2nd Nene (St. Peter's) Air Scout Group

Challenger and Apollo Troops spent Saturday 17 February 2024 hiking from Elton to Oundle.
The hike started from the bus stop at Orton Mere to catch the 10:39 X4 bus to Elton.
16 Scouts 4 Leaders one young Leader and two parent helpers in 4 groups hiked to Oundle via Warmimgton.

The original route had to be changed due to flooding at Warmington and Ashton Mill.
Every time I came across Greg’s group they seem to be hibernating even though it was 13C.
We all arrived early in Oundle so had to wait for read more…

Challenger and Apollo spent two days at Shacklewell Hollow Camp site not far from Rutland water.
The theme for the camp was “Backwoods” so instead of sleeping in the main building all the Scouts slept in tents.
All the cooking was on wood fire using kitchen foil. The chicken turned out well.
Did you know that you could make chips in foil with enough oil. What do you get if you overcook them? The result is not burnt chips but chip shaped pieces of high quality charcoal.
With care some of the read more…

In conjunction with Holy Trinity Church Orton Longueville and St. Mary’s Church Orton Waterville 2nd Nene Beavers, Cubs and Scouts have been invited to make shoe box parcels for Operation Christmas Child.

Charlie brought Apollo’s first shoe box for the 2023 appeal to troop meeting towards his World Challenge Badge. Maria also brought a box.
See bottom picture on the left. Holly, Emily and Oscar brought along a joint box from their household – picture bottom right.

This parcel will be blessed as a representative of those from The Ortons at St. Mary’ read more…

Steve P and Greg met Maria, Thomas and William at Orton Mere car park at 10:25; had a quick kit check and safety briefing.
Greg and the Scouts walked up to the bus stop on Oundle Road to catch the X4 bus to Elton (minus Steve who was supporting in his car).
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At Elton bus stop the route was reviewed and then, assisted by Greg, the Scouts found the start of the hike at Elton Church and navigated the public footpath around the church to Mill River End, from where they were read more…

On Saturday 27th May 7 Apollo Scouts and 4 from Challenger Troop joined 11 from 1st Yaxley Phoenix Troop at Yaxley Scout HQ for a weekend camp.
The Scouts were formed into 4 patrols, each with a mixture of members from each of the troops.
First task was to pitch Icelandic patrol tents and layout the groundsheet with kit stored away for the day. After a packed lunch, patrol sites were prepared, with dinning shelter, picnic tables and altar fires before preparing wood for the fire.
Scouts cooked Bolognese Sauce and Pasta on read more…

The St George’s Camp was held at the HQ over Saturday and Sunday 22/23 April.
The Scouts slept outside in the dome tents, which they pitched. The Cubs and Beavers slept in the HQ.
Everyone was involved with cooking the meals and taking part in the many activities.
The Camp Leader, Hayley said
“I would like to thank all of the leaders that supported the camp at the weekend.
It felt good to get the group together again.
The children were absolutely amazing. I hope that with a stronger group, we can grow in numbers again.
I read more…

Roger the Pirate was in Cromer.
He now has a new home
in Peterborough.

On Friday evening 13 Scouts 1 Young Leader and 4 Leaders travelled to Roughton Mill* near Cromer in a minibus and Thunderbird 1. (TB1) **
Some of the Scouts wanted to sleep outside in tents. Fortunately the camping area could be floodlit making tent pitching easier.
After breakfast on Saturday the Scouts made their own sandwiches for lunch and then off to Beacon Hill in TB1 and the minibus. Three groups used two routes both of which ended up read more…

This was our 17th annual Chip Shop Hike.
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18 Scouts divided into 4 groups used four slightly different routes, starting at Bainton Reading Rooms and ending at the chip shop in Bretton. Thanks to Bainton Reading Rooms for the use of their car park.
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It was warm, dry and dull…
We had Scouts from Apollo and Challenger troops with leader help from Apollo and Honour Explorer scout unit..
Click on this link to view the routes All Routes Map-Rotated.
More Photos can be found read more…

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Map Smbol Bingo
Map reading may not be their favorite subject.
They were however quite competitive.
In this version of Bingo, map symbols were placed randomly on a table with their descriptions on another table. The game was to match up the symbols with the correct description as quickly as read more…

2022, what a brilliant year it’s been!
Collectively, we’ve achieved our biggest single year of growth in 70 years, continued to develop our newest section Squirrels, supported adults and young people through the incredibly difficult cost of living crisis and provided comfort for the nation during a period of mourning.  
Our biggest achievement, helping over 420,000 young people gain skills for life, providing them with fun and enjoyable activities.  
It’s because of our volunteers, that we were recognised as Charity of the Year 2022 in the Charity Times Awards.
In addition to this award, read more…

It was great to have such a good attendance at The Carol Service on Monday.
Several members of the church and congregation were very complementary about The Scouts. One even gave us a £10 donation towards our funds.
see: https://www.flickr.com/photos/190874264@N08/albums/with/72177720304602815 for photo of us in church (and other recent events).
Well done to:
· Emily & Holly for their piano introductions to carols;
· Sebastian & Oscar for reading the poem;
· Thomas for the gospel reading;
· Samuel for lighting the candles of the Advent Crown;
· and everyone else for taking part so well.
We all seemed read more…

2022.11.27 Apollo Troop AGM Report for 21-22-1
Report to AGM for Apollo Troop 2021-22
From April 2021 we were still under restrictions for COVID 19 but managed to keep the troop
programme going with Zoom events and socially distanced outdoor meetings.
Zoom meetings included:
Patch Sewing.
Tent Pitching and sleepover at home
Tie Dying
Outdoor socially distanced meetings included:
Tent pitching kit checks in preparation for hikes and camps
Cooking on lightweight stoves and open fires
Local hikes
As COVID restrictions were lifted we were able to start meeting face to face with less
restrictions and included the following in the programme:
Camp at read more…

 We have an opportunity to bring a small ray of sunshine to children outside the United Kingdom who are affected by war, poverty, natural disaster, famine, and disease, by contributing to  
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD (see: https://www.samaritans-purse.org.uk/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/ ), who provide shoeboxes filled with small toys, hygiene items, and school supplies to these children.

If you would like to donate items, there are collection boxes at Apollo Meetings, in Holy Trinity Church Orton Longueville and St Mary’s Church, Orton Waterville (Up until end of October).
If we have sufficient items donated at Apollo Troop we will read more…

Chief Scout Bear Grylls OBE leads the mourning for our Patron.

As a family of Scouts, we are united in sorrow for the loss of our Patron, HM The Queen. She leaves a bright legacy of hope and promise for future generations. Together, we will honour her memory.   
We will remember her and give thanks for her kindness, her service, and the unwavering support she showed our movement over many decades. She was truly a friend to Scouts everywhere.  

I will miss her quiet leadership, her values and integrity, and her wonderful sense read more…

Apollo Troop an Leaders met at Ferry Meadows for Canoeing.
Thanks to Peterborough Scout Canoe Club for running the event. We were joined by Bretton Cubs.
The Troop & the Pack worked well together and eveyone had an enjoyable evening.
Photos can be found HERE. Click on the albums to view the read more…

The Gang Show get-together date has been announced.
You can attend this to learn more even if you didn’t fill the form in.

Please come along to our get together, where you will hear what is expected and also what is in the show.

Venue: – Jack Hunt School – please come to the Swimming Pool entrance and members of the team will show you to our space.

Date: Friday 20 May 2022
Time: – 7:30pm till approx. 8:45pm

We will be doing a presentation then the cast will be taking part in a dance read more…

The day after St George’s Day the 2nd Nene Group celebrated St George’s Day with an Award ceremory AGM and BBQ.
More Photos can be found in the Photo Section of this website or more directly from HERE.  Just click on the album cover to display the read more…

This link below is to show an interest in a place in the cast for Peterborough Gang Show 2022.
You must be an active member of the Scout Association and be aged between 8 and 25 (aged 8 by 1st September 2022 and not have your 25th birthday by 31 October 2022)
Sign up to take part in Gangshow
See read more…

 
On the 21st February Apollo Scouts spent the evening making Camp Ovens.
Tin snips and two tpes of pop riviter along with an electric drill were some of the tools used under very close supervision.
On the 28th February Apollo Scouts made pizzas using Pitta Bread and cooked them in the camp ovens in the drizzle.

More Photos can be found in the Photo Section of this website or more directly from HERE.
 
 
 
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This was our 16th annual Chip Shop Hike. The last one was 2 years ago. COVID stopped  the Chip Shop Hike for 2021.
Two routes were used this time, starting at Marholm Village Hall and finishing at the Chip Shop at Orton Wistow

It was dull and cold with a breeze but fortunately no rain.
The ground was dry which made hiking easy.
For one of the routes see read more…

Face coverings are required indoors (unless exempt) for those aged 11+.
For more details see read more…

Dear Friends,     
It has been great to see everyone back meeting at the HQ and getting back to some sort of normality.
We hope that Scouts are enjoying this term’s programme that has been largely put together by the Patrol Leaders and older Scouts.
Thank you to everyone for your cooperation with the ongoing COVID precautions. With this in mind, it would be useful if each Scout could bring their own hand gel and a drink of water in a fasten top bottle (to save visits to the small and the read more…

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There is not a Squirrel Drey at 2nd Nene yet.
 
On the 9th September 2021 this exciting new section, tailor made for 4 and 5 year olds, was launched.
Squirrels get to be active, explore nature and have fun learning outdoors with friends, like all other Scouts.
Many have joined in with scouting at home with their older siblings during the pandemic, so now is their chance to join in for real!
 
For more information please see read more…

Government announcement – 14 June
See HERE

Maximum group size:

Activities involving young people: no limit on group size but remain as only one section meeting independently of others. Indoor activities will be limited by the size of the location given social distancing remains.
Scout Network programmed activities (non social): 30 people maximum.
Adult activities (non-social) with no young people present: Adults may meet in small groups for the purposes of providing the charity’s purpose. Full details in getting adults involved again guidance.
Residential activities: Nights away activities may take place with a maximum of 30 young people plus leaders read more…

In mid May Apollo Scout practised erecting small dome tents at an outside meeting at Orton Mere.
On the following Bank Holiday Monday a zoom Troop meeting took place from these tents at home on a warm sunny read more…

Restricted residential activities are allowed from 17 May.
See HERE for more info.
Some Sections are holding outdoor face to face read more…

Philip, Scout Leader with Apollo Troop is moving to Nottingham and will unfortunately be leaving Apollo Troop.
He started Scouting as a 6 year old Beaver in Bluejay Colony, moving on to Eagle Cub Pack and then to Apollo Troop.
On returning from university he became an ASL with Apollo and progressed to being joint Scout Leader of the Troop.
A few comments on Philip
 
SWAN 
His first SWAN Expedition was 1996. For more Photos of SWAN see HERE

Philip on SWAN in 2017
Philips SWAN Video
What is SWAN really like? and read more…

COVID –
Face to Face Scouting may take place on and from 29 March.
Even when allowed 2nd Nene will not be holding indoor meetings until our HQ has had some maintence work completed.
Some Sections are meeting virtually on line and may be start outside meetings from 29 March

Nights Away including Camping are not allowed by the Scout Association at the moment.

