This weekend, blessed with warm, dry weather the 5th Dartford Scout Group represented Scouting in the Youth Zone at the Dartford Festival. We had a fantastic turnout from our leaders, running mini crossbows, paper aeroplanes, book & puzzle sales, face-painting and one-pole bridge.
Category Archives: Cub Blog
2013-07-20 – Collins Global Conservation
After a considerable amount of planning, Collins Pack Cubs were given the opportunity to plant shrubs on behalf of Gallions Housing Association at their new development ‘Hall Quarter’ in Crayford’s Town Hall Square.
2013-06-14 – Leigh Pack @ HobbyCraft
Post coming soon 😉
Leigh Pack Tredegar Allotments
Today some of the Leigh-Pack went to the Tredegar Allotments where we got a Fantastic opportunity to see the bees in some very stylish bee suits! We even got to meet the queen bee and learn lots of interesting facts about them. Then after, we got to have some famous Honey cake which was delicious. After the bees we went to the Allotments to learn all about wildlife and plants. The Cubs enjoyed trying to attract the birds with maggots and some even got some things to take home. After all this we had a packed lunch on the Community Patch in the lovely sunshine! We would like to say a BIG thank you for having us as we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and got to learn some interesting facts. I would also like to add that no-one got stung in the duration of this trip. 🙂
2013-06-21 – Leigh Pack HMS Belfast
The Cubs spent an enjoyable night on the HMS Belfast where they ate pizza and spent a night in 1950’s style Bunks. In the morning they had an interesting talk on the History of the Ship and got to have a look at the ship and try out the hammocks the sailors used to sleep in. Then we all went to London Tower Bridge and had a tour, which the cubs really liked. We really enjoyed this trip and it was a fantastic experience for the cubs. Thank you to the HMS Belfast for having us.
2013-07-12 – Collins Cub Camp
This month 20 Cubs from Collins Pack enjoyed the glorious sunshine at their annual Cub Camp at Hope Hill Scout Camp in Meopham. For most, this was their first ever Cub camp and for some, the first time away from their families.
2012-06-26 – Chief Scout Silver Awards
At a recent district ceremony held in the Mayor’s parlour and attended by the cream of Dartfords’ Cub Scouts, 7 members of the 5th Dartford Scout Group were presented with their Chief Scout Silver Award by the Honourable Mayor of Dartford. On behalf of all at the 5th, we congratulate you all on your award and recognise the effort that you put in to complete the requisite challenges – Well done!Â
2013-06-29 – Phillips Cub Camp
With the weather favorable, 21 members of the 5th Dartford Scout Group’s Phillips-Pack Cub Scouts arrived at Hope Hill Scout Campsite for their annual pack camp. 
2013-06-20 – Collins Food Fun
On a night that clashed with the local school disco, the Collins-Pack found themselves a little short on numbers, so it was out with the Trangia sets to have some fun with food. As you can see, the lads had fun pushing cooked spaghetti through chunks of sausage 😉
2013-06-10 – Miskin Award for 5th
In a presentation ceremony and tour of the facilities today, Maggie and Jim attended the Miskin Theatre, on behalf of the 5th Dartford Scout Group, to receive their Award Certificate for ‘Best Youth Organisation‘. We thank everyone concerned in the nomination and voting process for recognising the 5th’s continued commitment to the social, physical and mental development of the youth in our community through a balanced programme and everyday adventure.