District Cub Scrapheap Challenge 2023 Well done to all of the Cubs that took part in the first ever Sheaf District Cub Scrapheap Challenge hosted at 297th Bradway HQ.This years theme: Famous UK Buildings.Cubs first planned out their structures and then had one hour to complete the challenge by using materials from the District Scrapheap pile.Points were awarded for:General behaviour during the Challenge (listening to instructions, waiting patiently, doing as they are told)Planning the making of the model (drawing a picture, labelling it, writing a list of equipment that they need)Making the model (does it look like what it’s meant to be, does it hold together, decoration)Team work (discussing with their partner, planning and building together, no arguing)Interpretation of the story and appropriateness of the model (it needs to be connected!)Clearing up afterwards (making their own area tidy, putting their model neatly, helping others if they finish) Well done to our 1st Place winners at St. Chads, followed closely in 2nd Place by Greenhill Methodist and in 3rd Place Team B from St. Pauls. Congratulations to Bradway Group A who received a group commendation.The Cubs that took part had a great time, and are already planning what they will be doing next year! Thanks to all the leaders who helped out to support the day, and many thanks to the parent helpers who also helped support the teams.

Smashing Results for the Cub Scout Splash On Sunday 20th November 2022, 45 Cubs from seven packs in Sheaf District (plus a Brownie), took part in the annual Cub Scout Splash, organised by Sheaf Scout Swimming.The Cubs were divided into six teams and swam in three events to earn points (and we all know what points mean).  The winning team, comprising 7 Cubs from 229th Greenhill Methodists and a Brownie, is shown below with their medals. Congratulations on achieving 1st place. Thanks to all the Cub Packs that entered teams and to all the leaders and helpers who made the event such a success.  To other leaders and parents, don’t forget that we meet most evenings throughout the year to improve the swimming capabilities of our Cubs. Click here to find out more. Well done to everyone who took part! Although we can’t guarantee success, if you’d like to do better next year, you should consider coming on one of our courses.  To find out more, contact Barrie Hocking at barrie.hocking@virgin.net.