Welcome Rainbow

New Leader

Please join us in welcoming our new leader Julie (aka Rainbow).  Julie is Jasper's mother and we are very pleased to have her join us.


Leaders Please...

We welcome our newest leader Sunshine (Nicole, Hudson's mum) and thank her for joining us.  She was previously a cub leader in Greely, and we are thankful that she has joined our colony.

Our beloved Bubbles will be taking a rest soon to care for her upcoming arrival (due in just over two weeks).  Those of you who were interested in being part time leaders, please consider completing the rest of the required training and joining us for a while.  We have five leaders for 21 children, we just make ratio.  When Bubbles leaves will we be under ratio and will have to borrow help from outside sources.  We are expecting another leader to join us soon, however just making ratio leaves us short if one leader can't make it to a meeting.

Thanks again!
Chip, Bubbles, Rusty, Sunshine and Ringtail...
AKA
Fiona, Liz, Marti, Nicole and Eric

Hallowe'en Party

Hallowe'en Party

 
Osgoode Public School 6:30 -8:00 PM
 
This is a joint party with ALL sections of Scouting.  There will be games, a haunted house and snacks.
 
You may come in costume, but remember NO weapons are allowed. 


White Tail Sleepover

I would like to send the cheque this weekend so if all parents could contact or arrange with me for cheque pickup/cash that would be great.
Eligible Beavers are: Jack, Blake, Aiden, Dylan, Jasper, Carson,Kyle and Justin.

WHITE TAIL BEAVER MUSEUM ADVENTURE 2012
Welcoming you to the 23rd Annual Sleepover!

Parent Information Form
Our Colony’s White Tails (Beavers who are 7 years old) will be participating in the annual White Tail Beaver Museum Adventure Sleepover.  Please see the attached information about this event and let your contact leader know if your White Tail Beaver wishes to attend.

What:
Sleepover for 7 year old Beavers (White Tails)
Where:
Museum of Science and Technology, St. Laurent Blvd., Ottawa
Date:
November 16th to November 17th
Times:
6:00PM Friday Nov.16th to 8:45 AM Sat. Nov.17
Cost:
$25 / participant/Leader/Parent


Please make cheques payable to:
Eric Richer


Contact Leader:
Eric Richer (Ringtail)
Phone #: 
613-826-1290




Transportation:



Leaders will Provide 
Drivers are required 
We will meet at
Museum
Day/Time
5:45 PM on the 16th
We will be returning to
Museum
Day/Time
8:45 AM on the 17th






Beavers are required to bring:

                        Pajamas, Stuffed animal & Toiletry items
                        Sleeping Bag, Pillow and Flashlight
                        Pad to sleep on
                        Clothing

Your Beaver is NOT allowed to bring any food into the museum and heeleys are not permitted.

Food for the Sleepover is:
            Evening Snack: Rice Krispie Squares and Apple/Orange Juice
            Breakfast: Juice, Cereal, or Muffin, Fruit (Tea/Coffee for adults)

Please feed your Beaver supper before the event and have them in full uniform.

Museum Emergency Phone Number: 613-991-3100

2012 Rideau Area All Sections Activity Day

Saturday 27 October 2012

Andy Shields Park - Greely


 

Dear Parents/Guardians,

 

Our Section will be participating in the Rideau Area All Sections Activity Day on October 27, 2011 from 10 AM to 4 PM.  There is NO rain date. If your Youth wishes to attend, be sure to sign up with your Section Leaders.  Parents are welcome to participate but we ask that siblings not be included due to space limitations.

 

                What:                    4th Annual Rideau Area All Sections Activity Day 2012

 

                Theme:                 ”SPIES”

 

                Where:                 Andy Shields Park, Greely Old Prescott Hwy

(south of Parkway on Old Prescott Hwy after lights.)

 

                Date:                      Saturday, October 27, 2012

 

Time:                     10:00 AM to approximately 4:00 PM 

                                Please arrive by 9:45 AM at the latest so that we can gather as a group, register as a group and enter as a group!  Pickup time is 4-4:30 p.m.

                               

                Dress:                   Please dress for the weather as the event will be held outside.

                                                PLEASE WEAR GROUP NECKERCHIEF.

 ·         $5.00 (includes registration, snack, activities, craft, fire permit, kybos and crest)

·         Accompanying Parents - $5.00

·         Extra crests are available at a cost of $2.00 each.

 

Food/Snack:       Crystal drinks will be served during the day. Snacks will be provided to all groups at the start of the event.

 

Allergy Notice:   This is a nut-free scouting event.
                               

IMPORTANT NOTE:  Lunch is not provided, please send a lunch with your child. 

        

All Area Sections Day

Please come prepared to register for All Area Sections Day on October 27th.  It will be at Andy Shields Park in Greely.  Further details will be posted this week.  Lunches and snacks are not provided and must be NUT free and PEANUT free.
The cost is $5.00 per child.  Parents may attend.  Drop off is 9:45, pick up at 4:00. 

*****DUE TO LEADER/YOUTH RATIO ONLY THE FIRST 15 BEAVERS THAT REGISTER MAY ATTEND ****

POPCORN

 
If you were not at the apple orchard and need to pick up your popcorn order forms give Chip/Fiona a call and I can drop them off or send them via kidmail.  I would like them back on the 15th, and probably shouldn't admit this but there is some leeway built into that, so if you need it a bit longer please let me know.
 
