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| − | {{DISPLAYTITLE:12th New Westminster | + | {{DISPLAYTITLE:12th New Westminster Scouting Group}} |
=General= | =General= | ||
| − | 12th New Westminster is the only Scouting Group currently active in New Westminster, BC. We | + | 12th New Westminster is the only Scouting Group currently active in New Westminster, BC. We fall under the [http://fra.scouts.ca/ Fraser Valley Council] of [http://www.scouts.ca/ Scouts Canada]. Before the Areas were disbanded, we were part of the Coho Area. |
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| + | Questions about the Group can be directed to Geoff Pinkerton, Group Commissioner, gc at newwestscouts.ca | ||
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| + | To say '''Thanks!''' to a dedicated Scouter, simply click [https://www.scouts.ca/thanks.html here]! | ||
=Sections= | =Sections= | ||
| − | We have the following Scouting Sections within 12th New Westminster: two Beaver Colonies ( | + | We have the following Scouting Sections within 12th New Westminster: two Beaver Colonies ([[Beaver Colony A|Tweedsmuir Colony A]] and [[Knox Beavers|Knox Colony B]]), two [[Cubs|Cub Packs]], two [[Scouts|Scout Troops]], a [[Venturers|Venturer Company]] and a Rover Crew. |
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==Beaver Scouts== | ==Beaver Scouts== | ||
| − | The Beaver | + | The Beaver Scout program is intended for youth between ages 5 and 7 (Kindergarten - Grade 2). Activities include crafts, games, sports, music, hikes, and camping. |
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| − | ==Cub Scouts== | + | |
| + | ==[[Cubs|Cub Scouts]]== | ||
The Cub Scout program is intended for youth between ages 8 and 10 (Grades 3 - 5). Activities of the program include hiking, camping, activities such as canoeing and kayaking. | The Cub Scout program is intended for youth between ages 8 and 10 (Grades 3 - 5). Activities of the program include hiking, camping, activities such as canoeing and kayaking. | ||
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| − | ==Scouts== | + | |
| − | The Scout program is intended for youth between ages 11 and 14 (Grades 6 - | + | ==[[Scouts]]== |
| + | The Scout program is intended for youth between ages 11 and 14 (Grades 6 - 9). Activities include outdoor activities, camping, and hiking. | ||
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| − | ==Venturer Scouts== | + | |
| − | The Venturer Scout program | + | ==[[Venturers|Venturer Scouts]]== |
| + | The Venturer Scout program is intended for teens between ages 14 and 17 (Grades 9 - 12), offering exciting, real life, hands-on experiences for youth. Activities include hiking, camping, and training programs. | ||
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==Rover Scouts== | ==Rover Scouts== | ||
Rover Scouts is the final youth stage of Scouting, aimed at teens and young adults between 18 and 26 years old. Activities include adventurous activities and helping in local communities. | Rover Scouts is the final youth stage of Scouting, aimed at teens and young adults between 18 and 26 years old. Activities include adventurous activities and helping in local communities. | ||
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| + | =The 10 Essentials= | ||
| + | These are the 10 essentials that you should have on all hikes: | ||
| + | * Navigation (map and compass) | ||
| + | * Sun protection (sunglasses and sunscreen) | ||
| + | * Insulation (extra clothing) | ||
| + | * Illumination (headlamp/flashlight) | ||
| + | * First-aid supplies | ||
| + | * Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candles) | ||
| + | * Repair kit and tools | ||
| + | * Nutrition (extra food) | ||
| + | * Hydration (extra water) | ||
| + | * Emergency shelter | ||
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=Links= | =Links= | ||
| + | * [[Group Committee Role Descriptions]] | ||
| + | * [[Camps]] | ||
| + | * [[Forms]] | ||
| + | * [[Group Gear Packing List]] | ||
* [[All-Section Events]] | * [[All-Section Events]] | ||
* [[Section-specific Events]] | * [[Section-specific Events]] | ||
| + | * [[Games]] | ||
* [[Awards]] | * [[Awards]] | ||
* [[Training]] | * [[Training]] | ||
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* [[Quartermaster|Storage Locker and Trailers]] | * [[Quartermaster|Storage Locker and Trailers]] | ||
* [[Hyack Camp Badges]] | * [[Hyack Camp Badges]] | ||
| + | * [[Special:AllPages|All Pages]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:39, 30 October 2022
General
12th New Westminster is the only Scouting Group currently active in New Westminster, BC. We fall under the Fraser Valley Council of Scouts Canada. Before the Areas were disbanded, we were part of the Coho Area.
Questions about the Group can be directed to Geoff Pinkerton, Group Commissioner, gc at newwestscouts.ca
To say Thanks! to a dedicated Scouter, simply click here!
Sections
We have the following Scouting Sections within 12th New Westminster: two Beaver Colonies (Tweedsmuir Colony A and Knox Colony B), two Cub Packs, two Scout Troops, a Venturer Company and a Rover Crew.
Beaver Scouts
The Beaver Scout program is intended for youth between ages 5 and 7 (Kindergarten - Grade 2). Activities include crafts, games, sports, music, hikes, and camping.
Cub Scouts
The Cub Scout program is intended for youth between ages 8 and 10 (Grades 3 - 5). Activities of the program include hiking, camping, activities such as canoeing and kayaking.
Scouts
The Scout program is intended for youth between ages 11 and 14 (Grades 6 - 9). Activities include outdoor activities, camping, and hiking.
Venturer Scouts
The Venturer Scout program is intended for teens between ages 14 and 17 (Grades 9 - 12), offering exciting, real life, hands-on experiences for youth. Activities include hiking, camping, and training programs.
Rover Scouts
Rover Scouts is the final youth stage of Scouting, aimed at teens and young adults between 18 and 26 years old. Activities include adventurous activities and helping in local communities.
The 10 Essentials
These are the 10 essentials that you should have on all hikes:
- Navigation (map and compass)
- Sun protection (sunglasses and sunscreen)
- Insulation (extra clothing)
- Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
- First-aid supplies
- Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candles)
- Repair kit and tools
- Nutrition (extra food)
- Hydration (extra water)
- Emergency shelter