Beaver Scouts from all corners of Surrey descended on Cranleigh Showground on Saturday 13th June for the tri-annual County Beaver Scout Funday.
This year’s theme was ‘The Circus’ and on arrival, the young people aged between six and eight and their volunteer Leaders were greeted by Clowns and a Jazz band to welcome them to the ‘Show’.
With more than 100 activities being provided for the children, including climbing towers, a caving experience, an astrodome and a full-sized circus big top and international circus stars who provided four performances throughout the day, and with more than 700 adult Leaders, all ages challenged themselves to have their biggest Scouting adventure yet.
James, a Beaver Scout from Horley said: “This is the best day of my life, it’s better than Disneyland.”
Jessica, a Beaver Scout from Guildford said: “It was great! For the first time, I have tried climbing, quad biking and facing my fears on the High Ropes. My friends at home were all playing on their computers and think I am mad. But really it’s great fun and a real laugh. Doing this makes me feel so alive it’s not true.”
Surrey’s Assistant County Commissioner for Beaver Scouts, Sharon Andrews, who headed up the organising committee said: “Adventure is at the core of Scouting, and we passionately believe in getting young people outdoors doing adventurous activities. “I’m so proud of all our volunteers who, without them, days like this would not happen. The young people have had such a great time.”
Kate, a Beaver Scout Leader from Bagshot said: “I feel absolutely shattered and am back to -work on Monday….but I would not have missed this weekend for the world.
Trying out all these activities with the Beaver Scouts was great. Doing this stuff really keeps me young and fit.”
Further information, reports and pictures from the event can be found at the Bazzaz Microsite.