Kidlington Scout Group will be attending the next County Camp, "One World", which is being organised by Oxfordshire Scouts. It will be an activity packed weekend with the chance to meet other members of our organisation from around Oxfordshire. You can read more about the camp, including programme information, on the One World website.
Venue and times Location: Thame Show Ground, Kingsey Road, Thame, OX9 3JL Cubs, Scouts and Explorers Start: Friday 5 July, from 7.30pm Finish: Sunday 7 July, 4pm Beavers (camping) Start: Saturday 6 July, 8.45am Finish: Sunday 7 July, 4pm Beavers (Saturday day visit) Start: Saturday 6 July, 8.45am Finish: Saturday 6 July, 7pm |
Detailed information
Arrival & Departure Times
- Friday night arrivals (Cubs, Scouts, Explorers): 7.30pm
- Saturday morning arrivals (Beavers): 8.45am
- Saturday evening departures (Saturday Beavers): 7pm
- Sunday afternoon departures (all): 4pm
The site will be very busy with other groups arriving at the same time: please car share as far as possible. When you arrive look out for someone wearing a Group scarf who will be able to direct you to our camping area (this will be away from the parking area, so make sure that kit is packed as compactly as possible). Please arrive as close to the time specified above as possible: do not arrive before as there won’t be anyone available to meet you. We will ask an adult to sign in every young person as they are dropped off, so please ensure that you do this when you arrive.
The Sunday afternoon is likely to be fairly chaotic, with several thousand young people being collected at the same time. Please come and find us when you are able to park and just remain patient when trying to leave the site: anticipate that the process could take some time! For Beavers being collected on Saturday evening, please park and walk over to our campsite to pick up your Beaver. We will ask an adult to sign out every young person before the leave, so please ensure that you do this when picking up.
We would welcome any parent assistance back at the Scout Centre to help unload vehicles and to return camping equipment back to into the stores (or hang tents out to dry).
Contacting us during the camp
Leader contact details in case of emergencies are as follows:
- Andrew Innes (Camp Leader): 07889 047194
- Liz Collinson (Beavers): 07766 250904
- Claire Wheeler (Mowgli Cub Scouts): 07946 872867
- Rebecca Thomas (Jacala Cub Scouts): 07717 693724
- James Palmer (Land Scouts): 07813 268992
- David Eyles (Sea Scouts): 07881 655277
At least one of these numbers will be available at all times during the camp. Members are requested not to bring mobile phones. Should there be a need to make contact from camp one of the above numbers will be used. No responsibility will be taken for loss or damage if mobile phones are brought to camp.
Activities & Personal Kit
All activities will be run in accordance with Scout Association Rules. No responsibility for personal equipment, clothing and effects can be accepted by 33rd Oxford (Kidlington) Scout Group. Scout Association insurance policy may not provide automatic insurance cover in respect of such items.
Medication
If your child requires medication during the camp hand it to Andrew Innes (Camp Leader) when you arrive on site. Please name all items, include clear dosage instructions and enclose in a suitable container. Please note that we are not allowed to supply any medicines other than those detailed on the health form.
Personal Kit List
Please arrive in full uniform (including caps for the Sea Scouts).
Please label all items clearly with your young person's name! Beavers attending for a day visit only require those items shown in blue - they should wear uniform and bring a single complete change of clothes in a small rucksack.
- CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR
- Full uniform (to be worn to camp)
- Coat hanger (to hang uniform)
- Waterproof jacket & trousers (depending on the weather)
- Warm jacket (ideally fleece)
- Shorts
- Trousers
- T-shirts
- Sweaters
- Underclothes & socks
- Warm pyjamas
- Spare footwear
- Waterproof boots or wellington boots (depending on the weather)
- Woolly hat & gloves (depending on the weather)
- CAMPING EQUIPMENT
- Rucksack/soft bag
- Sleeping bag, pillow and blanket
- Roll mat (no air beds please)
- Torch & spare batteries
- Plate bag containing:
- Non-breakable mug, plates and bowl
- Cutlery set - spoon, fork and knife
- Tea towel
- Waterproof sit mat
- OTHER PERSONAL KIT
- Personal wash kit & towel
- Large plastic bag for dirty laundry
- Sun cream & hat
- Insect repellent
- Drinks bottle 500-750ml
- Cheap watch (if you have one)
- Cuddly friend/mascot
- Spending money for tuck shop (max £10)
We would be grateful if each member could bring a cake (bought or home-made), something that will keep well, sent in an air tight disposable container would be ideal and very much appreciated.
Equipment Notes
- Packing: Please get your young person to pack their own kit: this way they will know where everything is and the leaders will have to spend less time tracking down torches/pyjamas/toothbrushes in the dark!
- Plate bag: A plate bag is an essential item to contain cutlery, plates, tea towel etc preventing them from getting lost and keeping items clean and away from insects etc. Plate bags should have a drawstring and be clearly named.
- Warm clothing: A series of thin layers are warmer than a single thick layer. Air trapped between layers serves as additional insulation. Do not forget your hands and head.
- Torch: Pack your torch so it can be easily accessed. Good practice is to pack batteries separately (or insert in reverse) to prevent being switched on accidentally whilst packed.
- Electronics: Please do not bring any expensive electronic items that may get lost or damaged (eg mobile phone, CD player, MP3 player, Nintendo DS, PSP)
- Snacks in kit: Please do not put any sweets/snacks in bags: they are not allowed to have these in their sleeping quarters (they cause fights, leave mess and can attract insects/rodents). If any such items are found will be confiscated.
- Pocket Knives: Although an essential part of Scout camping kit, on this occasion pocket knives are not required. Please leave them at home.
Ensure all personal belongings are clearly named. Identification on plates, cutlery, mugs, drinks bottle and tea towel will need to be water resistant (engraved or painted where appropriate. Sticky tape, or nail varnish dots are not suitable). These items are always being lost or mixed up during camps due to lack of naming!
