Annual Report for Beavers – Nelson Colony
We have had another successful year for the Nelson Beavers of 4th Canvey Island Scout Group. Currently there are 21 beavers made up of a mixture of girls and boys.
Beavers have attended two sleepovers one at Thriftwood Scout site in Brentwood staying at Oak Lodge. Fun was had by all and a good experience for each Beaver. The other sleepover was also at Belchamps Scout site staying in Kath Batts where again fun was had by all. Some of the younger beavers attended during the day to experience a beaver sleepover.
Nelson Beavers have worked on several activity badges which include disability where it was experienced how lucky we are not to be disabled. Several beavers have achieved their challenge badges which include skills, teamwork, global, outdoors and adventure.
One beaver from the Nelson Colony has achieved the highest award for a beaver to gain which is the Bronze award before leaving beavers for cubs.
Beavers attended the Gilwell Funday at Gilwell Scout Campsite this year where fun and adventure was had by all including visiting a Muslim Synogogue which was very informative. The soap sud run down a hill proved a big hit with some beavers who loved getting all soapy. Also bouncy castles of every description.
Over the past year we have had a very young colony so experiences have been challenging for a good percentage of the beavers. We have tried to do team building and activities that keep each beaver interested and wanting to attend each week.
Finally, I would like to say a big thank you to Belinda Johnson who assists me each week. Beavers cannot operate without help and other parents helping as well. If you are interested in joining our team please do not hesitate to speak with me at any time as help is always wanted each week.
Deborah Kell
Beaver Leader