This new Unit’s first evening will be Monday 8th September, and is open to all young people between the ages of 14 and 18.

If you would like more info, contact Phil Glenn by emailing bishopstoke.explorers

We have 12 spaces available onthe next First Aid course. The course is booked for Saturday 27th September between 10am and 4pm.

if you are interested, please contact Brian O’Neill (scouts) or phone Tracy O’Neill (details in the Directory*)

*If you do not have access to the directory, please contact webmaster requesting access.

The massive drum BBQ was dusted off (most of it seemed to be rust rather than dust) and fired up.

While the chicken legs were a cooking and salads being created a few of us ran an interactive Countdown game. All the residents joined in and had a great time… and they are all a lot better at using their brains than any of the network! 23 x 32 - 2 = ????

Anyway, with the success of the countdown game we have been booked in for a return every couple of months, not to do a BBQ but just to provide an evening of entertainment for them all!

Submitted by JamesM

We left Eastleigh early Saturday morning for a 200 mile drive to Nine Ashes Campsite in Bodmin, stopping off in Somerset for lunch. We arrived at the site around  2 pm and set up camp for the week.  After we investigated the site we prepared the evening meal and relaxed for the rest of the evening.

Sunday, all up at 6 am (unheard of for Explorers) ready for a day of sightseeing around the north coast. We first visited Tintagel where we took some amazing pictures of us rock climbing and caving. After lunch we travelled to Padstow a fishing village, to do some souvenir shopping. Back to camp for an evening meal and joined another explorer group’s campfire.

Monday, up again early! Today surfing at Newquay!!! Even though the weather was not great we managed to get some great waves and all had a fantastic time and want to go again. After surfing we went back to camp for an evening meal and a wide game.

Tuesday, had a bit of a lay in (up at 7) today we are off to the Eden Project.  Don’t rely on Gary’s satnav as it can let you down. After going down some rather tiny lanes we eventually got there! We were all fascinated by the bio domes. We spent the day here. Then went back to camp for a meal and to socialize.

Wednesday/Thursday- Chief Scout Expedition, not at all keen because of the awful weather. But after a few miles we started to enjoy the hike despite the rain. The second day of hiking took in part of the camel trail. If we thought the first day was wet you then you should have seen the second. After completing the hike we were all glad to put our feet up.

Friday we went boat fishing off Mevagissey harbour! We caught all kinds of fish including mackerel.  Cant believe how much we enjoyed this must do it again some time. Back to the campsite to clean up. Then out for a Chinese meal – fantastic! Back to camp for a party with the other explorer groups.

Saturday - Oh No! Going home - we slowly packed away and said goodbye to new friends, then started our 6-hour trip home.

Thanks Tony for an action packed camp, can we do it again please?!

Written by Becky Foy

If you have been on an adventure this summer, why not write a short report and email it in to the website. When you have it written, email it to webmaster.

The 14th Eastleigh Scout & Guide Band (The Spitfires) are pleased to announce two performances coming in September and October.

Saturday 6th September : Starting at 7:30pm : Otterbourne Church

Friday 17th October : Starting at 7:30pm : 40th Anniversary Special

The Spitfires are 40 years old this year, and to mark the occasion are putting on a concert in The Point, Eastleigh. Tickets for this special evening are £5 and can be purchased from The Point’s Box Office.

Before that, though, The Spitfires have been asked to perform in Otterbourne Church to help them raised funds for their Church Spire. Again, these tickets are £5 (including light refreshments) and can be purchased from Ian Cole (0845 644 5263)

If you want further information about either event, contact Ian Cole (0845 644 5263) or email David Patrick (webmaster)