All Saints Beavers Clayton le Moors

Visit to Blackpool Tower Circus and The Sea Life Centre

2011-12-11T13:43:00.000-08:00

One wet and windy day 100 Beavers set off on coaches to Blackpool Tower on the Hyndburn District Beaver Trip.
On arrival at the tower, with no sick buckets needed on the journey, we found the high winds meant we could not go to the tower top.

Not to worry, we set off for the Sea Life Centre, just a short stroll up the sea front. Beavers loved being able to touch the some of the fishes, not sure whether the fish felt the same about the Beavers though.

Battling very strong winds again, we headed back for a play in Jungle Jim's at the tower, before heading off to see Mooky the Clown in the Tower Circus Pantomime, "Mookys off to see the Wizard!"

A brilliant day, enjoyed by all and there were some very tired little people on the way home.

Visit to Accrington Fire Station

2011-12-11T13:17:00.000-08:00

Beavers visited Accrington Fire Station in November 2011 for a behind
the scenes tour.

Beavers were able to climb aboard the engines and have a look inside.

The fireman were really good at explaining to the Beavers what happened when there was a fire and showed them lots of equipment which was kept on the engines such as cutting equipment which could cut through a car if people were trapped inside.

The firemen made a special call to the operations centre and a message came back saying that there was a fire at All Saints Beavers. Fortunately it was only to show Beavers what happens when a 999 call is made and there was no fire at All Saints.

There were 4 engines in the fire station when we visited including one which is a lift used for rescuing people from high buildings.

Beavers were also given the task of knocking over a traffic cone with a high pressure hose. It was great fun, but only one Beaver managed to knock the cone down.

Circus Theme Night

2011-12-11T12:54:00.000-08:00

Beaver Birthday Party to Celebrate 25 Years of Beaver Scouting

2011-10-30T05:46:00.000-07:00

Beavers joined 300 other Beavers from all across East Lancashire at Bowley Scout Camp in September 2011 to celebrate 25 Years of Beaver Scouting.

Beavers took part in lots of activities including making some fab party buns, made with chocolate spread and lots of different sprinkles, they looked yummy!

There was a circus skills activity base, where Beavers were able to test out their circus skills, balancing plates, diablos.

After Circus skills , Beavers were entertainer by a children's entertainer who kept them very amused for an hour with silly stories and a punch and judy show.

Beavers fishing for ducks, followed by
an enormous bouncy slide and party piñatas filled with sweets.

Party games including musical chairs and pass the parcel.

One of our Beavers was celebrating his own birthday, so brought a cake along to share with his Beaver friends.

Beaver Healthy Eating Badge, Health and Fitness Badge and Fitness Challenge

2011-10-02T15:11:00.000-07:00

We set our Young Leaders a challenge to organise activities which would cover the Beaver Healthy Eating Badge, Health and Fitness Badge and Fitness Challenge and wow have they done us proud!!!

Young Leaders are asked to complete various missions to complete their training and these activities incorporated Mission 1 where they had to organise 3 indoor meetings.

Over a period of three weeks, the Young Leaders arranged for our Beavers do lots of activities to cover the three badges including making fruit smoothies, with lots of lovely fresh fruit including strawberries and bananas. Yum they went down a treat!!!

Beavers also played lots of fruit themed games including fruit salad using the parachute.

Beavers also made fruit kebabs which were cocktail sticks loaded with
all kinds of different fruit, which also went down a treat!!!

Beavers also played a game where they had to try and guess the type of fruit they were eating without being able to see it.

Beavers also made some unusual sandwiches in the form of pinwheels, which looked delicious and were cleverly designed by the Young Leaders to encourage even the fussiest eaters to eat their salad.

Both colonies covered the same badges and pictured are Beavers from both meetings.

New Beaver Colony & Experiment Badge

2011-10-02T14:13:00.000-07:00

The demand for places at Beavers led us to the decision to open on a second evening to provide extra places for children wishing to join Beavers.

Pictured below are the new Beavers enjoying their first explosive experience of Beaver style experiments. We made slime (as pictured), an explosion when coke met mentos, vinegar volcanoes and many more besides.

A fantastic first night, enjoyed by all including the leaders and the Beavers even earned their first badge, which was of course the Experiment Badge.

