course, playground and zip wire, all requiring them to answer questions for the Quiz. |
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The families took a well earned Lunch break, and then completed the journey.
Everyone that took part completed at least 4 miles which is a MASSIVE ACHIEVEMENT especially as most of these were through mud tracks deeper than their bikes.
When the sun eventually came out everyone had finished and were busy back at home having to wash bikes and hiking boots alike. The Quizzes were handed in ready for marking and donations made for the charity.
A massive ‘THANK-YOU’ goes to everyone that took part and endured the weather and conditions, which made it even more special to see so many. A total of £100 was raised on the day, and we are hopeful that future donations may still continue to come in.
A huge ‘CONGRATULATION’ goes to the Ibbertson family who were the overall winners in the quiz, winning with a total score of 30; many other families were only a few points behind.
If you still wish to give to this wonderful cause then please would you contact your Section Leaders and they will gratefully accept any donations.
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