We will regularly review the situation and resume face to face meetings as soon as we are able.

This page was last updated at 00:05 on Thursaday 25 March read more…

COVID – We are in NATIONAL LOCKDOWN.
Unfortunately, the Scout Association has confirmed that NO Face to Face Scouting may take place until further notice for Peterborough District.
However, even when allowed, 2nd Nene will not be holding indoor meetings until our HQ has had some maintence work completed.

Some Sections are meeting virtually on line.
Nights away including camping are not allowed by the Scout Association at the moment.
We will regularly review the situation and resume face to face meetings as soon as we are read more…

COVID – Beavers, Cubs and Scout Sections are not allowed to hold either outdoor nor indoor meetings until at least 2nd December 2020.

Both Cubs and Scouts are meeting virtually on line.
Nights away including camping are not allowed by the Scout Association at the moment.
We will regularly review and start meetings as soon as we are read more…

The Scout Association is pleased to announce that HRH The Duchess of Cambridge today becomes Joint President of the Scouts, working alongside HRH The Duke of Kent to champion the power of Scouting and oversee the council – our governing body.

Her first move is to thank every volunteer across the UK for their brilliant work supporting families and communities during this challenging year. HRH The Duchess of Cambridge, who has helped Scouts in so many ways over the last eight years, has now kindly agreed to take on this historic read more…

Whilst Greg was  gardening on Sunday he was  visited by The High Sheriff of Cambrisgeshire who presented him with a boxed cream tea in lieu of attending a reception that was to have been held to recognise local volunteers.
Greg said “That the visit by the High Sheriff  was a complete surprise and it was lovely to meet him Greg also said that he was delighted and humbled to accept (and eat) the presentation.
He emphasized that he was  only one amongst many in a great team who have been supporting Scouting read more…

 
 
 
 
Scouts from Apollo Troop took the opportunity to attend the first outside troop meeting since March.
Each Scout or household of Scouts were given a different bearing to walk on  until an illuminated cane was reached. They made a note of a letter assigned to their group and picked up a new bearing. After 6 bearings they end up with a 6 letter anagram which they needed to solve.
We were joined by biting insects, which we had predicted but would have preferred if they had flown off else where.
Thanks to all read more…

WHY SHOULD YOU BECOME A SCOUT?
 
At Scouts, you can take part in fun activities, get outside and learn exciting things.
For example, in Peterborough, there is a canoe club just for Scouts. Becoming a Scout means you can go to our canoe club and take part in interesting activities such as ‘chariot races’ and ‘rafts’ whilst learning new kayaking skills and earning qualifications.
 
Personally, my favourite experiences in Scouting are the times you are gathered around a flaming fire with other Scouts from your Troop, your District or sometimes even read more…

Apollo will be meeting at Orton Mere Station at 7pm. Details will be emailed to parents.
See WHATS ON for more read more…

COVID – Beavers, Cubs and Scout Sections are now allowed to hold outdoor and indoor meetings subject to Scout Association Risk Assessments being agreed. Details will appear in NEWS  and in WHATS ON
Both Cubs and Scouts are meeting virtually on line.
Nights away including camping are not allowed by the Scout Association at the moment.
We will regularly review and start meetings as soon as we are read more…

All our Beavers, Cubs and Scout Sections will not be meeting until further notice due to COVID 19.
Both Cubs and Scouts are meeting virtually on line.
Meetings in buildings and nights away including camping are not allowed by the Scout Association at the moment. However meetings are allowed outside in most of England including Cambridgeshire, once a risk assessment has been produced, approved by both the GSL and the District and also copied to HQ.
Each Section will be considering producing a risk assesssment for outside meetings.
We will regularly review and start read more…

All our Beavers, Cubs and Scout Sections will not be meeting until further notice due to COVID 19.
Both Cubs and Scouts  are meeting virtually on line.

We will regularly review and start meetings as soon as we are able.
The SWAN Expedition has been cancelled due to COVID 19.
Watch this space for read more…

Scouts from Apollo and Challenger enjoyed taking part in the Forward Challenge 2020 in Cambridge.
It was a timed 10.19 mile hike with challenges to complete on route. Teamwork and lots of fun had by all.
Well done to the 4 Scouts who took part.
These photos can be found HERE and also in the GALLERY of the 2nd Nene website.
Results can be found HERE.
Comments from the participants will be added in the next few read more…

8 teams entered the competition.
Two were from 2nd Nene Apollo and one of our teams won.
Congratulations to Lucy, Ryan and Emily on winning with their Spagetti Bologese.
Photos can be found HERE
This is what the judges said.
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Peterborough District Scouts Cooking  Competition
15th February 2020
Judges Report
Firstly, we would like to commend the Organisers for a very enjoyable event, and compliment the teams that supported the event so enthusiastically and produced food of such imagination and quality. It is a pity that more troops were not represented but those that took part read more…

This was our 15th annual Chip Shop Hike and the routes had not been used since 2011.
Three 13km  routes were used, this time starting at Bainton Reading Rooms finishing at the Chip Shop near Sainsburys in Bretton.
10 Scouts and 7 Leaders/helpers and 1 Young Leader took part in the hike. It was a very dull and dank day with the temperature around 7C but fortunately no wind.
There were 3 groups hiking over the 3 routes. Everyone saw  the Fitzwilliam Hunt.
Some even saw the hounds as well. See HERE for photos.
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We had a good camp with a lovely Saturday afternoon and evening and lots of sun on Sunday.
All the Scouts got soaked on their hike and Saturday morning.
Some got lost more than once on their 13 km hike.
Thanks for all the help from Greg, Chester, Frazer, Martin & Steve.
For more pictures see read more…

Dear Parents,
This is to inform you all that
1. From October 29th fees will increase to £13.50 per month, if you pay by direct debit. This works out to be £4.50 per week, if you pay on this basis.
As you are aware, we are a non- profit charity organisation and fees are only being increased, to aid the running costs of the meetings, badges, hall upkeep, utility bill costs and Scout membership fees.
Please note, if your child misses a week, they still need to cover the fee for that week. All read more…

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For their Expedition Challenge Award, Scouts work together to plan and take part in a two-day exploration or expedition, including a night away. Over the two days, Scouts navigate their way, cook a meal and complete a task or investigation. For the final part of the Award, they report or present their experiences to others.
Apollo Troop only runs the Expedition Challenge weekend occasionally.
The last time was October 2014.
 The planning for the Award took place at the HQ on Saturday 19 May 2018.The Scouts were divided up into groups. The read more…

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We had a magical time at our annual group St George’s camp this year. Beavers, cubs, scouts and the District Explorer unit, the Dragon Eclipse made their own magic wands, spell books, slime potions and flying keys.
They played Quidditch, explored Aragogs caving system (cardboard), slept under floating candles, cooked pancakes and drank butter beer.
We visited our local church for our parade, and remade our promises. 
As ever, a great warm hearted thanks for every leader, and a wonderful group of parent helpers for making it all happen.
Great memories read more…

For Photos see read more…

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The 11th November 2018 is the 100th Anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended the Great War.
To recognise this, Cambridgeshire Scouts will be producing 2 badges, with all profits going to the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.
One of these badges will be a uni-form cloth badge, and the other will be a small enamel pin badge.
We are looking for your designs to go towards these badges.
We might take a whole design, or elements of different ones to create the badge.
These ideas will then go read more…

This was our eleventh Chip Shop Hike. This time starting at Marholm and finishing at “The Hot Box” chip shop at Orton Wistow. We used the same start and finish points in 2016 but this time with two modified routes. Both routes passed an ROC post – see below for more information..

23 Scouts, 8 Leaders/helpers and 5 Young Leaders took part in the hike. Unlike 2016 when it was bright and sunny most of the time with a cold biting wind, this time it was dull and drizzly.
There were read more…

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2nd Nene Scouts and Cubs together with Dragon Eclipse Explorers attended the Remembrance Service at Holy Trinity Church.
 
For more pictures see HERE or the GALLERY of the 2nd Nene read more…

Peterborough District Badge Design Competition

Now that Medehamstede and Nene are merging to become the new
“Peterborough District”, we need a new district badge to wear on our
uniforms – and we’d like you to design it!

The new badge should represent Peterborough, and show the very best of our City. Your idea should be coloured, and if it needs a little explaining anywhere, add some written information.

Date for sum
Closing date extended to 30 September 2017

For details see read more…

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This was our first visit to Sherbrooke Scout Campsite north of Nottingham.
18 Scouts and 7 Leaders took part in the weekend.
We arrived on Friday night and it was up early for breakfast and sandwich making for lunch on Saturday.
The minibus and cars took us to Southwell Scout HQ in the centre of Southwell near the Minster.
Two of the three walking groups had a quick look at the outside of the Minster but we unfortunately did not have time for a look inside.
At the start of the walk the read more…

To see the route taken by one of the groups see HERE
Photos can be found read more…

Scouts from both Challenger and Apollo troops working together during the annual Zatego event tonight!
On the Apollo base they had to rescue Thors Hammer from the Frost Giants.
On the Challenger base they had to work their way through lots and lots of keys and padlocks to free the missing team member from his cage! Welcome to our version of Arkham Asylum!!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Batman:_Arkham_Asylum
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arkham_Asylum

What a brilliant night. Well done to all the scouts from all over the city that took part. Thank you to all the leaders that gave up a read more…

 

Both Apollo and Challenger Troops took part in this weekend camp to the Long Mynd. Walking on the Long Mynd on Saturday and rock climbing on Sunday both took place in dry weather. We even had some sunshine.
Have a look in the GALLERY for the videos and photos.This was our 6th trip to the Long Mynd in the last 12 years
 
Louise and Steve set off early on Friday to meet with the Tesco Grocery delivery van. We noticed that the A49 south of Shrewsbury would be closed from 8pm. read more…

 

The Group Summer Camp took place over the week of 13- 20 August at Tolmers Scout Activity Centre.

