School Enjoy Scout Activities

Friday 4^th October was a day to remember for the staff and pupils of Kings Somborne Church of England School. Scouts, Leaders and helpers from the Romsey District team set up the type of activities that Scouts, Cubs or Beavers might experience during their camps or weekly meetings.

In the field behind the school the Scouts set up four activities and each of the year group took it in turns to try most, if not all of the activities. Even the occasional rain shower didn’t dampen anyone's fun

The most popular activity was the rope bridge a 7 metre long bridge that forms part if Romsey District’s popular assault course. All bar one of the 120 pupils successfully crossed the bridge, as did some of the teachers. Decorating a wooden book mark was also popular as was the junior archery equipment. The equipment has small bows and arrows with large rubber suckers on the end are especially designed to be used by young people and allow them to have their first experience of archery

Equally as popular was the fire lighting demonstration which also included marsh mellow cooking. Pupils were able to roast a marsh mellow over the hot embers of a well established fire. Once the marsh mellow was golden brown and just starting to melt, it was placed between two chocolate biscuits creating a warm and satisfying snack, especial when eaten during one of those intermittent showers.

Some of the pupils were already members of the Scouting but it is hopeful that more children will now want to join after experiencing these activities. The aim was to also encourage more adult help.

For more information about Kings Somborne Scouts, how to join the Group or how you can help e mail kingssomborne@romseyscouts.org.