What are Cub Scouts?
The Cub Scout adventure is full of fun and exploration. We are all about finding out about new things and new ways of having fun. We learn to become more responsible because we want to do more things like go on longer camps and lead activities.
Ages
Cub Scouts are for children aged 9 to 11 (~3rd to 5th class). This section is all about fun, exploration, and responsibility. Cubs learn new skills, enjoy outdoor adventures, and take on leadership roles within their groups.
Sixes
Cub Scouts are organised into small teams called Sixes, each with about six Cubs. A Sixer leads the group, assisted by a Seconder. These teams come together to form a Pack. Sixers help shape the program through meetings called the Sixer Council, where they discuss ideas and activities.
What do Cubs do?
Cub Scouts have weekly meetings filled with exciting activities and skill-building challenges. The Cub program includes:
Outdoor Adventures
Amazing adventures such as hiking, treasure hunts, and night orienteering.
Camping
Camping trips lasting one, two, or even three nights.
Scouting Skills
Skills such as knots, first aid, and backwoods survival.
Community Service
Take part in litter-picking and Saint Patrick’s Day parades.
What else do Cubs do?
Adventure Badges
Earn skill badges in areas like hiking, camping, and emergencies.
Planning Activities
Planning their own activities, including camp menus and group challenges.
County, Provincial & National Events
Events such as skills days, hikes, quizzes, orienteering and the annual large-scale provincial fun camp, Spraoi Óige.
Camp Competitions
Train for and compete in the county and national camping competitions - the County Cub Challenge and National Cub Challenge.
Where we meet
We typically meet at Blackwater Parish Hall or Blackwater Church Carpark from 7 - 8.30pm on Fridays during school term.
The location will depend on the weather and activities planned for the evening.
Occasionally we may meet at other locations for special events or activities - this will always be communicated in advance via the parents' WhatsApp group.
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