The activities that the Scouts took part in can be found in the GALLERY or more directly from HERE where you will find over 300 photos and read more…

 

For photos and videos of the camp look in the GALLERY or more directly from read more…

 
Youngster’s from 2nd Nene were invited to check out the brand new Adventure Playground at Ferry Meadows Caravan Club Site today, at their official launch.
What an amazing playground!
Thank you so much for inviting us!!
See HERE for an article from the Peterborough Evening Telegraph.
For a video see the GALLERY or more directly from read more…

St George’s Camp was held at the 2nd Nene HQ on the weekend of 23-24 April 2016 and included going to Peterborough Cathedral for the St George’s Day Service.
65 Beavers, Cubs and Scouts all had fun and created links between our sections and learning from each other.
For pictures and a video see the GALLERY or more directly from read more…

 

SWAN 66

SWAN 66 took place from 1-9 April 2016 on the Norfolk Broads.
For photos of SWAN 66 see HERE
If you want to see where WOOD AVENS went see read more…

JOIN APOLLO SCOUTS.
See HERE for HOW TO JOIN Beavers, Cubs or Challenger Scouts. read more…

The weekend (4-6 March 2016) was a great success with the caving being the highlight.
FRIDAY
12 Scouts from Apollo, Challenger and Yaxley Troops with 7 adults from the same troops took part in the weekend, which included hiking, cooking and caving.
Mark’s car was loaded up with kit and the minibus was used to transport all of the Scouts and some of the adults to Chirk Bunkhouse at Chirk in Wales.
Steve & Louise had set off earlier in the day with a car loaded with kit. After unloading at the bunkhouse they read more…

 

This was our ninth Chip Shop Hike and as always 2 new routes were used, this time starting at Marholm and finishing at “The Hot Box” chip shop at Orton Wistow.
12 Scouts and 9 Leaders/helpers took part in the hike. It was bright and sunny most of the time but cold with a biting wind.
There were 4 groups hiking over the 2 routes. Most saw the Fitzwilliam Hunt towards the beginning of the hike. See HERE for photos.
As last year we got taller and heavier as the mud built up read more…

 
Once again we have decided to register with Sainsbury’s Active Kids.
It presents us with an excellent opportunity to renew and extend our sports equipment.
A collection box is in the main hall of the 2nd Nene HQ for the tokens.
For more details see read more…

A NEWS item will appear here.
In the mean time why not have a look at the routes taken by one group on Saturday and Sunday.
Sat: https://www.endomondo.com/users/3504703/workouts/613116517
Sun: https://www.endomondo.com/users/3504703/workouts/613116657
Photos can be found in the GALLERY or more directly from HERE and HERE.          More Photos added HERE on 26 Oct read more…

 

Ever wanted to know about the history of Ordnance Survey maps?

Why were the maps made in the first place?

What are their advantages over GPS?

Broadcast on Wednesday 9th September 2015 as Series 15 Episode 2 of the TIMESHIFT SERIES titled “A Very British Map: The Ordnance Survey Story”

You can watch on the BBC4 iPlayer until 9 October 2015 using the link read more…

The 2nd Nene AGM took place today.
 
 
 
SECTIONAL REPORTS
Sectional Reports can be found from the links below.
Apollo Scout Troop
Challenger Scout Troop
 
PHOTOS CAN BE FOUND read more…

 

SWAN 65

SWAN 65 took place from 27 March – 4 April 2015 on the Norfolk Broads.
For more details about SWAN see HERE
For more about SWAN 65 see HERE
For photos of SWAN 65 see read more…

Once again we have decided to register with Sainsbury’s Active Kids.
It presents us with an excellent opportunity to renew and extend our sports equipment.
A collection box is in the main hall of the 2nd Nene HQ for the tokens.
For more details see read more…

Scouts, Beavers and parents attended the Remembrance Sunday Service at Holy Tinity Church in Orton Longueville..The 2 minutes silence was observed outside the church..Flags were then paraded into the church for the rest of the service.The Rev Sid Bridges, Assistant Curate to The Orton’s said that it was “special treat to have you with us – it makes the remembrance service all the more significant.”Robert Shotton, Church Warden said “Thank you for your contribution today. You have got a great bunch of young people!!”
Photos can be found in the GALLERY read more…

For an article about the show see Peterborough Today:-
http://www.peterboroughtoday.co.uk/what-s-on/stage/gang-show-scouts-shine-with-week-of-performances-in-pictures-1-6422575
 
 
and 58 Photos from Peterborough Today starting at:- read more…

 
Three groups of Scouts from Apollo and Challenger Troops met the weekend before the expedition (Sat 11 Nov) to plan their journey of exploration from Orton to South Lincolnshire and back. 
 
On the Saturday morning (Sat 18 Nov) of the expedition weekend, the three groups met at Herlington and travelled by bus and foot to get to Shacklewell Hollow campsite east of Stamford.
Each group took the route that they had planned and were accompanied by a leader as a chaperone.
During their journey each group visited places of interest (all part of read more…

On 6 October 2014 Apollo Troop were at the Peterborough Climbing Wall.
Dean Irons (Acting Group Scout Leader) visited to present two Chief Scout Service Awards.
One to Philip Pearce (Scout Leader – Apollo Troop) – A 10 Year Award and another to
Steve Pearce (Sectional Assistant – Apollo Troop) – A 15 Year Award.

Both awards were presented along with a service award badge.
More photos can be found read more…

For more details see
http://www.itv.com/news/anglia/update/2014-08-31/fallen-soldiers-mother-completes-latest-charity-walk/
Can you spot the 2nd Nene Scouts who took read more…

 

 After a safety check of the bikes, the three patrols set off to different starting points to find their first photograph of a bear together with a digit from a six figure grid reference.
The patrols then visited the other eight locations to find the remaining bears and grid references.
Once all the Grid refs had been collected and placed in the correct order on the results sheet a six figure grid ref was revealed that took the Scouts to the location of the final bear –
Which bear? –Bear Grylls read more…

Saturday morning started with a thunderstorm at 7am but by the time the Scouts arrived at 9am the weather had improved.Three troops were involved, 1st Yaxley and Apollo and Challenger from 2nd Nene.
How long does it take to erect 3 Icelandic Tents and 3 dining shelters?
On this occasion it took the rest of the morning dodging the showers as we went. After lunch it was time to decide on what to have for an evening meal and then off to the local shop to buy the ingredients. Philip was read more…

 
We left the HQ just almost on time with a plan to deal with the A5 closure near Shrewsbury only to find that part of the M54 was closed but the A5 was open. So much for planning.

We arrived at the Chirk Bunkhouse a little later than expected.
After breakfast on the Saturday morning we set off in 3 groups hiking in different directions. All groups went through the Chirk Canal Tunnel and over the Chirk Aquaduct. Crossing the English/Welsh border as we went.

One group found that the bridge over the read more…

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Greg and Steve checked out part of the route in the morning. The flooding had gone down but the wind had come up so we knew it was going to be a wet and windy afternoon walk.

As everyone arrived they took shelter from the wind and rain alongside Lutton Village Hall and when ready, three groups set off on two different routes.
We had showers all afternoon together with sunny periods and some double rainbows.

We got taller and heavier as the mud built up on the bottom of our boots.
Louise in read more…

Apollo is now meeting at the Ferry Meadows and not the Rowing Lake on Monday 3rd Feb 2014 at 7pm.
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In preparation for our Winter Camp on 14-16 March 2014, Phil and Greg visited the Chirk Bunkhouse and surrounding area.
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The bunk house is very well appointed and equipped.

It is located in glorious walking countryside and adjacent to a world heritage site with points of interest including: a medieval castle and a canal crossing deep valleys over high aqueducts and through the hills in a tunnel.
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It is also conveniently located for a superb caving and climbing location.
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See the GALLERY for Photos and the WHATS ON SECTION for more read more…

16 Scouts, 8 each from Apollo and Challenger together with 6 Leaders and Helpers left the HQ on Saturday morning and travelled to Apethorpe for the start of a walk.
The party was split into 3 groups for the walk to Fineshades. Map reading skills were learnt along the way.

One group visited RAF King’s Cliffe and it’s abandoned buildings.
A visit to the King’s Cliffe Airfield Memorial was also combined with lunch.
Various Geo Caches were found along the route.
Another group indulged in ice creams from the read more…

SWAN – Norfolk Broads Sailing Expedition -11th – 19th April 2014 – 64th Expedition

A whole week of sailing adventure as a member of a 3 to 5 person crew, living aboard a classic yacht and exploring the rivers and broads.
Learn to sail a Norfolk Broads yacht and progress year by year to become a skipper.

The Expedition Fee is £190 per person plus £30 per person crew catering.
Transport to and from The Broads is organised by home area leaders and charged separately.
Bookings Close – 20th October 2013
FOR DETAILS ON HOW TO read more…

THRIFTWOOD SUMMER CAMP 17-24 August 2013
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Cubs and Scouts from 2nd Nene, made new friends with Cubs and Scouts from 8th Nene on a week long camp at the Thriftwood Scout Campsite, near Brentwood in Essex.

They travelled on the train there and back , and enjoyed a week of over 10 activities each! Scaling new heights on the high beam, ice climbing and rock climbing. Getting lost in the dark in the cave maze! Travelling at speed on the Cresta run and the read more…

The last Apollo meeting of the summer term took place at the Queen’s Park Centre, and was a joint meeting with Yaxley Scouts.
Scouts from both troops had made their own yachts at previous troop meetings.

Now was the time for the race.
Scouts, in pairs, each had a length of water filled rainwater gutter in which to race their yacht against their opponents.
The winner of each race went on to the next round.
Getting wet, although not part of the competition, seemed to add the read more…

Transport to Camp was by 2 cars and 2 vans.

We arrived at John’s Lee Wood in daylight and quickly found our campsite, SHREW & PARTRIDGE.
The Scouts first task was to put up their Emergency Shelters before it got dark. Making a hot drink using a HEX Stove came next and then to sleep.

Dawn broke or rather the Scouts woke rather earlier than planned.

Porridge for breakfast, but first to light the fire. Flint strikers and cotton wool lit easily but building a read more…

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A group of Scouts from Challenger and Apollo Troops participated in an action-packed day of white-water canoeing, (whoot whoot!) at Cardington on Saturday 22nd June.
Those new to the event or ‘old hands’ had a whale of a time splashing about and riding the small, but not inconsiderable waves, rapids and falls. Scouts and Leaders alike were soon capsizing like professionals, but no worries, there were many hands available to haul them up and on their way for yet another go!
 
A quick pit-stop for lunch and a steamy hot chocolate, then read more…

The Zatego Theme this year was Happy 25 th Birthday to Nene Park Trust.
This years Zatego was a little later in the year than normal.
The Zatego Theme this year was Happy 25th Birthday to Nene Park Trust.

19 groups of Scouts from 6 Scout Groups took part and encountered 9 bases on their expedition.

Their tasks ranged from replacing the missing members of the small samba band which have been “lost” in Zatego, to dressing up with grass skirts and negotiating the limbo obstacle course.
Not forgetting read more…

Hello Everyone
I said all along that I would retire as GSL when we celebrated 100 years of Scouting in the Ortons.
This was celebrated at the camp over the weekend so I retired at the end of St George’s Day parade on Sunday.
I hope you all have many more years in scouting and enjoy them as much as I have.
 
Don’t take life too seriously!
 