Beaver Challenge Day - Water Slide

2011-07-10T04:54:00.000-07:00

The highlight of the day for Beavers had to be the water slide.

As you will see from the children's face, they were thrilled to bits flying down the water slide on inflatable boats!

Some went faster than others.

Some got wetter than others!

But everyone without exception was beaming from ear to ear!

Silver Beaver was waving the hosepipe around trying to get the Beavers wet!

Beaver Challenge Day Water Slide Videos 2011 Pt 2

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Beaver Challenge Day - Challenge Bases

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Beaver Challenge Day Water Slide Videos 2011

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Beavers had a whale of a time on the water slide , as you can see from the videos!

Beaver Challenge Day Akeema Shield July 2011

2011-07-10T01:25:00.000-07:00

100 Beavers from across Hyndburn District took part in a Beaver Challenge Day at Bowley Scout Camp in July 2011.

The first part of the day was the Akeema Shield which is a mini olympic Competition for Beavers.

Beavers completed about 8 different bases including the egg and spoon relay, box and broom relay, tin can alley, penalty shoot out and dress up sack race to name but a few.

Beavers had lots of fun trying to keep hold of the box between two broom handles, while racing to the cone and back.

The winning team were All Saints and Beavers were presented with a shield which we keep for a year.

Visit to Hesketh Park Farm July 2011

2011-07-10T01:13:00.000-07:00

Grant from Accrington & District Charity Stewards (Masons)

2011-06-11T14:39:00.000-07:00

Mr Chris Riding from Accrington and District Charity Stewards (Masons) came along to Beavers on Tuesday 7th June to present a cheque for £250 for us to buy some new play equipment.

Visit from Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue

2011-06-11T14:38:00.000-07:00

Beavers enjoyed a visit from Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue Team recently.

Beavers met "Doc" the Mountain Rescue Dog, who made short work of finding a "missing" Beaver hidden behind the Scout Hut.

Beavers tried to sniff out a scent using their noses, but decided that it was best left to "Doc".

Turquoise Beaver very bravely volunteered to act as a casualty who needed rescuing and was strapped in a special stretcher and imbolised, while Beavers made sure she safely fastened in.

Red Beaver also volunteered to be a stretcher case, but wouldn't let me publish the photo!!!!

On the count of 3, Beavers (along with a couple of adults),carefully lifted Purple Beaver up in the stretcher , ready to transport down the mountain!

Beavers also learned a little first aid, which hopefully they will remember if ever they are in situation which needs their help.

Wild West Sleepover at Waddow Hall in May 2011

2011-05-31T10:58:00.000-07:00

Beavers enjoyed a Wild West Theme
Sleepover at Waddow Hall, Nr Clitheroe.

Pictured left is Stinky Pete the Prospector
who proved to be a great hit with the Beavers,
especially when he offered them some sweaty sock
soup at the campfire!

Over the course of 24 hours, Beavers took part in lots of Wild West craft activities,
games and wild west events as well joining in the campfire singsong

Having just raided the tuck shop, these three
Beavers were off to the play ground.

Beavers taking part in the sleepover earned the Nights Away Stage 1 Badge and received a special Wild West Beaver Sleepover Certificate.

Campfire & Fun Night at Bowley Scout Camp

2011-05-22T14:05:00.000-07:00

Kiddy Karts in the Sports Barn

The Beavers thought it was great fun flying down the hill on the grass sledges, but it was hard work pulling them back up again!

Toasting marshmallows on an open fire - yum!

Visit from Coopers Critters

2011-05-22T13:23:00.000-07:00

Beavers enjoyed an animal encounter with Coopers Critters recently.

Holding a Giant Snail

The snake was very big, but the Beavers weren't bothered and sat there while it slithered across their legs.

The children were able to hold Giant Snails, a Tarantula, a Boa Constrictor, a really cute baby hedgehog and a skunk called Blossom!

Holding a Tarantula

Turquoise Beaver & Purple Beaver with the cutest critter of the night - a baby hedgehog ahh!

Blossom the Skunk

Visit to the Mayor at Accrington Town Hall

2011-03-29T12:38:00.000-07:00

Beavers visited the Mayor at Accrington Town Hall and were able to try on the ceremonial robes and hat.

