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Reynella Scout Group

Weekly Update
This weeks update includes;
  • Ongoing Property Improvements
  • REVIEW: Scout Group Family Camp
  • REVIEW: Roonka Scout Camp
  • Scouts SA now accepts Sports Vouchers!
  • ANZAC Commemorative Activities in 2024
  • Term Fees
  • Kaidan B's Grey Wolf Presentation
  • AJ2025 Fundraising Raffle
  • Community Directory
  • Section Updates
  • Diary Dates
If you have any questions about the Scout Group please reach out to myself (details below) our your Section Leaders.

Yours in Scouting,

Kathryn Affleck
Group Leader

Mb: 0413 448 056
Em: gl.reynella@sa.scouts.com.au 

PS - Did you know the bottom of these weekly emails includes a list of diary dates? We encourage families to put these in their diary. We are already starting to populate the diary dates for Term Two.
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Click Here To: View the “Group Plan (2023 to 2025)”
Ongoing Property Improvements

So far in 2024 the Scout Group delivered two property improvements. Both improvements have been realized free of charge to the Scout Group:
  • Carpark Releveling and Surfacing
  • Cement between Scout Hall and Nerx Den
Carpark Releveling and Surfacing:

Over February the carpark was re levelled and re surfaced. The new and improved carpark is now open for business!

This project was initiated and fully funded by the City of Onkaparinga with the goal of creating more public parking in Old Reynella.

The improved carpark is reserved for Scouting families only during our weekly meetings. Signage to advise the community of this will be installed shortly.
Cement between Scout Hall and Nerx Den:

When the Nerx Den was installed in 2022 the project budget did not have sufficient funds to surface between the Scout Hall and the Nerx Den. This re surfacing was de prioritized in 2023 with the other improvements happening around the property.

Recently the Scout Group was approached by the Civil Contractors Federation and their SA Women in Civil Pre-Employment Program. As part of their practical training program they concreted the space between the Nerx Den and the Scout Hall.

The Scout Group was honored to be involved in providing educational and employment opportunities to women in the civil construction industry.
REVIEW:
Friday 15th, Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th March
Reynella Scout Group Family Camp

Last weekend (Friday 15th, Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th March) was the Scout Group's annual Family Camp. This great activity was held at Woodhouse Adventure Park with families arriving Friday or Saturday.
 
Over the weekend families; slid on the tube slides, conquered Challenge Hill, went looking for possums on a night walk, had a blast at laser tag, tried frisbee golf AND made new friends. What a great weekend!
REVIEW:
Friday 8th to Monday 11th March
Roonka Scout Camp

The Scout Unit spent the March Long Weekend camping at Roonka River Adventure Park at Blanchetown.
Youth Member Review from Urja (Scout):

On my recent four-day, three-night camp adventure was absolutely unforgettable, filled with laughter, excitement, and new experiences. The first night at Galwer, my tent mates and I opened the back of our tent to sleep under the breathtaking starlit sky. The next day we drove to Roonka while singing our favourite car ride songs. Despite the scorching heat in Roonka, we didn't let it dampen our spirits. We played games, splashed around in the water, and bonded like never before. Each day brought something new, whether it was fishing, kayaking, or even participating in mock emergency situations, which I found fascinating given my dream of becoming a doctor. And the last night watching Wish a movie I have been dying to watch – it was the perfect end to the day. As we packed up and headed home, after our incredible four days and three nights together, we stopped on the way to get some delicious ice cream, reflecting on the unforgettable adventures and friendships we'd made along the way.
Scouts SA Now Accepts Sports Vouchers!

What is the Sports Vouchers Program? It is an SA Government initiative that helps families cover the costs of their children's sports and recreation activities. All children living in South Australia, from Reception to Year 9, are eligible for a Sports Voucher each calendar year.

The Sports Voucher Program contributes $100 to the Branch Membership Fee (in the Reynella Scout Group the Branch Membership Fee is included in the Term Fee payment).

Scouts SA hopes that the Sports Voucher Program makes Scouting more accessible and affordable for everyone.  Apply today via the online portal!