Anne

To see the whole of Anne’s letter CLICK read more…

I would like to apologise for not being here today.
Unfortunately I have booked myself on the 26.2 mile tour of London organised by the Virgin London Marathon Team.

My first job is to congratulate you all, from youngest beaver to oldest adult supporter, for being part of the world’s largest voluntary youth movement.  (28 million members in 130 countries).
To view the whole of the DC’s letter CLICK read more…

SWAN 63 took place from Good Friday 29 March to Sat 6 April 2013 and was cold and windy.
Whilst other sailors shied away from the broads due to the cold wintery weather
and strong winds, SWAN took advantage of the empty rivers to enjoy a great week of sailing.
The first few days involved getting used to the boats again in preparation for the ever increasing winds that were forecast.
Monday saw the fleet sail up the Ant where Paul demonstrated a fantastic dive off his boat earning a 9.7 from the judges.
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.An APOLLO NEWSLETTER detailing the Summer Programme can be viewed HERE in Word format with clickable links.
If you do not have Word a non clickable version can be viewed read more…

With kind permission of Snailbeach mine

With kind permission of Snailbeach mine

What has the snowman on the left to do with Apollo’s Camp at the Long Mynd.
Read on to find out.

The minibus arrived at the HQ on time to collect the Scouts but one of the the front headlights and a parking light were not working. With the help of the AA and some bulbs from a parent we were on our way – only one hour late. A brief stop at Thrapston read more…

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The annual Chip Shop Walk took place today starting at Southey Woods walking through Castor Hanglands and ending up at the Chip Shop in Bretton.
17 Scouts from Apollo and Challenger Troop took part with the help of 13 Leaders an Helpers.
There were 4 groups who walked two different routes.

You may have noticed that it has been rather wet recently which made the footpaths through Castor Hanglands very muddy, enough for one Scout to leave his boot in the mud, which had to be retrieved.
In the middle of the hike the read more…

Polo Shirts, T Shirts or Hoodies with the 2nd Nene Logo on them can now be ordered through the Scout Sections. They are all Royal Blue with the 2nd Nene St Peters Logo (as shown below) on the left breast. These do not replace uniform but can be worn for activities, when uniform is not appropriate, or when changing out of uniform for games etc.
More details are available from your Section read more…

The census is anonymous and the additional information about disabilities and special needs will help us improve and more accurately target the support we provide for adults and young people.
Forms will be issued to all Beavers Cubs Scouts etc by their Section.
A copy of the APOLLO LETTER and CENSUS FORM can be found HERE.
More details of the Census can be found read more…

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Our last meeting before Christmas had the usual treats but with a twist.
Making a sandwich for somebody else, under their instruction, whilst blindfolded.
Wearing BBQ Gloves with the fingers taped together and then peeling a banana, gave some idea what it might be like to have Leprosy.
Making an ice-cream sundae for someone else, to their specification and then feeding it to them. It isn’t easy being fed cold food by someone else.
Pictures can be found in the GALLERY and read more…

“Intrepid Scouts use new technology on walk”
This was the headline of the article published in Peterborough Today on 15 December 2012.
To see the whole of the article click on the coloured link above.
On 29 September 2012 some Scouts from Apollo Troop found Geocache Travel Bug TB2JC8J.
This Travel Bug was placed in a Geocach by some Scouts from Challenger Troop on the 3rd December.
For more information see HERE
Photos can be found in the Gallery and also read more…

TO SEE THE DETAILS CLICK ON THE TITLE ABOVE.
James Middleton,  Executive Chef working for Nene Park Academy has provided us with information about the opening times of their cafe.
It is open in the evenings from Monday – Thursday from 6.00pm - 8.00pm and at the weekend Saturday and Sunday’s from 9.30am to 1.30am.
The cafe is located directly opposite the Scout HQ for parents wishing to have some hot refreshments in a warm atmosphere (especially as the cold weather sets in) as they wait to drop off/pick up their child from the HQ. read more…

TO SEE THE DETAILS CLICK ON THE TITLE ABOVE.
The arrangements this year were a little different.
The Service started outside next to the War Memorial where the Rector read out the names of the fallen.
Before the two minutes silence one of the Scouts read a verse from “The Fallen” by Laurence Binyon.
“They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:Age shall not weary them, nor the years contemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.”
The service continued in the Church where read more…

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For  Sebs Video see HERE

TRAVEL BUG DETAILS UPDATED 17.2.2014TO VIEW THE DETAILS CLICK ON THE TITLE ABOVE.12 Scouts and 5 adults and 1 YL left Bulwick Church in three groups on a lovely sunny morning heading towards Kings Cliffe.To split up the groups, two routes were used.
For one route see HERE
One of the groups saw some deer tracks and deer
Another group searched for and found a Geocache. It had a Travel Bug in it. If you have a Geoche ID you can look up the Travel Bug (TB2JC8J) to see read more…

TO VIEW THE DETAILS CLICK ON THE TITLE ABOVE.
For details of Apollo’s visit to the Gang Show see read more…

Details will appear HERE

TO VIEW THE WHOLE ARTICLE CLICK ON THE TITLE ABOVE.
The activities were centred around getting wet which was not difficult as it was raining part of the time.
Trevor Watson (Nene District Commissioner) presented Philip Pearce (APOLLO Scout Leader) with his Wood Badge and Glynis (Troop Administrator) was presented with a bouquet of flowers and a present after may years of helping the troop – we wish her well for the future.
The evening ended with a BBQ for the Scouts, Leaders and parents.
PHOTOS read more…

The Group AGM took place from 7pm.
Elections took place, reports were presented, awards given and the meeting concluded with a BBQ.
Photos of the read more…

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At an Apollo troop meeting the Scouts made Catapults like the one on the left.
Could they fire a small bean bag into a washing up bowl 8 meters away impossible you might think – then you’d be wrong. Some groups were more successful than others but everyone enjoyed the challenge.
Where the younger leaders any better?  Not really, they went for distance and height rather than accuracy.

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Scouts representing Apollo Troop met young people and leaders from the other 2nd Nene sections outside Peterborough Town Hall on a damp Tuesday evening.
This was no mean feat considering the crowds and barriers in the City Centre.
It was decided by the senior Scouts on parade that Lorcan would carry the Apollo Troop flag, so he joined Tim and the flag bearers from the other sections as they set off read more…

Who is Monty the Moose?
See below to find Out

On the weekend of 29/30 September 2012 Apollo Troop are staying overnight in the Danish Shelters at Fineshades following a walk from Bulwick to these shelters.
As preparation for this Greg Philip & Steve went on a test walk to try out the routes.It was a warm and cloudy day with the threat of rain but fortunately we missed it.
Some of the footpaths were blocked by oil seed rape, nearly 2 meters tall. With other paths the oil seed read more…

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11 Scouts 1 Young Leader and 9 Leaders and and Helpers took part in the Cycling Marathon which all completed.

This was an APOLLO event but Scouts from Challenger, Yaxley & Stanground also took part.
With the temperature in the mid 20s Tim’s supply of water was very welcome.
At least 2 people fell off, fortunately with only very minor injuries and we had at least one puncture.
The Fish and Chips were very welcome at the end of the ride.

Thank you to all who took part.

For a GPS trace read more…

Want to be in this years Gang Show?
Then why not come to our Gang Show get together on Friday 11th may 2012.

Peterborough Gang Show are once again taking to the stage to perform a variety show, including singing, dancing and acting.
If you are interested, will be at least 8 years old on the 1st September 2012 and would like to hear more information please attend our Get Together at Jack Hunt School – main hall on Friday 11th May 7:15pm till approx. 9:30pm.
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MORE DETAILS CAN BE FOUND read more…

For details about the St George’s Day Parade click HERE.
For photos click HERE.
To see what the Peterborough City Scout Website said, click read more…

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SWAN 62 took place from Friday 6th April until Saturday 14th April 2012..
A thank you letter from Greg can be found HERE. It includes a request to those interested in next years SWAN (SWAN 63) to let Greg know if they wish to take part.
Details of the debrief meeting on Saturday 28th April 2012 (09:30 for 10:00) at the 2nd Nene HQ in Peterborough can be found HERE.
To view the photographs CLICK HERE
and to see more details about SWAN 62 CLICK HERE

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As usual the weather was good. It was sunny and warm on both Saturday and Sunday.
10 Scouts and 4 Leaders/helpers went on the Beaudesert Camp.
We thought we had a 17-seater minibus but this time it was the blue one with only 14 seats including the driver. With careful packing in both the minibus and the support car everything safely stowed.
We arrived on time at Beaudesert Park Camp Site. This time we used the Alpine Barn, which was a bit of a squeeze but we all managed to fit in.
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Once again we have decided to register with Sainsbury’s Active Kids along with the Tesco for Schools and Clubs campaigns. These campaigns primarily present us with an excellent opportunity to renew and extend our sports equipment.
For More details click read more…

Liz Craig the new County Commisioner was interviewed on Saturday Breakfast with Jane Smith.
The interview can be heard by clicking HERE with the kind permission of Radio read more…

An announcement has been made about the appointment of  the new COUNTY COMMISIONER – Liz Craig.
For details click on the title above and then HERE and read more…

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Can you identify the masts in the background?
See HERE or the GALLERY for more photos.

A total of 18 Scouts and 14 Leaders and Helpers from APOLLO and CHALLENGER  went on this years walk from Folksworth to the Chip Shop at Orton Centre.
There were two 11km routes and two groups walked each route.
We had a hot drinks stop at half way.
Thanks to Graham for arranging this and acting as Marshal.
The groups ended up walking in the dusk and going to the Fish and Chip Shop at Orton Centre. read more…

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The first APOLLO NEWSLETTER of the year was issued by email to parents/carers on Saturday 14th January 2012.
To see a pdf copy  CLICK HERE. or for WORD CLICK read more…

Hello Leaders, helpers, supporters and members.
As our thoughts turn towards the holiday season I hope you are enjoying the opportunity for some winter walks or maybe being tucked up in the warm, enjoying this festive time of year.
I would like to take this opportunity of thanking you for the brilliant work you have all done again in supporting Cambridgeshire Scouting during 2011.
This year has been another great year for Scouting in the County with some fantastic activities. It was great to see read more…

APOLLO Troop held their Christmas Party on the last Troop meeting of the term.
Games were played and cakes decorated.
PHOTOS of the read more…

For more info on the mill  CLICK HERE
CLICK HERE to find out the location of the Mill.
To view photos of the previous time we went CLICK HERE HERE and HERE

TO VIEW ALL OF THIS NEWS ITEM CLICK ON THE TITLE TO VIEW THE PHOTO AND THE COMPLETE POST.
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Nine Scouts and three Leaders/Helpers traveled in a very slow mini bus to Roughton Mill just south of Cromer.
On Saturday morning after an early breakfast it was off to see if we could find the sea.
The Scouts did read more…

TO VIEW THE WHOLE ARTICLE CLICK ON THE TITLE ABOVE.
To read a Peterborough Telegraph article on the Gang Show CLICK HERE.
To view the Peterborough Gang Show website CLICK HERE.

