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Week One & Two has come & gone
So we have already knocked over two weeks of Term 1. Things are back in full swing and we are looking to increase our presence int he community in 2014. I would like to thank everyone who returned this year and look forward to a big 2014.
BBQ Roster - AutoBarn
Thank you to those that have already signed up for the BBQ Roster at AutoBarn. Can I please ask that you all check the roster out at the front desk in the main den and slot yourself in. Remember fundraising is a necessary evil to help offset the costs. The fees would need to increase by $3 a week to cover the short fall. We need everyone helping to ensure we only have to do one of the AutoBarn BBQ's for the year. 2.5 hours on a Saturday is not much to ask for - we have 9 BBQ's to cover from March 15 onwards.
Sign on Day Success
Last weekend saw the group set up camp at the Beenleigh Marketplace. The aim was to raise awareness of the group in the wider community and to increase our numbers in Joey Scouts and Venturer Scouts. What a successful weekend it turned out to be. We are looking at six new Joey Scouts and a strong potential for three Venturer Scouts. These Venturer Scouts are members that left Scouting and are looking to return.
Add to this a waiting list for Cub Scouts (3) and Scouts (9) we are looking very healthy.
Car Boot Sale, Cake Stall and Car Wash
March 1, 7 am to 12 pm will be the Group first of two events for this fundraiser.
Calling all bakers - we need your help in catering for this event. Please drop your goods off Friday night Feb 28 or early March 1. Help on the stall would be a big help too.
We are also looking for those that are keen to help man the BBQ for this fundraiser also.
Seeking Leaders
Are you someone that likes to get down with your kids? Do you want to earn certifications and experience that can assist in your day job? We are looking for leaders continuously. The Cub Scout section is seeking your help as one Leader is about to take a journey for three months overseas and we need your help to fill the hole.
It is a lot of fun to be a leader and the more we have the less work it is for the current leaders.
If you are not interested in being a leader how about stepping up as and Adult Helper or Supporter?
Talk to the Group Leader for more on this.
Bush Dance - Cuboree Fundraiser March 29
Are you up for a good night out, get some people together for some old time fun on the dance floor. The Cuboree Fundraisers - Eleni and Tanya have put in a lot fo effort to make this happen and get or 20+ members to Cuboree in September.
Remember this is not just a Cub Scout activity as they will be asked to come along to for Jamboree fundraising. But if we all ask around I am sure we can drum up interest from outside
Yours in Scouting,
Stephen Hughes (Bagheera)
Group Leader
Beenleigh Scout Group
0490 181 933