When the use of your Sports Voucher is approved your will be notified by Scouts SA Head Office via email. The Scout Group will then split the discount throughout your remaining term fee invoices for the calendar year.
Click Here To: Read More About "Sports Voucher Redemption"
Click Here To: Apply To Use Your Sports Voucher Through Scouting
ANZAC Commemorative Activities in 2024

ANZAC Day is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that broadly commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations.

Participating in ANZAC commemoration activities can be used towards the 2024 "Their Service Our Heritage" Additional Award Badge for youth members. 
 
Wednesday 24th April:
ANZAC Eve Commemoration
 
The Reynella Scout Group will be holding an all Section (Joey, Cub and Scout) activity at the Reynella Scout Hall on ANZAC Eve. These activities will be designed to teach youth members about the significance of ANZAC Day.
 
Activity Timing:
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Wednesday 24th April
(During the School Holidays)
Youth members are not required to stay for the whole 3 hours. Youth members are able to be picked up at the time which best suits them and their family.
 
Drop Off / Pick Up:
Reynella Scout Hall
Market Street, OLD REYNELLA
 
Permissions:
Completed Permission Form online through Operoo.
**Intended pick up time to be indicated in the Permission Form.**
 
Payment:
None required. 
 
Please Wear / Bring:
- Joey/Cub/Scout Shirt and Neckie
- Torch
- Jumper/Beanie
 
Parent/Caregiver Assistance:
- Parents/Caregivers who would like to stay to assist with activities are able to do so. Please advise your child’s Section Leader in advance however.
- Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate siblings in the ANZAC Eve Commemoration activity.
 
ANZAC Youth Vigil in the South:
Scouts 13.5 years and older will also be invited to attend the ANZAC Youth Vigil in the South (held at Morphett Vale). More information about the Vigil will be distributed when available. Due to the timing of these activities Scouts will not be able to attend both activities – they will be required to pick one.
Thursday 25th April:
ANZAC Day Dawn Service
 
There are many options to participate in an ANZAC Day Dawn Service in 2024.  
 
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Morphett Vale RSL Dawn Service 
To Join Us: Meet at 5:45 am – Corner of Orana Drive and Flaxmill Road, MORPHETT VALE  
 
The Reynella Scout Group will be attending this Dawn Service as a group. We would be delighted to have many of our Joeys, Cubs, Scouts and families join us. We will meet and then walk up to the Dawn Service (being held at City of Onkaparinga Memorial Gardens, Corner of Main South Road and Flaxmill Road, MORPHETT VALE) together. 
 
The Dawn Service starts at 6:00 and will go for ~30 minutes. Afterwards attendees will lay the wreaths the Scout Group has made. 
 
Parents/Caregivers are required to stay with youth members during the Dawn Service and whilst wreaths are laid afterwards. Leaders will not be supervising youth members. 
 
Several streets will be blocked off in the area surrounding City of Onkaparinga Memorial Gardens for the Dawn Service. Please allow for this in your travel time. 
 
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Another Dawn Service 
  • 5:30 am – Port Noarlunga Christies Beach RSL Club, Esplanade, PORT NOARLUNGA 
  • 6:30 am – Blackwood War Memorial, Coromandel Parade, BLACKWOOD 
  • There are many ANZAC Day Dawn Services being held across the Country (and internationally). 
 
If you wish to attend another Dawn Service please attend with your family. Any Dawn Service can be counted towards your “Their Service Our Heritage” Additional Award Badge. 
 
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Driveway Dawn Parade 
6:00 am – Your Own Driveway 
 
Commemorate ANZAC Day by holding a Dawn Service in your driveway. Stand at the end of your driveway at 6:00 am on 25th April with a candle and observe a minutes silence. Several radio broadcasts can be used to add more content to your Driveway Dawn Parade. 
Term Fee Consultation

The Reynella Scout Group Term Fee covers the ongoing facilitation of Scouting within the Scout Group. We believe the Reynella Scout Group offers value for money.

In 2023 the Reynella Scout Group Term Fee was $105. However, to keep up with our increasing expenses, our term fees must increase in 2024.

We will consult with families on this increase; with member families asked to vote on a preferred fee structure moving forward. A new Term Fee will be set (from Term Two onwards) as a result of this consultation.

