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The Beavers and Cubs of the 93^rd Braes Scout Group took part in the Big Paddle Clean-up 2025 at the end of May.  They chose to clean up the banks of the Union canal between the Lathallan Bridge and Muiravonside Church.  The Cub Scout section lead volunteer, Peter Curry, said, ‘the beavers and cubs did their best to bag as much litter as they could.  Credit, however, to the people who use the canal as there was not as much litter to be found as in previous years. The youngsters still enjoyed their paddle in the sun and will be out canoeing again soon’.

The photograph above, shows the recent meeting of Group Trustee Board members.  A unique opportunity has arisen for a committed and enthusiastic volunteer to make a real difference in the lives of young people in Falkirk District. The current chair of the District Trustee Board is retiring in September.  We are looking for someone with strong leadership and teamwork skills, no prior Scouting experience is required, to help shape the future of Scouting within the District, supporting and ensuring the District continues to provide exciting opportunities for our young people from 4 – 25 years-of -age.  Get in touch to find out more at DLV@falkirkscouts.org.uk    

Squirrel Scouting is going from strength to strength in Falkirk District.   Five of our dreys met recently at the Barrwood for an activity day based on some of their favourite books.  The squirrels took part in an obstacle course and a scavenger hunt, they toasted mini marshmallows and made spooky potions and stickmen.  They finished off with a bit of code breaking which enabled them to find their prizes.  Before going home, the youngsters and leaders celebrated a terrific day at the campfire.   Thanks to all who worked hard to make the day possible.  For more information on which Groups have squirrel dreys go to www.falkirkscouts.org.uk

A couple of weekends ago, the 93rd Braes Beavers and Cubs had a joint camp at Barrwood.  Focusing on badgework, they built dens, did some outdoor first aid, learned some new knots while Pioneering and then built a dresser for the basins for hand washing and dish washing.  They did some kitchen knife skills, preparing a salad as part of their lunch and dinner. The showstopper was the pork shoulder which they cooked in the Dutch oven on their camp fire for 5 hours. This was followed by warm banana splits with melted chocolate and marshmallows. Lovely!

Another Explorer Scout Unit who were busy over the Easter break were the Altitude Explorers who took part in a weekend activity camp at Fordell Firs.  They tried new and exciting activities like the 3G swing shown in the picture.  The youngsters are attached to two cables which allow them to swing.  They are then pulled up and released, first a drop and then a massive swing – enough to scare most taking part!  They also took part in (slightly less scary but just as thrilling), a climbing wall, a Zipline and a vertical ladder.  After a busy day, they slept in the new purpose-built, heated, eight-bed pods.