Three Beavers were presented with their Chief Scouts Bronze Awards by the Mayor. The Chief Scout Bronze award is the highest award which Beavers can achieve and is earned by completing all 6 Challenge badges during their time in Beavers.

Promise Challenge and Faith Badge

Beavers visited All Saints Chuch, Clayton le Moors last week to complete their Promise Challenge and Faith Badges. Rev John kindly did a quiz with Beavers to test their knowledge about the church.

We have been incorporating a little into each meeting over the Spring Term including a log chew, taking part in an investiture cermeony, writing a prayer, singing a hymn and joining church parade.

Visit from the Police

Beavers were visited in force by the police recently. The local constabulary must of been tipped off about the little monkeys as four officers turned up to talk to Beavers about road safety as part of the Beaver Scout Safety Badge.

Beavers took part in scenarios about what they would do if approached by strangers and were also able to look around a police car and CCTV van which were also brought along.

Emergency Aid Stage 1

2010-11-05T14:42:00.001-07:00

Beavers recently earned their Emergency Aid Stage 1 Badge.

Beavers had to understand and recognise the dangers inside and outside the home. They also learned what to do at the scene of an accident and how to deal with minor cuts, scratches and grazes. Of course, they took great delight in bandaging each up with imaginary broken arms and legs!

Finally Beavers learnt how to open an airway, which they are seen practising in the photos on a Little Ann resusitation dummy.

Pets at Home

2010-11-05T14:32:00.001-07:00

Beavers visited Pets at Home, Blackburn as part of the Animal Friend Badge.

Beavers were given an insight of how to care for various different animals including feeding the fish, stroking a bearded dragon, as well as cuddling rabbits and guinea pigs.

Akeema Shield

2010-07-01T13:54:00.000-07:00

Ski Rossendale December 2009

2010-07-01T13:21:00.000-07:00

Beavers visited Ski Rossendale in December 2009 along with other Beaver Colonies from across Hyndburn District.

Beavers took part in sledging and tubing, hurtling down the slopes on rubber rings, great fun!

The evening was bitterly cold, but made extra special as we had real snow which added to the excitement.

The evening was rounded off with a visit from Father Christmas.

The Christmas Experience

2009-12-05T12:18:00.000-08:00

Beavers visited the Christmas Experience at Bowley Scout Camp early in December.

Beavers began their Christmas Experience posing in a giant sleigh, before moving on to Santa's post office, where they posted their Christmas lists in a special post box.

Next we visited the talking reindeer , which was brilliant and even had the adults entranced!!! Beavers were rewarded at each stop with a small present, including reindeer poo (chocolate raisins really!).

Beavers also made Christmas trees from royal icing, christingles and visited Santas sweet shop, where they saw a very impressive sweet making machine which churned out candy walking sticks.

Finally what everyone was waiting for, a vist from Santa himself and guess what?!!! He had a special present with everybodys name on it!!! Magic!

A brilliant evening , thoroughly enjoyed by all.

Visit to the Chocolate House

2009-12-05T11:43:00.000-08:00

Beavers paid a visit to The Chocolate House in Blackburn, where they enjoyed a chocolate making demonstration, with lots of chocolate tasting along the way. Beavers saw how the chocolate makers made snowmen and Santa's using special moulds.

All the chocolates which were made during the demonstration were raffled off and were won by three lucky Beavers.

Ten Pin Bowling

2009-12-05T11:41:00.000-08:00

Mercer Beavers took part in the Hyndburn District Ten Pin Bowling Competition at Hyndburn Superbowl in October.

Beavers from all over the Hyndburn District took part in the competition over 2 nights and the winning Beaver from each colony then won through to take part in the County Curling Competition held at Bowley early in November.

Visit to Edisford Bridge Miniature Railway

2009-07-14T14:29:00.000-07:00

Beavers enjoyed an end of term visit to Edisford Bridge Miniature Railway. Fortunately the weather stayed nice for us right until the last 5 minutes when the heavens opened and we got drenched!

Kiddy Karts!

2009-07-14T14:24:00.000-07:00

Beavers enjoyed an evening at Bowley racing Kiddy Karts around the sports barn and playing curling.

Pirate Sleepover

2009-06-20T10:48:00.001-07:00

Mercer Beavers joined other Beaver Colonies from Hyndburn District to take part in a Pirate Themed Beaver Sleepover at Ashworth Valley, Rochdale.