To view “Flyer for the Gang Show CLICK HERE.
For details from the Key Theatre CLICK HERE

A group of Scouts were on the Jane Smith’s Saturday Breakfast at about 9:20am.
To hear the audio clips from Radio Cambridgeshire click HERE and HERE with kind permission of BBC Radio read more…

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.A group of  Scouts were on the Jane Smith’s Saturday Breakfast at about 8:20am.
To hear the audio clip click HERE and HERE with kind permission of BBC Radio read more…

To see Apollo Troop enjoying themselves either look in the GALLERY or CLICK HERE.

Events included games, apple bobbing & getting covered in read more…

A group of  Scouts were on the Jane Smith’s Saturday Breakfast at about 8:20am.
To hear the audio clip click HERE.

A further audio clip from 5.11.2011 can be heard HERE.
both clips with the kind permission of BBC Radio read more…

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The first APOLLO NEWSLETTER of the year was issued at the Troop meeting on Monday 19 September 2011.
To see a copy CLICK read more…

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The kit on the right in red was found after the event.
Please contact Greg if any of this kit is yours.
His email address is greg@wizmail.org
Was the Pedalo Football just an excuse to get wet?
23 Apollo Scouts in two teams tried to score a goal by throwing a ball into their opponents canoe whilst paddling a pedalo under the watchful eye of two safety boats.
Was anyone keeping score? Did anyone remember which team they were on?
After drying off it was time for read more…

The 2nd Nene AGM took place on Wednesday 13 July 2011.
To view the invitation to the meeting click on the title above and then CLICK read more…

This years Survival Camp took place from
Friday 8th to Sunday 10th July at
John Lees Wood Scout Campsite.
For photos see the GALLERY SECTION or CLICK HERE.
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sleep sometime.

The first thing to do was to erect the Emergency Shelters
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in the woods using the trees and bushes to tie the shelters to.
After a drink and an explore of the woods it was off to bed.

In the morning it was time to cook breakfast on a Hex Stove.
Does porridge taste better with some read more…

On the Apollo Troop meeting on 4th July some of the Troop went walking and the majority went canoeing at Milton Ferry Bridge.
For photos click on the title above and then CLICK read more…

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This was one of the sunniest SWAN Expeditions in its 61 year history.
Not like the snow encountered on some SWAN Expeditions.

The wind was light, most mornings, which gave plenty of opportunity to practice quanting – see photo.

SWAN normally starts on a Good Friday but with Easter being late this year Good Friday was at the end of the expedition. This resulted in different tide times to those normally encountered.
Photos can be found in the read more…

This years winter camp took place at the Long Mynd Adventure Camp.
To view photos from the camp CLICK HERE and HERE
We arrived on Friday night to a building already open and hot water ready for drinks before bed.
After breakfast on Saturday we joined forces with some Scouts from the .. ………………. 26th Shrewsbury and went in the mini bus to Carding Mill Valley at Church Stretton to start our walk.
It was a fine day and we joined other walkers and bikers on the Long Mynd.
Map reading skills were read more…

Have you lost a black glove or a short navy blue scarf?
If you, then CLICK the title above and then CLICK read more…

There have been access problems to the website over the last week.
These have now been resolved.
The updated link via www.2ndnenescouts.org.uk will be restored read more…

Another Zatego has taken place.
This years theme was of the film MADAGASCAR
Did the Penguins catch the last fish?
For Photos click the title above and then Click read more…

Can you help with our FUND RAISING ACTIVITIES?
Can you let us have your TESCO SCHOOLS  & SAINSBURY’S KIDS vouchers?
We also collect old MOBILE PHONES and PRINTER CARTRIDGES.
For more details click on the title above & then CLICK read more…

The SWAN 61 Training Dates can be found in the SWAN section at the top of this read more…

For pictures and videos of  APOLLO DIVING CLICK the title above and then CLICK HERE. read more…

To view this Newsletter click on the title above and then CLICK read more…

15 Scouts & 8 Leaders and helpers took part in the annual Chip Shop walk.
This years walk was from Bainton Reading Rooms to Bretton.
It was a cold, cloudy but thankfully a dry day but muddy as the picture on the left shows.
We all increased in height as the mud collected on the bottom of our boots.
Prizes for a map symbol identification competition were awarded on Troop nights.
For more photos see the GALLERY above or CLICK read more…

To view the latest NEWSLETTER Click the title above
and then CLICK read more…

Not interested in our WEEKEND CAMPS and other OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES?
Why not fill in the questionaire so that we know what you want?
CLICK on the title above and then CLICK read more…

The 2011 Scout Census is now taking place.

It is important that Scouting reflects the communities in which it operates and provides effective activities and opportunities for all sectors of society.
The census is anonymous and the additional information about disabilities and special needs will help us improve and more accurately target the support we provide for adults and young people.
Forms will be issued to all Beavers Cubs Scouts etc by their Section.
A copy of the APOLLO LETTER can be found HERE and the CENSUS FORM can be found HERE.
More details read more…

To see the Newsletter CLICK on the title above and then CLICK read more…

Hello Leaders, helpers, supporters and members.
As the snow settles once more I hope you are enjoying the opportunity for some winter walks or tucked up warm enjoying this festive time of year. I would like to take this opportunity of thanking you for the brilliant work you have all done again in supporting Cambridgeshire Scouting during the year. This year has been another great year for Scouting in Cambridgeshire with some fantastic activities and again a growing movement with more activities and awards than ever.
Young people and adults are seeing the great things read more…

Apollo Troop held it’s traditional Christmas Pary on 13 December.
Various games were followed by “Make a banana split for another scout, to their instruction.”
Messy, noisy but very enjoyable.
To view some Photos CLICK on the title above and then CLICK read more…

Thanks to:
–  Graham, Matt and friends for their contribution to the Church Yard clear up (especially around the War memorial).
–  Anne & Liz for organising the Wreath.
–  Graham for organising the flags and also thank you to Scouts, Cubs, Beavers, Leaders Family and Supporters for attendance and smart turnout.
Greg Jones – Apollo Scout read more…

We arrived at the Cottage at Gradbach Scout Campsite Friday night at around 10am on.
On Saturday after breakfast and preparing a packed lunch it was up onto the hills with a visit to Ludds Church. In the afternoon we visited Danebridge Trout Farm to catch 17 trout for our evening meal, using garden canes as rods.
The evening was spent together with the Explorers preparing cooking and eating our meal.
On Sunday, with the help of Camp Warden Paul, we built a Tyrolean Traverse . After everyone got together for a buffet read more…

Are you in APOLLO or CHALLENGER Troops and interested in going on our March 2011 camp?
Click the title above and then see HERE or HERE for the Flyers, where you can make your initial booking.
Click the title above and see HERE for more information about the read more…

Apollo Scouts held a conker competition on a Monday Troop night.
For photos see the Gallery above or click on the title above and see read more…

Receipes can now be view by looking under the ABOUT US – RESCOURCES section in the headings read more…

To view the Newsletter click above or view it read more…

Gang Show Bookings now open. See the WHAT’S ON  read more…

Details of the weekend Camp & Hike and how to apply for a place are detailed see the WHAT’S ON read more…

SWAN Applications are now open see the SWAN Section above. for read more…

On Saturday and Sunday a total of 14 Scouts & 6 Leaders & helpers went to
Cambridge Gliding Centre at Gransden Lodge Airfield to learn about gliding.
With many thanks to  Herfordshire Scouts who ran the days for us.
We each had a 20 minute flight in the Glider with an Instructor and we had the chance to fly the glider under close supervision.
At least the instuctor knew which  way to fly, to get back to the air strip to land.
On read more…

Following the upgrading of the Nene District website this website has also been upgraded.
The Header has been made easier to read, a search facility has been added and the Theme (layout) has also been read more…

The end of term Wide Game was organised by the Explorers. The main theme seemed to involve getting wet on a warm summer evening.How do you cross the Nene at Milton Ferry Bridge. Over the bridge? Far to simple! by Canadian Canoe of course.The BBQ food was cooked by Greg & Michael T and enjoyed by all.         PHOTOS can be found read more…

The term is drawing to a close and we are sure all the Scouts are looking forward their summer holidays. Since Easter we have had an action packed programme that has included the events described in the Newsletter. During this time we have had the benefit of mutual help, cooperation and joint activities with Challenger Troop, the Orton Explorer Scouts and Longthorpe Troop.                To view the Newsletter CLICK read more…

Unfortunately the company who hosted our Gallery, Fractix, have now ceased trading. Fractix previously rented webspace through Heart Internet via a Reseller Account. The account has now been disabled.

You can access a temporary GALLERY HERE or from the Gallery Section shown in the header above. The links from the News & What’s on Sections to the Gallery will be read more…

Saturday was a very hot day and started with a hike in which three  groups of Explorers and Scouts hiked from Barnwell Village Hall to the campsite at Wadenhoe.
The ten Scout  with the help of 6 Explorers and 6 Leaders and helpers navigated their way over 2 routes of about 14km. One group got slightly lost but not lost enough to miss the shop in Titchmarsh selling ice creams. I’ve never seen Scouts drink so much water it must have been hot. 29C in the shade. The Scouts pitched their read more…

Last night the 2nd Nene Group Executive agreed to the launch of this new read more…

As you may have seen from this week’s national press the Government have announced a review and remodeling of the Vetting and Barring Scheme (VBS) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. In order to carry out this review the Government have halted the planned implementation of the scheme.
FOR MORE DETAILS CLICK read more…

UPDATE – AXED FROM 31 JULY 2010 see HERE
For more info see here – Free swimming – read more…

BT Community Website Builder Service
Our Previous website was Hosted Recipero in assosiation with BT.BT has offered this service with Recipero to community groups for almost ten years and the agreement with Recipero comes to an end at the end of October 2010. (originally end July). This is the NEW 2nd Nene website. Unfortunately this has meant that the old website address (www.2ndnenescouts.ik.com) has had to change. I hope that you like the Style & Layout of this new site. If you have any comments please use read more…

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FRIDAY 2ND APRIL TO SATURDAY 10TH APRIL.
Watch this spacefor more details.
To view the PHOTOS look in the GALLERY (see Gallery in Navigation Pane at the top of this page.
To see a Windmill we passed CLICK HERE read more…

2nd Nene Scout Group – Apollo Scout Troop
NEWS LETTER 22 MARCH 2010
The term is drawing to a close and it will soon be Easter. Since Christmas we have had an action packed programme that has included first aid training, stoves and lamps and pancake-making.
A copy of the NEWSLETTER is viewable from HERE read more…

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The 2010 GANG SHOW will on 8th – 13th November read more…

Four 2nd Nene teams entered this year’s adventure through the mysterious land of Zatego that appears in Ferry Meadows each March. Each team was set tasks in the “I’m A Scout Get Me Out of  Here” competition.
For the first time in its 26 year history there was a competitive aspect with teams collecting stars according to how well tasks were completed. Bases were organised by Leaders, Helpers and Explorers from around Nene District including Apollo Troop and our friends from Challenger Troop read more…

Hi All We are collecting vouchers again.
For more details CLICK read more…

We arrived at the Mill on Friday evening.
After breakfast on Saturday, some of the evening food was prepared and then it was time for a walk.

