News from Falmouth District

District AGM presentations

This years District Annual General Meeting was well attended with distinguished guests gracing us with their company. These included the County Commissioner, Dave Thompson, Assistant County Commissioner and ACC Leader Training Peter Carvell, County Treasurer Cathy Tregear, ACC Beaver Scouts Clare Thompson, ACC Cub Scouts, David Cracknell, and ACC Networks Neil Slade.

After the business was concluded, Mr. Peter Carvell and Mr. Dave Thompson presented some training certificates and long service certificates.
Woodbeads were presented to Steph Wellington by Dave Thompson CC

long service awards were presented by the CC to Sara stuart Woods for 10 years service, Chris Smith - 20 years, Alison George - 20 years, Lavina Holden - 20 years, Tony and Mary Thomas - 30 years, and Janet Bailey - 30 years service.
Laura Bailey received her Provisional Warrant.

The District Commissioner presented Matthew from 8th/9th Scout Group, with the Scout of the Year trophy. After careful consideration by the District Executive Matthew has deservedly won the honour of 'Scout of the Year' and as such has been presented with the David Hyde Cup.
Well done Matthew.

The above pictures are a small selection of presentations made at the District AGM on Monday 9th June 2008. Further images are available on the website link.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/falmouthdistrictscouts

St Georges Day Parade - Falmouth

At the Falmouth and District St George's Day Parade the Archdeacon of Cornwall the venerable Roger Bush, presented Jack with the Chief Scout's Commendation for Meritorious Conduct.
Clare Thompson ACC Beavers read the following citation:
'' Last Summer during the school holidays, a Beaver Scout called Jack was very courageous and helped his Dad following an Accident.
Jack's Dad sustained a serious injury to his hand whilst working in the garden. Whilst there was another adult in the garden next door, who was able to talk to Jack's Dad, Jack realised the situation was serious and subsequently phoned for an ambulance.
He had completed his Beaver Scout 999 Badge just six months before and had been tought to stay calm and talk clearly in the event of needing to call 999.
Jack's quick thinking and subsequent actions helped to get medical attention to his Father quickly. Without this help Jack's Dad's condition would have worsened significantly.''

Charity Concert

On 18th November, the Trust for Scouting Cornwall held a concert at all Saints Church, Falmouth,  with Nankersey Male Voice Choir.
2nd Falmouth Beavers Cubs and Scouts sang some campfire songs, they were supported by the District Explorer Unit.The evening was well attended and the concert was excellent.The evening was a great success, as these images by Colin Wellington shows.

 

Fellowship

During last couple of months, members of the Scout Fellowship and Pendynas Scout Network have been enjoying many hidden walks in and around South Cornwall. From St. Keverne, to the Men an Tol and the famous Mine of Ding Dong! Taking in much Coastline and many hidden valleys, the walks are described as easy to moderate and generally stretch between three and five miles, allowing most if not all members to enjoy the activities.

Members can bring a packed lunch and enjoy a great day out taking in some of the Duchys wonderful views. For details of the next ramble, get in touch with Neil Slade (ADC SF) on neil23fal@hotmail.com or call 07866 534 035. Come on... it's good for you!

 

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