OPTION ONE: Increased Term Fees
Term Fee: $115
Annual Fundraising Levy: $40
In this fee structure, families would be asked to assist at a fundraising activity annually or pay the Fundraising Levy.

OPTION TWO: Increased Fundraising / Group Support
Term Fee: $105
Term Assistance Levy: $40
In this fee structure, families would be asked to assist the Scout Group in some way each term or pay the assistance levy.

More information is available in the attachments below.
Click Here To: Read More About "What Do The Term Fees Include?"
Click Here To: Read More About "Term Fee Consultation"
Click Here To: Complete "Term Fee Consultation" Survey
AJ2025 Fundraising Raffle

Thank you to the families that supported our Australian Jamboree 2025 (AJ2025) Fundraising Raffle. This raffle was coordinated by families attending this event.

The winners prize was drawn this week and all winners contacted.

Stay tuned for more AJ2025 Fundraising activities in 2024!
Community Directory

In support of our Scouting community, the Reynella Scout Group has compiled a Community Directory. This directory lists business that are linked to or have supported the Scout Group. Check out the Community Directory via the link below.

If you have a business you would like to list on the Community Directory you can find the link to do so at the bottom of the Community Directory webpage.
Click Here To: View Our "Community Directory"
Section Updates
Youth Achievements:

Check out Terrain to see your child’s progression against their badgework goals. Or reach out to a Leader for more information.
Click Here To Visit: Scouts | Terrain
Joey Scout Section:
6:00 to 7:30 pm Wednesdays

Next week is our "Party Food" weekly activity. Join us to make some yummy snacks for next week's disco.
Click Here To Join: Private Facebook Group for Joey Scout Section
Cub Scout Section:
6:00 to 7:30 pm Mondays

Next week is "Orienteering" weekly activity. The Cub Scouts will be learning to use a map and compass to navigate through unfamiliar terrain. Due to the public holiday, this activity will be held on the Tuesday evening (6:30 to 8:00 pm). This activity will be held at Tangari Regional Park (drop off / pick up from the carpark on Pine Road, WOODCROFT). A completed permission form (online via Operoo) is required to participate in this activity.

Due to the Easter Monday Public Holiday there will be no meeting on the Monday evening. Instead we will be joining with the Tuesday Cub Scouts on the Tuesday evening.
Cub Scout Section:
6:30 to 8:00 pm Tuesdays

This week was our "Knot Passport" weekly activity. Margot said, " I liked how it was challenging but fun. And I liked the gummy worms! I found the bowline challenging. Next time I would like to do some sort of fun challenge with all the knots we learnt."

Next week is our "Orienteering" weekly activity. The Cub Scouts will be learning to use a map and compass to navigate through unfamiliar terrain. This activity will be held at Tangari Regional Park (drop off / pick up from the carpark on Pine Road, WOODCROFT). A completed permission form (online via Operoo) is required to participate in this activity.
Click Here To Join: Private Facebook Group for Cub Scout Section
Scout Section:
7:00 to 9:00 pm Thursdays

This week was our "World Cuisines" weekly activity. Molly said, "I learnt how to cook. I found some of the cooking skills challenging."

Next week is our "Art Attack" weekly activity. Try your hand at creating art with different art mediums including plaster and oil pastels. Please wear old clothes.
Click Here To Join: Private Facebook Group for Scout Section
Diary Dates

Wednesday 24th April 2024
ANZAC Eve Commemoration
@ Reynella Scout Group
For Joeys, Cubs, Scouts

Thursday 25th April 2024
ANZAC Dawn Service
@ Dawn Service Near You
For Families

Saturday 11th May 2024
TrailJam
@ Belair National Park
For Families

Friday 24th to Sunday 26th May 2024
Scout Survival Camp
@ TBD
For Scouts

Sunday 26th May 2024
Bunnings BBQ Fundraiser
@ Bunnings Reynella
For Parents

Friday 21st to 23rd June 2024
Cub Scout Camp
@ TBD
For Cubs

Saturday 22nd to Sunday 23rd June 2024
Joey Scout Camp
@ TBD
For Joeys

6th to 15th January 2025
26th Australian Jamboree 2025 (AJ2025)
@ Maryborough, Queensland
For Scouts
 
Click Here To View: Outdoor Adventure Opportunities
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