The Scouts cooked their own evening meal
Did we abseil down the Tower? To find out and for a FULL REPORT of the weekend CLICK read more…

Greg, Philip, Emma & Steve checked out a campsite near Buxton.
They were so impressed that Greg provisionally booked “The Cottage” for the weekend of 29-31 October.
After a comprehensive escorted tour of the site given by Mark they went on a walk.

For PHOTOS of the site and walk CLICK read more…

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Not a cloud in the sky but cold and muddy.
19 Scouts from APOLLO and CHALLENGER together with 11 Leaders & Helpers completed the 13km hike from Sawtry to Yaxley with the help of Graham who acted as Route Marshall & competition co-ordinator.
Traditionally, at this time of year, ended at a Chip Shop at Greg’s request.
The competition was to find FLAGS & mark their postion on a map together with their grid references. Each Flag represented a letter, which, when rearranged spelt a word.
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THE PHOTO IS OF PHILIP STANDING AT THE BASE OF THE MILL – Small isn’t he. FOR MORE PHOTOS CLICK HERE
APOLLO & CHALLENGER WINTER CAMP
Application Forms for our weekend to Roughton Mill, near Cromer,  have been issued.

We will be using the indoor read more…

See this link – January 2010 letter-1 from Trevor
Letter about the
– Structure of GANG SHOW
– District Team Meeting dates
– District Executive Meeting dates
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SEE here for a short video.
Members of all sections from 2nd Nene Scout Group together with friends from Longthorpe Scout Group attended our events during the Christmas Holidays.
Racing was on a number of tracks – several of  which were changed during the week – and in one case during a racing session! Some very fast lap and overall times were recorded. Results & photos of the event can be viewed HERE. read more…

To see the 2009 Xmas message – County Commissioner CLICK read more…

To see the 2009.12.14_Newsletter CLICK HERE

To see what the action packed programme include
Details of awards
Information about the Troop members
Diary dates for the read more…

2nd Nene Scout Group
Scouts Cubs & Beavers & Nene District Explorers (Orton)

Tree Planting Morning
Sunday 6th Dec 2009 09:00 -11:45
Herlington BMX Track, Orton Malborne
For more details CLICK HERE & read more…

Six Leaders and helpers walked the route in preparation for the January 2010 “Chip Shop Walk”
Part of the route was on a footpath that ended in a wood whilst a “Shoot” was in progress. We were allowed to walk on private land to get back to a road. We will not be using this part of the route on 30th January.
For more photos CLICK HERE. Then Click twice on the copy of the photo you want to read more…

Thanks to the Explorers who organised the Wide Game for the APOLLO Troop night. It involved the Explorers getting covered in flour and the collection of hundreds of light sticks.
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More details can be found HERE.

See HERE for photos from both Holy Trinity Church.

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To see Apollo Troop enjoying themselves CLICK HERE.

Events included games, apple bobbing & getting covered in read more…

Saturday was fine and sunny and the walk from Southwick Hall to Fineshades took us through some rolling Northamptonshire country side.
For more details CLICK HERE
For Photos CLICK HERE & read more…

In order to minimise the risk of infection to Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Leaders, Helpers, and their families will those with Swine Flu symptoms, or those who have been in contact with someone who has Swine Flu, please keep away from Scouting Events and meetings at the HQ.
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Welcome back to the start of another Scouting year.
We have a full programme this autumn term and events planned through to next summer. CLICK above for more read more…

A group of Leaders and Helpers spent the whole day trying out the routes for the October APOLLO Expedition.
For Photos CLICK HERE & read more…

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APOLLO Troop met at Milton Ferry Bridgefor their troop meeting. Most of the Scouts canoed on the river and some went on a Map reading skills walk through Milton read more…

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The Wiltshire adventurer and TV personality Bear Grylls has been named as the UK’s latest Chief Scout.

At 34 he will be the youngest person to hold the position.
FOR MORE DETAILS CLICK HERE & read more…

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2ND NENE EXPLORERS.
Well done to 2nd Nene Explorers. They won BLOOD & GORE, BRAIN TEASING/TEAM BUILDING.

CLIMBING. – Well done to James who came 1st in the climbing. The top 6 climbers won a trip for a days climbing with an instructor, this time, not on a climbing wall but on a real rock face. The 2nd Nene Explorers won the overall Explorers Competition.
WELL DONE.
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St Georges Day Service and Parade 2009
This year’s event was be held on Sunday 26 April 2009 with the service at Peterborough Cathedral.
Details can be found HERE
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APOLLO TROOP HAVE A SPARE PLACE FOR CANOEING AT CARDINGTON.
FOR MORE DETAILS CLICK HERE.
PLEASE CONTACT GREG IF YOU ARE INTERESTED.
Contact details for Greg are –
Greg Jones (SL) (01733) 232076 read more…

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At Easter, 7 Scouts from Apollo Troop were part of the party of 22 Scouts, Explorers, Leaders and Instructors from Nene District who took part in the 59th SWAN Sailing Expendition to The Norfolk Broads. The week was spent learning to sail 24ft – 28ft Cabin Yachts on The Broads and exploring the rivers and broads with Scouts from across the UK. Photos can be seen HERE & HERE read more…

Zatego – the Nene District annual themed night exercise was held on March 21st. Apollo troop only had a small contingent (16) this year and 2 of Scouts forgot on the night. However those who did attend enjoyed the activity late into the night. read more…

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After a hard & enjoyable day on the Hills everyone tucked into a great meal prepared & cooked by all 16 in the group.
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Sunday we visited Snailbeach Mine.
After a look round on the surface is was off for a walk underground to the “Perkins Level”
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The days programme covered the requirements of the Scout Aeronautics Badge through a mixture of ground training and approximately 25 minutes of one to one flying time.
A successful air experience day organised by the Hertfordshire Scouts at Cambridge Gliding Centre took place today.
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A successful walk in the snow took place today. We started at Bainton at about 1.30pm and finished at Fryz Chip Shop, Bretton, at about 6.30pm.
Snowball fiights along the way were optional.
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We have a full programme this term, see details below.
We have a hike this Saturday. If any Scouts want to go and have not filled in a permission form then please ring one of the leaders and we will try and fit you read more…

With the festive season almost upon us I would like to take this opportunity of thanking all members, leaders, supporters and very importantly your families for the support they have given you over the last year for all the work you have done for Scouting in Cambridgeshire.

Scouting is continuing to go through some very exciting times, there were some new events in 2008 and more planned for the future – see the next edition of Noticeboard in January for more information.
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This was an evening of games followed, jointly with the Explorers, a GIANT Banananana read more…

This year’s Remembrance Sunday Service at Orton Holy Trinity Church Longueville was attended by the Group with a very smart and well behaved contingent from Apollo troop in attendance. The silver granite of the war memorial shone in fitting tribute to the fallen of Orton Longueville thanks to the efforts of the Scouts, Cubs, Beaver’s and Leaders who spent Saturday morning cleaning it. Thanks to Matt for reminding us and to Graham for organising things on the ground and up the ladder.There is read more…

The Gangshow was another resounding success with Amara, Ryan and Jonathan of Apollo Troop taking part in the show and performing solos – Amar even did the splits in a ballet. Gillian Mason ADC Activities Nene said  a big thank you to everyone who helped with the Peterborough Gang Show 2008. CLICK HERE TO read more…

On Remembrance Sunday the silver granite of the war memorial shone in fitting tribute to the fallen of Orton Longueville thanks to the efforts of the Scouts, Cubs, Beaver’s and Leaders who spent Saturday morning cleaning it. Thanks to Matt  for reminding us and to Graham for organising things on the ground and up the read more…

Following out Pumpkins, cutting out faces and using T-Lights prooved popular, as did all the read more…

Saturday was spent navigating across Cannock Chase with a stop for lunch.
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On Sunday the Scouts took part in Operation Pluto.
The Radio Active Isotope was successfully moved to safety – including across a pond – even though it nearly sank without read more…

A very enjoyable evening was had by all.
Our guide kept us entertained with some very scary & some ghoolish stories.Those who went now know what  a former Scout HQ behind the Museum has  to do with a hospital mortuary.
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The Event was open to all APOLLO Scouts including those in the Troop in July 2008 who may now be Explorers.
All 14 Scouts who took part successfully completed the over 42km ride on a bright and sunny afternoon.
The only casualty was a helpers brake cable just before the start, which, with help from a parent was read more…

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We were Lucky. The weather remained fine but the wind tested our peddling power in places.
We started at Orton Mere and finished at the Chip Shop at Orton Wistow. – No CHIPS. It’s closed on a Sunday.
Did we complete the MARATHON distance?
NO. That’s why the actual event on 20th September ( see WHAT’s ON) will now START & FINISH at the Chip Shop.
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Well done to all the Cycling Groups who all completed the course of over 10km. All groups visited the 6 bases although not in the same order. Some found out what happens when you hold the map the wrong way up – you end up in the wrong place. Another group was turned away from a base – they had ended up at the wrong read more…

All parents, leaders and supporters were invited to the 2nd Nene Group Annual General Meeting  followed by a barbecue.
Accounts and reports for the year April 2007 to March 2008 were presented, and the Group Executive Committee elected for the coming year.
The 2nd Nene Group includes: -   Apollo Scout Troop,  Kingfisher Cub Pack,  Pegasus Cub Pack,  Bluejay Beaver Colony,  Muskrat Beaver Colony
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It was mostly dry when we pitched our tents at Fieldhead Campsite on Friday night. The tents & pitching were tested by the overnight heavy rain – all remained dry. We went on a 10 mile hike on Saturday  near Mam Tour. The rain showers weren’t to much of a nuisance. The Scouts cooked their own evening meal of spaghetti  Bolognaise. This was followed by a fruit chocolate fondue. The universal cry was “no double dipping” & Greg wasn’t even with us. On Sunday  read more…

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The Event is open to all APOLLO Scouts including those in the Troop in July 2008 who may now be Explorers.
The Marathon counts towards part of the Cyclist read more…

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The Mayor, Pat Nash, the Chief Executive of the Council, Gillian Beasley, & John Peach, Leader of the Council were there to meet us as we entered Central Park and they wish to pass on their thanks to the youth members for taking part and leading the Mayors horse drawn carriage through the City. We don’t have the exact date yet but we can look forward to taking part leading the Mayor again next year.
District Commissioner Trevor Watson said:-
“Thanks too to the leadership who read more…

We were invited to an evening of racing as special guests of Peterborough Speedway on Monday 23rd June, at The East of England read more…

The Scouts were split into Groups and set off to find up to 7 marked posts shown on the map. Two groups found 6 post BUT no-one found all 7. Does post 2 exist. If you want to try yourself you can borrow one of our maps of the read more…

Geoff Keighley’s funeral was on Wednesday June 4th at 2pm at
Very many thanks  to all those who represented SWAN and Scouting at Geoff’s funeral yesterday.
A funeral address was  given by Greg Jones and a copy is shown read more…

Saturday 24 May – Monday 26 May.
The Leaders & Helpers set up camp on Friday night and the Scouts arrived on Saturday

Scouts camped in patrols & took part in traditional camping and Scouting skills often in the rain.
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It is with great sadness that it is announced that Geoff Keighley who was known to many in the 2nd Nene Group and Nene District as ’The Admiral’ of the SWAN Norfolk Broads Sailing Expedition, passed away peacefully at 3pm on Friday 16th May 2008.