Beavers were greeted by pirates on their arrival at camp, then made took part in a few pirate craft activities , before joining in a sing song at the camp fire. Beavers more than ably rose to the challenge of out singing the scouts on the opposite side of the campfire!

After the campfire, Beavers were joined by Captain Tadpole who read a bedtime story to them. The following day, Beavers were up early to take part in a Treasure Hunt which took them all over the camp site.

Later, Beavers went to rescue one of their friends who had been kidnapped by the pirates. Beavers , armed with water bottles , stole down to Pirate Cove, and gave the pirates a taste of their own medicine!!! Watch the video's below to see what fun was had!!!

Harry Potter Funday June 2009

2009-06-20T10:28:00.000-07:00

Beavers took part in a Harry Potter Funday at Bowley Scout Camp in June.

Beavers enjoyed lots of different activities including making magic wands and chocolate frogs, a magic show, Barn Owl Bill and a fab Quidditch match!

Beavers are pictured meeting Dumbledore.

Healthy Eating and Health & Fitness Badges

2009-03-23T03:48:00.000-07:00

Beavers have been working towards their Health & Fitness Badge and Healthy Eating Badge over a few weeks.

Beavers made kebabs with different types of fruit. I can honestly say, I was amazed at the speed in which the fruit was eaten and it was great to see children trying fruits that they had never had before and loving it!

They also made different types of sandwiches and healthy snacks.

One of the Beavers mums kindly came in to do a keep fit session with the children.

Visit to Accrington Fire Station

2009-03-23T02:32:00.000-07:00

Beavers paid a visit to Accrington Fire Station.

We were given a talk on what to do in the event of a fire at our homes.

We were then shown around the fire station, sat in the engines and squirted bollards with the fire hose.

Visit to Greenbank Police Station

2009-01-25T14:41:00.000-08:00

Beavers enjoyed a visit to Greenbank Police Station at Blackburn
as part of their Friendship Challenge Badge.

We were shown around the CCTV room , and were able to see live pictures of Clayton le Moors. It was amazing what could be picked up by the camera!

Beavers are pictured inside a cell - they thought they wouldn't mind spending a night inside!
We were also shown around the custody suite, where people have fingerprints and breath tests taken.

Hyndburn District Ten Pin Bowling Competition

2009-01-25T14:33:00.000-08:00

All Saints Mercer Beavers took part in a ten pin bowling competition

arranged by Hyndburn District Beavers.

The best scoring bowler from each group went through to the

East Lancs Beavers Curling Competition.

Wild West Fun Day

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Visit to Edisford Bridge Model Railway

Visit to Hesketh Park Farm at Bolton Abbey

2008-07-16T13:50:00.000-07:00

Beavers enjoyed a fab end of term trip to Hesketh Park Farm at Bolton Abbey near Skipton. We joined with Baxenden Beavers and Loyola Beavers (Oswaldtwistle) and descended en masse on the farm!

Beavers had a real hands on experience, cuddling rabbits and guinea pigs, chicks and even baby peacocks.

This fluffy bunny was really cute and very patient!!!

The baby rabbits and guinea pigs were so cute, everyone wanted to take them home.

We were also allowed to feed lambs and calves, collect the newly laid eggs from the hens and even brush the pigs, as seen below left. The pigs seemed to enjoy it!!!!!!!!

The farmer took everyone for a tractor and trailer ride and showed off "Robust" the Belgian Blue Bull and his many calves (he'd been a very busy bull!!!)

Below- Feeding time on the farm................

After they had been fed, the little monkeys let off steam by zooming around on go karts, and clambering all over the play equipment and getting lost in the straw maze.

The farmer demonstrated how he gives the pig a drink of milk!!

A wonderful day enjoyed by everyone, especially when the 50 harmonica's, which just about every child had bought in the shop were banished to Beavers pockets by the coach driver!!!!

WaterWorld Fun Day

2008-06-09T04:28:00.000-07:00

Mercer Beavers joined 400 other Beavers from all around East Lancashire at Waterworld Fun Day held at Bowley Scout Camp, Gt Harwood on Saturday 7th June 2008.