Have a great long weekend - HAPPY THANKSGIVING

Apple Orchard Visit

is from 6:00 until 7:00

October 1st!

PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN TIME

6121 Cabin Road

Please come prepared to sign up for an apple day time slot on either the 12th or 13th of October!
You can also email your choice to a leader...or call us...or tell us when you see us around.  The blog is updated for availability whenever possible.
THANKS to everyone who attended parent training.  We really appreciate it!

 



Apple Day(s)

Sign up for Apple day early and get a great spot at the perfect time!


There will be a sign in sheet available at Wednesday's meeting for Beavers and Cubs.  Scouts may sign up later.  Parents must stay with Beaver and Cub aged youth.

Location:  Foodland in Osgoode
Date:  Friday, October 12th

17:00-18:00 (5pm-6pm)            18:00 - 19:00 (6pm-7pm)            19:00-20:00 (7pm-8pm)            20:00-21:00 (8pm-9pm)

 Justin                                           Carson and Sawyer                   Jasper                                           Alex C

Location: Pronto/Raymonds - Door on Main Street
Date:  Friday, October 12th

17:00-18:00 (5pm-6pm)            18:00-19:00 (6pm-7pm)            19:00-20:00 (7pm-8pm)            20:00-21:00 (8pm-9pm)                                        

                                                   Tegan and Grady

Location: Pronto/Raymonds - Door on Elizabeth Street
Date:  Friday, October 12th

17:00-18:00 (5pm-6pm)            18:00-19:00 (6pm-7pm)            19:00-20:00 (7pm-8pm)            20:00-21:00 (8pm-9pm)

 Jack &Mitchell                          Charlie and Beatrix                   Nick H

Location:  Foodland
Date: Saturday, October 13th

 09:00-10:00               10:00-11:00               11:00-12:00               12:00-13:00 (12-1pm)            13:00-14:00 (1pm-2pm)
                                                                                                                                                            
Thomas                        Blake and Kyle         Noah and Aiden

Location:  Pronto/Raymonds - Door on Main Street
Date:  Saturday, October 13th

09:00-10:00                 10:00-11:00               11:00-12:00               12:00-13:00 (12-1pm)               13:00-14:00 (1pm-2pm)

 Michael & Matthew   Tyler                           Colin & Ethan

Location:  Pronto/Raymonds - Door on Elizabeth Street

09:00-10:00               10:00-11:00               11:00-12:00               12:00-13:00 (12-1pm)               13:00-14:00 (1pm-2pm)

Jaime & Noah             Matthew B               Abi & Sebastian

Please email your leader with your preferred start time and location and the blog will be updated as requests are received.  If one location becomes too crowded, we may have to ask you to make another selection.  We will do our best to accomodate your first choice.  Apple Day is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year.  Money collected will be used to fund events, crafts, crests, etc.

Group Committee Meeting

Our area commissioner, Ken, has asked that we extend an invitation to all parents to attend the Group Committee meeting Sunday September 30, 6:30pm.  If you are interested in learning more about Scouting, and the planning process, this is your chance!

Wednesday, September 26th

All Sections Meeting

 
We hope everyone enjoyed the first meeting of the year.  We have a current enrollment of 19 youth and have almost reached our maximum for the year.  Beaver scouts is run with a 1:5 Leader to Youth ratio.  We could use your help as anyone attending tonight's meeting was sure to notice that Bubbles will be taking some time off shortly to care for her expected arrival in November.  The more leaders we have, the more youth we can accomodate.
 
The second meeting of the year will be held on Wednesday the 26th at Trinity Bible Church, 4101 Stagecoach Road.  The meeting will begin at 6:30 and end at 8:00.  It will be an outdoor meeting.  Please bring a cup or mug for each Beaver.  If you are interested in becoming a Volunteer, training will be held at this time.   
 
 
We look forward to seeing everyone on Wednesday!

Registration

For those who asked, here is a link to the registration form.  You can't register online.  Please print it off and bring it in with you on the 17th.

this is the link for adult volunteers:

http://www.scouts.ca/sites/default/files/Registration-Form-myscouts-Adult-English-2012-2013.pdf

this is the link to use for youth members:

http://www.scouts.ca/myscouts/files/myscouts%20English_Youth_2012_2013%20Registration%20Form.pdf


Volunteering

 
This year we are very fortunate to have four returning leaders.  In order to continue the program and provide the best experience we can for as many youth as possible, we do need more help.  If you are able to attend meetings and help out in as few as three meetings this year, we NEED you.  We are asking for help at whatever level you are able to commit to.  You may arrive at meetings and help out, or you may join up and help us plan and organize the meetings.  Scouts Canada takes the safety and security of all children very seriously.  As a result there is mandatory training for all volunteers.  We are holding a training session during the meeting time on the 26th of September at Trinity Bible Church.  While your children are enjoying Scouting, you may complete part of the training that will allow you to be a part of their Scouting experience.  Parents may still attend meetings and events with their child/children without taking the training, but may not help out with other children or help run any events or programming.  As a leader you will become a valued and valuable member of our team.
 
Please consider joining us!
*Bring a mug for coffee and/or tea*
 
Chip, Rusty, Ringtail and Bubbles (PS...If you become a full time or part time leader, you too can have a cool nickname...)