Ready Steady Bake! 23rd May 2022 (updated 23rd May 2022) | By Sean Edwards This evening, our Explorers battled out to be crowned as master bakers! Tasked with baking 12 jubilee cupcakes, the teams all took very different approaches. Much food colouring and many decorations were used with some of the results being described as “eggy” or ”solid”. Well done to the winning team who’s cupcakes would rival Betty Crockers!
First Aid Training 21st March 2022 (updated 21st March 2022) | By Sean Edwards This evening, the explorers practised their first aid skills. We looked at CPR, Recovery Position, Broken Bones, Choking and General First Aid Processes. This is to prepare them for a summer of D of E expeditions! Thanks to Elaine who came and lead the session. A few photos are below.
Badminton 14th March 2022 (updated 14th March 2022) | By Sean Edwards This evening the Explorers played Badminton at Oriel High School. We played several games including round robin, keep the shuttlecock off the floor and some competitive matches. Well done to Franklin and Avighna for winning tonight even beating the leaders!
Edible Pioneering and Games 7th March 2022 (updated 7th March 2022) | By Sean Edwards This evening the Explorers had to complete various challenges including building an origami paper boat which would float for the longest time and a free standing tower from Spaghetti, Marshmellow and Strawberry Laces. Various styles were adopted but all of the teams were successful in building a tower which at least was worthy of measurement. We also played a few games including jump rope and a chair switching game.
Ready Steady Cook 14th February 2022 (updated 14th February 2022) | By Sean Edwards This evening the Explorers took part in a ready steady cooking competition. Tasked with making two different dishes, the teams battled it out over the evening to make a creamy pancake and leek parcel as well orange caramel pancakes. The results were varied however there was one clear team that came out on top! Next week we don’t have a formal meeting but our D of E Silver groups will meet for some additional prep.
Hunted… 7th February 2022 (updated 7th February 2022) | By Sean Edwards From 19.40 on 7th Feb the Explorers became fugitives. Their goal was to return to 4th Worth HQ at 21.20 precisely where they will be rescued by benevolent forces (also known as their parents) after a debriefing. A handful of them used guile and cunning to avoid the hunter forces who roamed Crawley. They were considered captured if a hunter team was able to gain a clearly identifiable photograph of one of the team whilst on the run. Many fell to this fate!!! A few of our photo captures are below.
Mental Health Awareness Evening – Time to Talk 31st January 2022 (updated 31st January 2022) | By Sean Edwards This evening the Explorers had a guest speaker from West Sussex Council to discuss mental health awareness and ways to wellness. This was timed to coincide with time to talk day. During the evening, we covered several different topics including some general facts and knowledge, key terms (including anxiety and depression), mental health triggers, ways to improve mental health and wellbeing before applying their knowledge to some youth case studies. The Explorers were engaged throughout and showed real maturity in discussing a subject which is sensitive to many. We finished with a few games to help everyone decompress and relax after a very informative evening!
Crossbows / D of E / Investitures 17th January 2022 (updated 17th January 2022) | By Sean Edwards Tonight we had a busy night at Shackleton! 10 of our Explorers split into 2 groups to plan their upcoming D of E Silver Expeditions. Much cake was consumed in the process!!! The other unit members were able to partake in Crossbow shooting with some of the unit scoring full marks (40/40). At the end of the night we also invested 4 new members into the unit to learn #skillsforlife. A big thanks to Allen for leading the crossbows and to the other unit leaders for supporting D of E planning. Next week our Bronze teams will be planning their expeditions. If your interested in joining, we have a few spaces remaining for new members this year so get in touch today!
Jan 2022 to April 2022 Programme 6th January 2022 (updated 6th January 2022) | By Sean Edwards Happy New Year! A new term means a new programme which we are pleased to share below. All meetings are subject to change based on COVID restrictions but these will be emailed out as needed. If your interested in joining us, please get in touch! DateActivityLocationOther Details03/01/2022No MeetingN/AN/A10/01/2022Trading Post4th WorthUniform17/01/2022Crossbows / D of E Routes4th WorthUniform & Warm Clothing23/01/2022Crossbows / D of E Routes4th WorthUniform & Warm Clothing31/01/2022Mental Health Awareness4th WorthGuest Facilitator – Uniform07/02/2022HuntedTBCOutdoor Camo Clothing14/02/2022Pancake Day4th WorthNon-Uniform / Scarves21/02/2022Half Term – No MeetingN/AN/A28/02/2022Expedition Kit / Games4th WorthBring your expedition kit if doing D of E / Uniform07/03/2022Expedition First Aid4th WorthPractical clothing for outdoors14/03/2022Badminton / TennisTBCSportswear21/03/2022Expedition Tent Pitching / Camp Stoves4th WorthNon-Uniform / Scarves28/03/2022Police Visit4th WorthGuest Facilitator – Uniform04/04/2022Easter Egg Hunt / GamesStanfordNon-Uniform / Scarves Shackleton-Programme-Jan-April-2022Download
Christmas Bowling Party 14th December 2021 (updated 14th December 2021) | By Sean Edwards On Monday 13th Dec, we celebrated our last meeting of term with a Christmas Bowling Competition. Taking over several lanes, and many gutter balls later, everyone had lots of fun. We made a quick departure though at the end as one of the lanes had broken down which meant the staff had to start taking up the floor with electric screwdrivers!!! We hope you all have a wonderful Christmas break and come back refreshed in 2022. If your interested in joining us in 2022, do get in touch.