Geoff was taken ill while on The Broads with friends on 21st April and admitted into Norwich Hospital ICU. A few days before he died he was transferred to Winchester by Helicopter.

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Activity weekend at Mepal APOLLO sent 4 read more…

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St.George and his pet winning the shield for 2nd Nene. St.George’s day read more…

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The 2008 expedition started on Good Friday 21 March 2008 and finished on Saturday 29 March read more…

17 children and 5 leaders went for Beavers day out at Flag Fen.

Although the weather was cold and at times wet, they had a great day.They explored the round houses and even cooked twists and showed a group of girl guides how to make them. The group went on an organised tour which included information about family life in the times of the iron age.  read more…

As a result of their efforts (together with other parishioners) the Autumn leaves have been cleared away, memorials cleared of litter and dead flowers, paths cleaned and  tidied, trees cleared of ivy, gutters downspouts and drains cleaned out at Holy Trinity.
It has been agreed the participants are due their Environment Partnership Award as a result of their efforts, as the Churchyard is now prepared for the Spring and Summer.
The next event is likely to be in the Autumn in preparation for Rememberance Sunday at which it is hoped the Cub read more…

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This is the annual themed event organised by Nene District held at Ferry read more…

The older members of the 2nd Nene Apollo Scout Troop were seconded to carry out a top secret intelligence reconnaissance mission in a 3rd world country. Unfortunately their plane was shot down behind enemy lines and they needed to navigate to an agreed extraction point within a limited time scale.
The good news was that all survived without injury.  But the enemy knew the location of the crash site and were looking for survivors.  The Roads were heavily patrolled, so the best means of escape was to get off the roads read more…

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There were two routes – the longer was over13km. The longest hike the Troop has done for many years. It was a lovely bright Sunny day. 16 Scouts in 5 groups took part in the walk starting around 1.30pm. There were questions to answer along the way. Usually most slow down near the end of the hike but finishing at a Fish & Chip shop meant that everyone speeded up. We were all eating chips by 6.30pm.
A big THANK YOU to all those who helped on the day. Everywhere we read more…

A Group of 5 Leaders & Helpers walked from Folkesworth to Yaxley to try out the Hike that is planned for the Apollo Troop on 9 Feb. A few diverted footpaths were encountered – some signed & some read more…

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9 Scouts found out what it was like to breathe air underwater and experience the underwater world at Whittlsey swimming pool with a Discover Scuba Diving introduction to scuba diving. It is was run by DIVE IN LTD. For more information.
CLICK HERE.
The Discover Scuba experience did not lead to a qualification but all the Scouts got a Certificate for taking part. Not only did they spend an hour Scuba Diving but also an hour snorkeling. The pool was warmer than usual, at a read more…

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To help teach map reading the Leaders devised a game, which turned out to be noisy and enjoyable.
The skills learnt will be needed for the Ferry Meadows Navigation Exercise on 3 Dec 07 & the Day Evening Hike on 9 Feb read more…

Richard Hames
County Commissioner has written a letter on the “Future of Scouting in Peterborough.”
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Following the meeting in November 2005 and the interim organisation I put in place, I am now in a position to announce the permanent structure for Scouting in Peterborough.
I can therefore confirm that Peterborough will be organised in two Districts (Nene and Medehamstede) See here for more info – Peterborough Future read more…

The light drizzle didn’t put of the “Launch Operatives” from collecting their Launching Equipment.
The Rocket Defence Force worked hard to deprive the “Launch Operatives” of their “Launch Authority”
If this explanation is “as clear as mud” then why not come and help – then you’d really know what happened.
Thanks to all who took part – Scouts, Leaders and read more…

Many thanks from the Quartermaster and Building Manager to the Scouts, Cub, helpers, parents and a grumpy old man, who turned up on Saturday morning to help dig a trench for installing a new water pipe. Thanks to your efforts, the pipe is now buried so deep that it should not freeze up in winter. Plumbing works will be carried out soon, so there will be an outside tap in the field for 2008, ready for outdoor read more…

Jo was the only attendee from Apollo Troop joining his friends from other troops in the district. We look forward to hearing Jo’s reports. Many thanks to Pete and Harvey, hopefully they will be running the event again next year ? look out for read more…

A very smart contingent from Apollo Troop joined other members of the group to attend the annual service and 2 minutes silence at Holy Trinity Church to commemorate all who have suffered because of war. Apollo Troop paraded our flag, took the collection in church, laid a wreath of poppies on behalf of the group and laid poppy read more…

GILLIAN MASON (Director Peterborough Gang Show.) said,
“To the 174 members of Peterborough Gang Show 2007, Very well done.
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Many thanks to those who helped with the clear up of the churchyard in preparation for Remembrance Sunday. There was a good turnout from the congregation and the wider community including small contingents from Apollo Troop and the Air Training Corp. After a couple of hours work the Churchyard looked so much read more…

52 Scouts and Explorers from all over Peterborough spent an action packed day at the ‘Snozone’ .
Verdicts on the day were ‘wicked’, ‘awesome’, ‘brill’. A great day was had by all and the unity from the youngsters, some who had come as individuals from various scout troops, was a credit to them all.
My thanks go to the Leaders who dutifully followed from one activity to another looking after bags and bodies, Kevin Farrant, Jo Christopher, David Robinson, Sharon and read more…

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The Cubs & Beavers had been taking part in activities and events to gain their Health and Fitness and their Healthy Eating badges and were delighted that Shane could go down to the hall to present them with their badges.
Each Beaver received a certificate as well as their badges.
This also earned the young Cubs and Beavers their “meet someone from the community” badge. Our other assistants cubs / scout also had a thank you certificate.
All credit to Mang for her work in producing read more…

James said ” Long Mynd camp was a great weekend. The activities ranged from map reading to exploring an old lead mine.The walk was fun with the added excitement of only being shadowed by the leaders which made it more enjoyable. Overall it was a great weekend.”
We departed from Peterborough on time, called into McDonalds at Shrewsbury. Then the fun started. The A49 was closed at Little Stretton due to road works so we took to the narrow country lanes with Ian’s van read more…

Scouts aged five to 101, renewed their Scout Promise in Cathedral Square just before 8am at the same time as 28 million other Scouts from all over the world.
One of the Scouts from APOLLO TROOP said:-
“We had a great time today at the sunrise ceremony. We went to the town hall at 11 and met the scouts from Connecticut, we all sat in the Council chambers, renewed our promise again and also said the American promise, or oath, then we were read more…

Above are the set of stamps issued on 26 July 2007 to Celebrate the Centenary of Scouting.
The Stamps, from the top left, are,
1st – 11 of the 12 astronauts who walked on the Moon were once Scouts
Designed by Gez Fry, with an intentionally modern, manga-style look, the first of the Scouting Mint Stamps commemorates the astronomical fact that 11 of the 12 astronauts who walked on the moon were former members of the Scouting movement. The stamp shows a young Scout looking to the read more…

4 Teams of Cyclists rode through Ferry Meadows to Alwalton Lock & Mill Lane Castor hunting for letters on tent pegs.
Little did they know that the letters they noted down formed an anagram of a bird.
‘Well done to 2 of the groups who found all the correct letters and solved the anagram in the time allowed.
Burgers and hot dogs were cooked by Greg for the hungry cyclists & parents at the read more…

This camp involved Scouts in small groups:
· Sleeping in a survival bag shelter
· Cooking a meal of dehydrated food on lightweight stoves.
· Building a shelter from natural materials and sleeping in it
· Lighting fires without matches.
· Cooking backwoods meals on open read more…

The Group AGM & BBQ was held on a fine warm July evening. The Photo is of a copy of the Freedom of the City of Peterborough read more…

Following our groups use of Icelandic tents at Ferry Meadows Centenary
camp, Second Nene Scout Group had been requested to provide a
Demonstration Troop for erecting and packing traditional tents.
Sunday 1st July saw a small intrepid band of volunteers (should that read
press-ganged) Scouts and a Cub at the Party in the Park at Central Park,
Peterborough.
After flag break at 12 noon, we had a tent up by 12:40.
Whilst the labour force had a break, the leaders took the tent back down
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We quickly built base camp in the grass area near to the course finish. Volunteers were sort, to pull the canoes out of the water at the bottom of the run.
We soon had all scouts kitted out in buoyancy aids and helmets, they grabbed canoes and paddles and made for the top of the course.
At least 4 runs down were made with some appearing to spend more time going down backwards than forwards. Cries of ‘smile ‘ look as though you read more…

As part of the Centenary Celebrations 2nd Nene Scout Group event provided breakfast for sale to the local community and was also a great opportunity to promote scouting in the read more…

WET, WET, WET – No, not the pop group but the members of the Scout Association
camping at Ferry Meadows!
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Annual Activity Competition Organised by Cambridgeshire County. Teams of 4 Scouts enter up to 12 events including: Cyclo Cross, Canoe/Kayak Slalom, Canoe Polo, Water Races, Lifesaving Skills, Climbing, High Ropes skills, Assault Course, Dinghy Sailing, Archery, Air Rifle, Orienteering, Petanque, Volleyball, Team Building Brain Teasers, BLOOD & GORE 911, Sedan Chair Race, Push Kart Race, Raft Race. There is also a campfire, BBQ and, Wide Game. Explorer Leaders Mike & Amanda have kindly offered to look after the teams as a link with read more…

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The time trial proved very enjoyable BUT now the secret is out. If you want to win make sure that your water tanks are empty.
SWAN Photos can be found in the GALLERY. Photos  for 2006,2005 &2004 can be seen by clicking read more…