Beavers took part in lots of water based activites including lots of different water slides , water skittles, and a water based obstacle course.

Highlight of the day was sailing on the pond to try and catch the naughty pirate who was threatening to capture their ships.

Beavers set off across the pond to catch the pirate.

After taking part in all these activities , Beavers were awarded their Adventure Badges.

Everyone agreed it had been a fantastic and very wet day out!

Beaver Sleepover

2008-06-01T13:42:00.000-07:00

16 Beavers from All Saints Tuesday Beavers joined All Saints Cub Pack for a fantastic Wild West Theme camp. All Saints Scout Troop were also camping nearby in tents and although they were following a different programme , the whole group met up at campfire and flag break.

Beavers are only allowed to spend one night away from home , so were split into two groups. The first eight arrived on Friday evening along with 22 Cubs and spent the first part of an action packed evening making Indian poncho's and headdresses, bows and arrows or Cowboys waistcoats.

We also played some games before heading off to the campfire led by Jennifer and Martin. Cubs joined in with some silly sketches which had everyone in stitches especially the one about a "little green ball"!

A slap up supper of hot dogs and pop were served, followed by "Alvin and the Chipmunks" on DVD. One of the cubs was celebrating his birthday , so we all sang "Happy Birthday" to him and helped him to eat the huge cake that his mum and dad had made for him!

After a very late bedtime (and even later getting to sleep time!!!), Beavers were up surprisingly bright and early to play games, followed by archery and grass sledging.

After lunch it was time for Beavers to pack their bags, although as usual no one wanted the sleepover to end!!! After playing more games and a visit to the shop it was time for Beavers to go home and give leaders a few hours off before welcoming the next eight children!!!

By 6pm on Saturday we had gained our second wind in time to welcome the next eight Beavers to the sleepover.

Once again Beavers made poncho's and waistcoats , but as it was such a nice evening we played games outside before joining the camp fire circle led by Tony and Andrew.

After a late supper, Beavers and Cubs watched a DVD before heading off to bed. The poor cubs were exhausted after an action packed day of raft building, rifle shooting and climbing followed by a walk to Gt Harwood. The Beavers weren't so tired though and kept them awake for quite a while!!!

On Sunday morning we had a bit of a lie in with Beavers and Cubs coming down for breakfast at a quite acceptable 7.30am (instead of 6.30am the previous day!!!).

After breakfast Beavers spent a few hours enjoying archery and grass sledging. One Beaver was quite an expert and shot two bullseyes. Even the leaders didn't manage that!!!

After lunch it was time to pack bags and visit the shop. Once again we heard Beavers who had been slightly nervous at spending a night away from home saying "do we have to go home yet?".

All in all we had a fantastic weekend and were very impressed with the behaviour of the children and the way Beavers and Cubs joined in everything and mixed with each other. We are looking forward to doing another one in the near future. Watch this space!

Beaver Trail

2008-06-01T13:36:00.001-07:00

Beavers met at Bowley Scout Camp one evening to follow the Beaver Trail. There were 50 wooden Beavers hiding around Bowley waiting to be found.

Beavers later enjoyed drinks and biscuits followed by parachute games.

2008-03-26T15:35:00.000-07:00

Visit from the Mayor of Hyndburn

Beavers were joined by the Mayor of Hyndburn, Tony Dobson, who after chatting about his role of Mayor , joined the Beavers in a game of "rabbits".

Visit from Hyndburn Dog Warden

Beavers enjoyed a visit from Hyndburn District Dog Warden, Steve Woods and his Rottweiler dog, Woody Woods. Beavers learned why it was important to wash their hands after they have touched any animals and how they always must ask a dog's owner whether they can stroke their dog instead of just rushing up to it.

Beavers all introduced themselves to Woody and he graciously allowed them to pat him and shake a paw. Beavers are currently working towards their Friendship Challenge Badges and meeting the dog warden counted towards this.

2008-03-26T15:17:00.000-07:00

Akeema Shield 2008

On Saturday 9th February, Hyndburn District Beaver Scouts competed in the Akeema Shield at Bowley Scout Camp. This mini-Olympics style event was organised by ADC Tracy Shaw. Several colonies from the Hyndburn District took part and everyone had a lot of fun - leaders and beavers alike!

