Think it’s hot. Looking for something to do this weekend so you can ignore the heat? CCJ is only 2 1/2 weeks away, and need your help badly, as does the Everton Camp Committtee. If you’re even slightly handy, have time from Fri night through Sun (hey, you don’t have to show up for the whole thing, any time you have is good for us), we can sure use your help. We’re building, repairing, and cleaning. (Free) camping is available if you’re working, just be self contained and bring your own food and drink (pretty important on a warm day!). Bring your own hammer if you would. I’m sure Sat night will be pretty social, fun is where you find it! Questions? Just reply to the blog post. For Everton info, click -HERE-.
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Camp Everton and CCJ Work (fun) Weekend
Wednesday, July 7th, 2010Speed River Challenge Raft Race – Results
Friday, June 11th, 2010
It’s run. 15 rafts fom 7 Groups. Results as follows (trophies awarded):
Traditional
- 31st Guelph Venturers
- 6th Guelph Troop – ‘Aero’
- 26th Guelph Venturers
Non-standard
- 1st Guelph Firefighter Venturers
Other awards:
- Best Workmanship – 29th Guelph Company
- Best Design – 31st Guelph Company
- Spirit of the Challenge – 1st Elmira Company
This year we also had 2 stoves as prizes, one for Troop, one for Venturers. It was awarded based on Group participation, not individual rafts. Judges were David Barnett (N. Waterloo Area Commissioner), Denise Powell (Oakville Area Commissioner) and Conrad Knabenschuh (Wellington Area Commissioner).
- For Troop – 6th Guelph, with 5 rafts entered, one of which took 2nd place overall with 73 points between them. The next closest Troop was the 17th Guelph with 31 points between their 2 rafts. Others of course…
- For Venturers – 1st Guelph Firefighters, who ended up with 28 points beating the 1st Elmira ‘Destroyer’ raft by 1 point. Others were: 26th Guelph with 26 points, 29th Guelph with 24 points, & the 31st Venturers with 23 points, There were more of course. Great effort and many rafts with very close scores.
Participation this year was from the 1st Guelph Firefighter Company, 6th Guelph Troop, 17th Guelph Troop & Company, 29th Guelph Troop and Company, 26th Guelph Company, 1st Elmira Company, and 31st Guelph Company (in no particular order). Thank you to those who participated! Thanks to Gerry Carr for organizing this year’s race; the 1st Firefighters Company who played safety boat when our pre-arranged canoe didn’t show up 
though the crew did 
; the judges; and Albert Fuchigami for playing photographer.
Guelph Multi-Cultural Festival – needs 10 volunteers urgently
Monday, June 7th, 2010For those in Wellington, you know we run the raft races on Sat morning as a kickoff for the festival. They are still looking for help. If you work a shift, it includes both food & a t-shirt. If you have some time on Sat or Sun, why don’t you? Reply to info@gdmf.ca volunteering. Believe me, you’ll be welcomed with open arms!
Speed River Challenge Raft Race 2010
Thursday, May 20th, 2010
Calling all Troops (and Venturers too). As we have annually for at least 8 years, Wellington will be holding it’s annual raft race on the mighty Speed River (behind the bandshell, enter off Woodlawn) on Sat Jun 12th. Click -HERE- for the full flyer with rules, regs and contact info. There are two classes, one for Troop using standard materials, and proper Scout lashings , the other unlimited using anything you wish. This year we are the OPENING EVENT for the Guelph Multi-Cultural Festival, so we NEED YOUR RAFTS. At $5/entry, and no limit on the number of entries, come out and get wet! It’s been awesome fun before, and we’re counting on that again this year! The winning Troop will also win a 2 burner Coleman stove; Company a stove with grill; as well as the trophy & bragging rights of course. Finally, a prize worth of winning!!!
Standard First Aid
Sunday, May 16th, 2010Available in Wellington, this course is perfect for those seeking their Chief Scout or Queens Venturer Award, as well as Volunteers trying to stay current. Dates are in June, 3 or 4 evenings at Barber Scout Camp (depending on prior experience). Click -HERE- for the flyer or contact Michelle at michelleetcoeur@hotmail.com for info.
Rover Woodbadge Part I – still some space available
Monday, March 15th, 2010Hey Folks, the Rover Part I run by the Council, is not full, though filling up. Running Mar 26-27 in Guelph (a short 40 min drive from Mississauaga), the course leader is George Christian. If you need a Crew Part I, this is the time to do it. Last time to run this year anywhere in the Council. Click -HERE- to register!
Scouter’s Conference – Sat Mar 27 – 9am to 4pm
Sunday, March 7th, 2010Greater Toronto Council is sponsoring a Scouter’s Conference. See a year’s worth of programming in one room. Many sessions to choose from including geocaching, Outdoor Cooking, Camping with Beavers, Lightweight Backpacking, and more. Cost $20 in advance before Mar 20th or $25 at the door. The conference is open to older Scouts, Guides, members of Scouts Canada and Grirl Guides, and interested parents that may become leaders. For full details, click -HERE-