Group Camp 14th-16th April 2023

Directions

Address – Petersburg Outdoor Education Centre , Clonbur , Co Galway – F12 X589

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This year 26th Galway Scout Group are organising a group camp for all sections. This will be an exciting weekend at the Petersburg Outdoor Education Centre. It is a great opportunity for all the group to get together and learn new skills and have lots of fun.

Location: Petersburg Adventure Centre F12 X589

  • Cub, Scouts & Ventures will arrive on Friday (14th April) evening and will be camping for 2 nights and taking part in one of the centre’s activities as well and having lots of fun activities organised by the group
  • Beavers will arrive on Saturday (15th April) morning and stay in the centre’s indoor accommodation. they will take part in the activities organised by the group

Cost

– We hope to keep the cost within budget but this may change due to the numbers attending

Camping

  • Ventures, Cubs & Scouts €80
  • Beavers €35

To make a payment please click here , Day Rates available also , please click here

A deposit of €35 by 15th March if your child would like to attend. Final payment for Ventures/Scouts/Cub to be made by 31st March

There will be no transport provided to and from this camp

Information for Camp

Cubs, Scouts and Ventures Gear list Beavers Gear list
Neckerchief (to be worn at all times)Neckerchief (to be worn at all times)
Tracksuit or pyjamas Tracksuit or pyjamas
2 full changes of clothes (no jeans) 2 full changes of clothes (no jeans)
Rain gear – jacket and leggings (no ponchos please) Rain gear – jacket and leggings (no ponchos please)
Towel Towel
Wash bag including toothbrush and toothpasteWash bag including toothbrush and toothpaste
Wellies/crocks (easy to slip into shoes) Wellies/crocks (easy to slip into shoes)
Warm hat & gloves Warm hat & gloves
Roll Mat/ Sleeping mat (no yoga mat) Sleeping Bag – 3/4 season sleeping bag
Sleeping Bag – 3/4 season sleeping bag Head Torch / Torch & spare batteries
Head Torch / Torch & spare batteries Small rucksack (for hiking)
Small rucksack (for hiking) Black bag with name on it for wet and dirty clothes
Black bag with name on it for wet and dirty clothes Refillable drink bottle
Refillable drink bottle Walking boots (for hike) and socks
Walking boots (for hike) and socksThermal top and leggings layer as evening could be cool
Thermal top and leggings layer as evenings could be cool Warm Jumper/fleece
Warm Jumper/fleece First Aid Kit (if they have one)
Notebook and pen Trainers
Trainers
First Aid Kit
Clothes for activities (the activity will be weather dependent)
-Set of old clothes & wellies (they will get muddy)
-Swimming costume, long sleeve activity top, trainers or wet shoes, wetsuit if you have one, Petersburg Adventure Centre will supply them.

Note: There is no need to bring any food (including sweets) as it will all be provided.

If your Beaver, Cub, Scout or Venture requires any medication while we are on the camp please speak to your section leader. For any medication needed by your child please provide it in a clear resealable plastic bag with instructions on it. It will also include a medical consent form.

Drop off time: Please sign in with your section leader when dropping off your child.

  • Cubs, Scouts & Ventures Friday 14th drop of time: 7pm
  • Beavers Saturday 15th drop off time: 10am
  • All sections collection time Sunday 16th: 2 pm