The winners were All Saints Mercer Beavers went on to represent the district in the county event at Bowley Saturday 8th March.

Although they had lots of fun, competing against Blackburn, Clitheroe, Pendle and Rossendale Districts , they could not repeat their earlier success, but went home happy and tired, with a

special certificate to show they had taken part.

50th Anniversary of All Saints Scout Group

2007-12-22T06:15:00.001-08:00

Beavers joined Cubs and scouts to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of All Saints Scout Group at Accrington Superbowl.

Almost 80 Beavers , Cubs and Scouts enjoyed several games of bowling, followed by a slap up meal of burger, fries and pop.

Hyndburn District Beavers Visit to Blackpool Tower

2007-12-16T09:17:00.000-08:00

On Saturday 15th December , over 100 Beavers from all over the Hyndburn area took part in the District trip to Blackpool Tower to celebrate 100 years of Scouting.

What a fantastic day we all had, from the excitement of going to the top of the tower and walking across the glass floor to laughing our socks off at the fabulous circus pantomime, Cinderella.

Some Beavers were brave enough to lie on the glass floor at the top of the tower and look down , but the leaders were a bit more cowardly and held onto the hand rails!

How we all laughed at Buttons aka Mooky the Clown , especially when he picked out our own Grey Beaver and complimented him on his Scout tie!

Beavers enjoyed the 3D cinema experience, the Jurassic walk where they saw loads of scary dinosaurs.The one below had spotted a scout in a tent and thought it would make a nice snack. We also saw a huge hairy wooly mammoth.

Beavers were able to look around the aquarium where they saw loads of unusual fish incuding "Nemo" and "Dory" from "Finding Nemo" and some huge electric eels.

Beavers even met Father Christmas and were invited to whisper to him what they would like to receive for Christmas.

Everyone who took part in the trip received a lovely badge to commemorate the Hyndburn District Beaver trip to Blackpool Tower Circus in the Centenary Year.

This badge can be worn on the left sleeve of the uniform until further notice.

Circus Theme Night

2007-12-16T08:43:00.000-08:00

Beavers recently took part in a Circus Theme Night.

The Beavers dressed in lots of colourful clothes, hats and odd socks and had their faces painted as clowns.

They tried out lots of different circus skills including spinning plates, juggling balls and diablo's. They all had a try at everything and showed off their skills in the circus ring at the end of the evening.

We also did some balloon modelling, which is a lot harder than it looked. Lots got popped as we tried to make them into weird and wonderful shapes, but we eventually managed to get them looking like swords and dogs.

Beavers also played some of circus themed games including circus corners and circus picture relay.

Experiment Badge

2007-11-05T14:06:00.000-08:00

It was hard to decide who had the most fun when Beavers carried out a range of experiments in order to gain their Experiment Badge.

Akela and Grey Beaver had a whale of a time with the Rocket Balloon experiment, sending a balloon attached to a piece of string and a straw and seeing how far it would rocket along the string. The Beavers didn't seem to get much of a look in at that experiment, the leaders were trying to outdo each other!!!

Vinegar Volcano proved to be a popular experiment, where bicarbonate of soda is added to a bottle filled with vinegar and red food colouring - the effect was an spectular fizzing volcano.

Using the same ingredients, vinegar and bicarbonate of soda, Beavers also found that they could inflate a balloon without touching it.

Beavers also enjoyed the bottle diver experiment, where they discovered density and diving by making a foil diver move up and down in a large bottle of water. They found that they could make the diver move fast and slow and up and down, all by squezing the bottle.

Beavers were amazed by optical illusions , including the duck/rabbit and the elephant with how many legs?!!!

We also experimented by trying to mix various liquids together, including where oil was mixed with water and salt , which resulted in a funny bubble effect.

Centenary Fun Day

2007-06-25T12:12:00.000-07:00

On Saturday 26th May 2007, Mercer Beavers joined lots of other Beavers, Cubs and Scouts at Bowley Scout Camp celebrate 100 years of Scouting.

We lined up with other Beavers, Cubs and Scouts in the Hyndburn District to parade our flag to the opening ceremony.

These Beavers were beaming after trying out the siren on the police car they are sitting in.

Beavers took part in lots of activities including inflatable bouncy slide, canoeing, circus skills and crafts.

