SCOUT NOTES

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 83, Issue 47, 25 February 1939, Page 11

SCOUT NOTES

DO. UNION ACTIVITIES SUCCESSFUL THAMES CAMP Under the leadership of Commissioner F. G. Southon, Thames Valley District, a most successful camp took place at Hokianga, Mercury Bay. It was attended by over 13J scouts, the following troops being represented: Matamata, Te Poi, Putaruru, Te Whaiti, Walton, Morrinsville, Mangateparu, Waitoa, Te Aroha, Paeroa, Turua, Hinuera, Kerepehi, Ngatea. Through the kindness of the authorities the troops were able tu pitch the camp in the Whitianga Hospital grounds—an almost ideal spot *or the purpose. Tauranga Troop Camp The Tauranga and Onepu troops held a tcn-day camp at Whakamarana. Tents were erected along the banks of the Waipapa River. In spite of unpleasant weather and much wind all enjoyed themselves and, from a scouting point of view, the difficult} of camping gave them good practica experience. The camp was in charge of Commissioner Christian, of Tau ranga, and A.S.M. Briggs, of Onepu and all voted it a great success. Metropolitan District Executive fleeting The first meeting of the executive for the year was held at the Rover Den on February 15. Those present were the chairman, Mr. G. N. Boulton, Metropolitan Commissioner Wollams, District Commissioner Chapple, District Scoutmaster Edinger, tii<= secretary (Mr. C. S. Brown), and some 20 members. The chairman welcomed to th< meeting Messrs Robson (Carterton and G. Jones, Scoutmasters, and Mr. A. G. Horsley, LL.M., who has undertaken publicity duties. Mr. Cargill who formerly undertook this worß but who now intends to concentrate on his own troop, was heartily thanked by the executive for his work over the past two years. Proposed Permanent Camping Ground.—A suggestion was brought forward from the Gonville troop that it was desirable in the interests ot the district that a permanent camping place be established. Mr. Bakei and Mr. Wooilams supported the suggestion and after discussion it was resolved that the executive approves of the proposal to obtain the use of a permanent camping ground to be availab - for all troops. Mr. Chapple suggested that a suitable place might be found at Matipo Park and after considerable discussion a sub-committee was set up to investigate the possibility of that or other suggested sites. An interesting and instructive sidelight on the camp which has recently been developed at Christchurch was given by Mr. Thomson. Rover Den. —A letter was received

from the Repertory Theatre asking the association to vacate the den as soon as possible. The Commissioner, outlined’ the position. The Wanganui East Hall was offered by Mr. Cullinane and a resolution of appreciation of the offer was carried, but it was thought advisable to obtain a more central place, particularly for the purpose of executive meetings. A sub-committee was appointed to endeavour to obtain a suitable room centrally situated to serve as a meeting place for the executive and foi storage of rover emblems, etc. Glasgow Eagles—The Commissioner mentioned that it was desired to resuscitate the Glasgow Eagles Troop, and it was hoped that a suitable Scoutmaster could now be found. Sydney J amboree.—Commissioner Wooilams gave a short talk on his experiences at the Sydney Jamboree, dealing particularly with points of interest for the forthcoming New Zealand Jamboree. He stressed the necessity for previous training in camping and scout craft to make such gatherings enjoyable and efficient. A vote oi thanks to the speaker was carried with acclamation. Technical College Hostel Group. — This group will recommence its activities in the first week of March. Further news will be heard from the Scoutmaster after that date. Scout Notes. —Troops are requested to forward all notes for insertion in i this weekly column to Mr. A. G. Hors- ■ ley, LL.M., 110 Ridgway Street, or ' P.O. Box Box 153, Wanganui.