Scout Patrols journeyed through the lands of Zatego, first to discover the ring and it’s power and then to destroy it. PICTURED HERE SEARCHING FOR CARROTS WITH A HOBBIT.
After collecting carrots for the Hobbit and being chased by the gardeners this is one of the strange creatures that awaited them.
FOR MORE PICTURES CLICK read more…

The 22 February 2007 is the 150th birthday of Lord Robert Baden-Powell, Founder of the World Scout Movement. The anniversary is celebrated by nearly 28 million Scouts across the world as ‘Founder’s Day’ and will be marked by parties, events and activities, normally on the Sunday closest to the date.
Co-incidentally, Baden-Powell shared his birthday with his wife, Olave, who later became World Chief Guide. Girlguiding UK celebrates the same day as ‘Thinking Day.’
A special national service took place at Westminster Abbey attended by read more…

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During 2007 the Woodland Trust have teamed up with The Scout Association to offer all Scouts the chance to plant trees as part of the 2007 centenary celebrations.
With the help of The Scout Association at least 100 Centenary Groves will be planted. These will be new areas of native woodland, each made up of thousands of read more…

10 Scouts with Leaders and helpers in support took two different routes to get from Top Lodge to Apethorpe via King’ Cliffe through the rain and snow.
Mars bars and a Hot Chocalate drink were popular at the end.
Monty the Moose was still in residence – see NEWS for 13 Jan 207 for more read more…

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A photo of leaders and helpers on the walk near Top Lodge, Fineshades Wood.
For more info on the hike of 9th February see the 9th Feb NEWS Section. Some Leader & helpers went on a proving walk on 13 Jan and found Monty the Moose, who is pictured below, in his shelter in a field near King’s Cliffe. According to the label around his neck he was recently thrown out of the Mounties for impersonating a horse. He travelled to England for read more…

Christmas Party – games and the longest Banana Split you’ve ever read more…

Penny devised the evening. It seemed to consist of getting covered in flour and getting very read more…

SCOUTS were granted the freedom of Peterborough last night, Wednesday, October 11, the highest honour the city can read more…

This weekend was spent walking, preparing & cooking a BBQ, Archery, Tree Climbing & Rock read more…

As from 18 September 2006 passengers under the age of 12 and under 1.35m must conform with new regulations.
See http://www.scoutbase.org.uk/library/hqdocs/facts/pdfs/fs320006.pdf and
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Parents/Yourchildshealthandsafety/Roadandtravelsafety/DG_10037077
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For Scouts under the age of 12 and under 1.35m this will normally mean that a booster cushion must be read more…

This took place in Ferry Meadows and along the river to Alwalton Lock and back to the start via Castor read more…

Shelters were built during Saturday in the hot sunshine and slept in overnight.
Sunday started in mist and heavy dew which soon turned into another hot & sunny read more…

The AGM was held outside in the warm sunshine and was followed by a BBQ.
The Group has a new Quartermaster and Anne Watson, the Group Scout Leader, said that she welcomed having a quartermaster, a position that had been vacant for some read more…

The achievements of some of the city’s brightest young stars were celebrated at Peterborough Cathedral.
Mingling with successful youngsters from city schools was veteran DofE award winner Anne Watson, who achieved the Gold Award in read more…

A Grant from “Awards For All”? ( part of the National Lottery Fund ) has helped to pay for a new fence at the 2nd Nene ( St Peters’ ) Scout HQ on the Orton Longuiville School Site.
Group Scout Leader Anne Watson said “We are very pleased with our new fence which helps improve the security around our site for our Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers read more…

Enthusiastic cubs from Peterborough made up part of the 500-strong crowd celebrating the Cub Scouts 90th birthday with a trip to read more…

Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th May. The competition included various activities, including High Ropes, Archery, Raft Races, Cyclo read more…

Fieldhead campsite is situated in Edale Village, in The Peak District National Park see http://www.edale-valley.co.uk/fieldhead.htm .
Accommodation was lightweight tents plus a mess tent.
Activities included hill walking in The Peak District National Park, navigation training, preparation and cooking of meals on lightweight stoves, Saturday evening barbecue and cycling.
Photos can be viewed by CLICKING HERE. and selecting read more…

Apollo Troop Scout Leader Greg said “For St. George’s Day we had nearly half of the troop attend, they were very smart and a credit to the troop.
After the service, the County Commissioner came over to speak to the Scouts and ask about their activities
Martin Hall, divisional commissioner for Nene Scout districts, said: “This is an opportunity for more than 1,000 Scouts in and around Peterborough to meet together and declare their commitment to scouting.”
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SWAN this year tested the sailing skills of the skippers and crew.
The weather was varied with high winds at all times.
No sailing was possible on the first Saturday.
The sun did come out, after the boats were returned to the boat yards at the end of the week.
Photos of this years expedition and also those for 2005 &2004 can be seen by clicking HERE. & HERE & HERE & HERE This annual sail training event and exploration of the Norfolk Broads by traditional read more…

The MIZ (Military Intelligence Zatego) Special Agents where sent on a Mission to find Zatego heros Harry Munsen and Gus Motley.
Their last know whereabouts was the NewZealand Rugby Team Training Camp. Having missed them here the MIZ Special Agents tracked them through numerous countries inluding China, USA, Switzerland – where they had to ski to try to catch up with them. In each country they picked up a clue which they where able to decode on the outskirts of London. Having then read more…

Many thanks to Pete Murphy and friends from the Scout & Guide Canoe Club for organising this evening of familiarisation and training in preparation for the canoeing read more…

A party of Scouts, Leaders, Parents and a Granddad spent the day at RAF Wittering as guests of Flight Lieutenant Heron visiting and meeting personnel of: 5131 Bomb Disposal Squadron; 20 Squadron Harriers; RAF Regiment; Air Trafic read more…

PRIZES AND CERTIFICATES WERE PRESENTED TO:-
Highest Score ( Adult ) – James (174)
Highest Score ( Junior ) – Callum (130)
Lowest Score ( Adult ) – Denise (58)
Lowest Score ( Junior ) – Hannah (62) & George (62)
Highest Strikes ( Adult ) – Tony (5) & James (5)
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Due to the small number of Scouts involved the Navigation Exercise was changed, at the last minute, to a trip to the Peak District. The weather was fine and sunny and the walk along Froggatt Edge was amazing.
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To all the Scouts, Leaders and Helpers of Apollo Troop,
Thank you very much for the wonderful presents that you gave me for Christmas, you are very generous and I was most touched.
I have used the penknife already – there is a useful gadget for releasing tyre pressure. The compass and map case will be very useful when out walking as will the flask for my coffee. I plan to share the Port with the other leaders with some Stilton Cheese at a camp or read more…

Tents, sleeping bags and blankets have been donated by the 2nd Nene Scout Group, parents and friends. These have been collected from the HQ, taken to London and flown out to Pakistan. Thank you to all those who read more…

A donation was recently made by Pegassus pack to Magpas.
Magpas is the emergency medical charity for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. Volunteers are dedicated to saving lives and reducing suffering for patients at the scenes of serious incidents.
However, saving lives costs money and Magpas is funded solely by donations from the general public.
View the Magpas website by clicking read more…

The Autumn Camp was organised differently this year. With a young Scout
Troop the emphasis was on navigation training and fun. We arrived Friday
evening and made preparations for an early start on Saturday. Saturday
morning was spent learning about map reading and navigation whilst
exploring the forest around the campsite. After lunch various games
took place and a Prize winning ‘Pacing Competition’ followed. After more
exploration on the way back to the campsite, the evening meal preparations were
completed and a Banquet followed.
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The Troop visited the show. Another successful show enjoyed by all. What was your favorite read more…

Many of you will know Geoff Keighley from SWAN.
He was presented with an award by The Princess Royal.
For more info see the following two websites.

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Apollo Scouts went on a lightweight hike and camp over the weekend.
Ten scouts from the Apollo troop of the 2nd Nene Scout Group walked from Stamford to Maxey part of the way walking along the Torpel Way. On arrival at the site they pitched hike tents to camp overnight.
The Scouts cooked their own evening meal on portable gas or petrol stoves trying out various foods suitable for lightweight camping.
After clearing up from the meal, the evening was spent, playing games and familiarising themselves read more…

Group Bowling Evening at RAF Wittering Bowling Alley
The Group Executive booked the alley for the evening and Leaders, Parents, Friends & children joined us in a social evening of bowling.
Prizes were awarded for the highest & lowest scores to both adulds & children.
Judging by the noise a great time was had by all.
Snacks and drinks were available from the bar during the read more…

We were again blessed with good weather for the Peterborough St. Georges’s Day Parade and a very smart (but small) contingent represented the troop ? thank you to all those who made the effort to attend. Thank you also to those who couldn?t attend but sent apologies.
The date of next year’s event to mark St. Georges’s Day will be announced as soon as possible, as always please look out for this event and make every effort to reserve the date (usually the nearest read more…

This year’s annual Easter sailing expedition was another great success. The Peterborough contingent of 15 was part of the expedition of 79 that sailed 17 yachts for a week on the Norfolk Broads. Congratulations to: Stephen for a successful week in charge of a 24′ traditional sailing yacht; and also to Matt, Stuart, Nick, Edward, Mick Pummell and Emma Jackson for attaining their SWAN Intermediate / RYA Level 2 Keelboat Certificates.
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It’s Gus Motley’s 21st Birthday.
Did you take part in all the incidents on your way to the read more…

We met at Yarwell Cross Roads. Three Groups including one group of Explorers walked to Orton Wistow Chip Shop.
The route went past Yarwell Mill, Wandsford Nene Valley Station, Water Newton Mill, Cator Mill and Alwalton.
A first aid training incident ( Matt had hurt his head) was dealt with near Castor Station.
The weather was fine and the river level had dropped signifcantly from that seen on the plannning hike two weeks earlier.
Many thanks to all those who helped.
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The troop was well represented at this import event thanks to all for making the effort to attend.
Thank you to Matt Belcher and team (Jake & Josh, Sam, Andrew and Tom) for cleaning the War Memorial on the day before. It was very much appreciated by the Church read more…

We were entertained by a Circus Performer from Cumbria. Everyone tried various skills including juggling and diabolo ( no I didn’t know what it was either )
Ever seen fire juggling? IN THE DARK? and even more impressive a FLAME filled diabolo 20 feet in the air – thats about 6 metres.
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9 Scouts, 2 explorers and 9 Leader/Helpers went on a walking weekend to the Long Mynd.
Saturday was spent walking on various routes up and over the Long Mynd in the low cloud, rain and occassional sunshine.
Saturday evening the Scouts and Explorers prepared 3 main courses and 2 sweets, all under Mike’s carefull guidance.
Sunday we visited Ironbridge and went in the Tar Tunnell.
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There was a chioce of Kayacks, canadian Canoes or Coricles to choose from for those who didn’t mind getting wet.
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A wonderful Summer camp took place between Sat 29 May & Sat 5 June in a beuitiful setting. Thanks to Pete & read more…

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