Beavers enjoyed a party tea, but one was so hungry he tried to eat his hat.

Still eating!

Lots of fun was had asking other people to sign the special white neckers

Making centenary placemats in the art and craft tent.

Beavers and hammers were a worrying combination, but luckily there were no accidents!

Pond Dipping

2007-06-25T08:14:00.000-07:00

Mercer Beavers enjoyed dipping their nets in the pond at Bowley Scout Camp. They found lots of different creatures , including tadpoles at different stages of development , some almost about to become frogs.

Some Beavers were amazed to catch newts and were even more amazed that Black Beaver did not want to hold one!

2007-04-29T13:46:00.000-07:00

Akeema Shield

All Saints Mercer (Tuesday) Beavers took part in the Hyndburn District Akeema Shield at Bowley Scout Camp on Saturday 28th April.

Several other Beaver colonies took part, including Accy West, 1st Baxenden, 1st Oswaldtwistle St Pauls and Loyola.

Beavers had lots of fun completing different bases, including golf target shooting, egg and spoon race, bean bag target shooting, penalty shoot out, box and broom relay and an obstacle course.

The winning team, Loyola , now go on to represent Hyndburn in the East Lancs County Akeema Shield , to be held later in the year.

Grey Beaver was presented with his Wood Badge after completing his leader training.

2007-04-18T13:54:00.000-07:00

Beavers Safety Badge

Beavers were recently awarded their Safety Badge, after learning about Road Safety , Water Safety, Fire Safety and Safety in the Home.

Beavers learned how to cross the road safely using the Green Cross Code, when they were visited by a road safety officer. We were very impressed by their knowledge - most of them had a good idea about how to cross safely.

Beavers also visited Hyndburn Community Fire Station, where after a short talk on fire safety, they were able to climb aboard the fire engines and see how everything worked.

Rebecca , one of our leaders dressed up in a firefighters outfit , including the breathing apparatus. She reckoned the breathing apparatus wasn't too heavy - she even thought she could run up a flight of stairs with it on!

Three of our newest Beavers were enrolled on board a fire engine.

Finally , Beavers visited Greenbank Police Station and were shown what happens when you dial 999.

They also looked around the cells , where several Beavers were breathalysed. Luckily nobody was over the limit!

Having been inside the cells , everyone agreed that they would not like to spend the night there. It was cold, uncomfortable and smelly.

To complete the Beaver Safety Badge, we did some simple role play, in which Beavers had to decide what to do if they were approached by a stranger or what to do if they saw a house on fire.

Beavers also completed picture sheet identifying dangers in the home and what could be done about them.

2007-04-18T13:16:00.000-07:00

Knight Theme

Over the past few weeks, Beavers have been following a knight theme as part of the Scouting Join in Centenary.

Beavers have gone mad with the tin foil and glue and have created a wonderful selection of swords, shields, helmets and tabards.

To finish off the Knight Theme we held a Knights Tournament, where Beavers came dressed in their tabards and took part in knight training activities including an assault course, Knight Tig and Knight, Knight Dragon games.

Beavers paraded the flag before the Beaver king who judged the competitions to make sure there was no cheating!

Finally Beavers assembled around the Round Table where they enjoyed a delicious Knights Banquet of Giants Sausages with Dragons Blood and Chalices of fizzing juices.

St Georges Day Parade

Beavers dressed as knights again to take part in the St Georges Day Parade in Accrington on Sunday 22nd April 2007.

Beavers joined in the parade which was led by St George on his horse.

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Welcome to All Saints Mercer (Tuesday) Beavers Blog.

Beaver Scouts are boys and girls aged between six and eight years.

Beavers take part in lots of different activities like art and craft, cookery, painting, singing and acting.

Beavers also go on outings and have visitors to their colony. We have treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, sleepovers and can earn special Beaver Scout Badges to put on their uniforms.

Beavers like to play lots of different games, including with the parachute. Most of all Beavers like to have lots of fun.

Beavers wear a uniform of a turquoise sweatshirt and blue trousers. They also wear a necker to show which Scout group they belong to. All Saints Beavers wear a red and white necker.

All Saints Beavers meet on Tuesdays at All Saints School.

If you require any further information or would like your child to join Beavers, please contact Claire Rothwell at claire.rothwell1@scoutmail.org.uk