3rd Hampton Hill Scout Group

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Another member of 3rd Hampton Hill Scout Group has been recognised for their achievements and successes:

Alex L has been awarded the Jack Petchey Foundation Achievement Award.

This award has been given based on a recommendation made by the Group detailing Alex’s enthusiasm, sustained attendance, commitment, help and service to others.

Who is Jack Petchey?

Born in 1925 and brought up in the East End of London. He was a Scout and holds the Silver Acorn. He received the OBE in 2004 in recognition of his contribution to young people. He established the Jack Petchey Foundation in 1999 and gives grants to programmes and projects that benefit young people aged 11 – 25.

The Group has received a cheque from the Foundation which will be spend on items and suggestions given by Alex.

Well done Alex!

Just a few more days till the end of 2007. What a memorable year for Scouting and a year of achievements and successes at 3rd Hampton Hill. Numbers are again strong and the annual census Group Membership return in Jan 08 looks like it will give a healthy return – will we go above 150 in 2008?

2008 is the 60th Diamond Celebration Year for the Group. We already have a celebration camp planned for May at Walton Firs and no doubt there will be many other exciting and interesting activies to enjoy throughout the year. Watch these pages for more information and announcements . . . please also come forward and speak with any of the Leadership Team if you have any ideas or suggestions for events or activities to help Celebrate the Diamond Anniversary of The Group.

As always we are looking for additional adult support and help in the Sections which is vital to assist the Section Leaders with providing an active and varied programme. Please speak with your Section Leader early in the New Term and see what help you might be able to provide.

We have plans for a Spring Fayre early in March. We hope you will join us and support us in raising funds for the Group. Funds will be spent on more projects and tasks in 2008 which will continue to improve and maintain the Group Headquarters. We are also speaking with Hampton Hill Junior School about their possible plans to replace the Minibus which we share.

2008 is shaping up to being another busy year for The Group!

We are getting close to completing the design for the 60th Celebration Badge. The main colours will be black (borders and dividing lines) with Silver Background. It will look something like the badge above.

Hopefully we will have these made up early next year and everyone will be able to wear them on their Uniform as an occasional badge in 2008. They will also be available to buy for others as a memento of the Group’s 60th year in 2008!

The latest set of intrepid Scouts were invested into the troop just before Christmas on Hampton Court Palace ice rink. A distinctly chilly, but forever rememberable, event!

Why not click on the photo link to see rest of the album?

Annual Family Camp, Group Review and 60th Year Group Celebration at Walton Firs Scout Camp Site, Cobham.
Loads of Site Activities and other fun stuff to do! Campfire and Annual Review.

In recognition of his hard work and significant achievements in maintaining and improving the George Stanley Hall (the 3HH Scout Building) this year John W has been awarded the Scouting Thanks Badge.

John has been instrumental in making a number of improvements complete successfully. His continued sterling efforts to maintain the building and grounds have been of significant benefit and help to all users.

Many Thanks John – much appreciated.

As Christmas approaches, you might be interested in a lovely new book called “Beaver Scout Oddie” that The Scout Association is offering on the Amazon site – as well as a series of ever popular favourites for Scouters both young and old!

Voluntary Care Group Christmas concert – Once again, the Scouts will be assisting the Hampton and Hampton Hill VCG with their community carol service at St James Church on Wednesday 12th December from approximately 6 – 8.30pm. We’ll be taking the collection, serving refreshments (including mince pies) and as usual attendance will go towards your Community Challenge badge service requirement.

All the above will qualify you to receive an invitation to our final evening’s skating at Hampton Court Ice Rink on Friday 14th December.

Please Note that the Richmond Upon Thames Scout District Carol Concert and Sing Song at Marble Hill Park on Sat 8 Dec has been cancelled.

December issue of Focus -the Greater London South West County newsletter.

Messages from the County Commissioner and a summing up of a successful year.

Focus can also be read online at:

http://www.glswscouts.org.uk/newsletters/focus-2007-12

or printed from the PDF version (344KBytes) at:

http://www.glswscouts.org.uk/newsletters/pdf/focus-2007-12.pdf

Hello All

As we draw closer to Christmas and the end of 2007 it is time to reflect on a very busy, enjoyable and successful year. A glance back at previous posts will show that the Group has had a fantastic year celebrating the Centenary of Scouting.

I would like to take this chance to say a Very BIG Thank-You to all those involved in making Scouting a real success and such an enjoyable experience at 3rd Hampton Hill. It has been a truly memorable year.

I would like to wish all members of 3rd Hampton Hill a wonderful Christmas. Celebrate, have fun and enjoy the Festive Season. Wishing you all a prosperous, happy and peaceful New Year.

If you are still looking for inspiration for Christmas Presents why not use the LINK and Search Page to AMAZON and earn some money for The Group in the process!

I look forward to seeing you all when we return in the New Year.

And, don’t forget that in 2008 The Group will be Celebrating it’s 60th Year!

Kindest regards and very best wishes

Rich M
Group Scout Leader

As ever the annual Hampton Hill Christmas Parade was a major hit … despite the awful weather!

“Marc really enjoyed the parade, despite the weather. He must have weighed 4lbs more when he came home, in his drenched sweatshirt.

Not one layer under the sweatshirt was wet, owing to his waterproof jacket under the uniform sweatshirt. He was on such a high when he got home.”

Mark’s Mum

We have all been invited to the Richmond Upon Thames Scout District Carol Service. Every Group and all Sections are invited.

** UPDATE 8 DEC 2007 – The carol service has unfortunately had to be been cancelled **

This is a district organised event where we’ll be joining with all other Richmond Beavers, Cubs and Scouts, so please can we encourage everyone to come along to witness the switching on of the tree lights, have a jolly good sing song and partake of some seasonal refreshments.

Gates open at 6:30pm and we will congregate in front of the White house for a 7:00pm start. The communal singing will finish around 8:00pm, at which point refreshments will be available.

As coats will need to be worn there is no need to wear full uniform, however, uniformed members should wear their Scarves. Everyone is welcome, parents especially so but need to stand back and let the youngsters and Leaders stand together.

When… Saturday 8th December
Where… Marble Hill Park, outside the White House
Times… Assemble from 6.30pm for a 7pm start and a 8pm finish
Who… All beavers, cubs, scouts, explorers and their parents and friends
Uniform… Not necessary, but group scarf should be visible.

Please do all try and meet up.

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This last Sunday saw 3HH join the congregation at St James’s Church in Hampton Hill for the annual Christingle celebration. It was a wonderful service taken by the newly appointed vicar.

Everyone had a great time and it certainly helped us reflect upon the real meaning of Chiristmas before we all get overtaken by events.

An introductionary walk was held for the new Bronze and Silver groups to give them a taste of what it is like to navigate with a map, carry some kit on your back and make a meal when they arrived back at the hall.

The expedition started from Wimbledon Station, across Wimbledon Common, through Richmond Park and then back to Hampton Hill. The Silver team also put in an extra loop around the the Petersham and Ham water meadows.

Overall the Bronze team covered about 14 kms with the Silvers managing 17 kms. It was an excellent event and really helped to make much of what has been discussed in the ‘classroom’ a little more real.

You can click on the photo above to see more of the album.

Oh and if anyone does find the lost compass, we’ve love to get it back again!