Back from the JamboreeTwo scouts and one leader from Sheringham have just returned from an experience of a lifetime at the Centenary World Scout Jamboree at Hylands Park, Essex. Jacob Rix and Alex Redding were selected to be part of the Norfolk Scout contingent and raised £1,000 each to attend. Part of the money also helped other youngsters from the third world to attend. With 40,000 other participants, from more than 200 countries, it was the largest event of its kind ever held. There were activity zones both on and off site. These included gliding, paracending, scuba diving, sailing and canoeing, high wire, challenge valley assault course, experiencing different cultures and beliefs and tasting foods from around the world. There were bases dealing with global issues, and days out doing projects in the community. There was different entertainment every night, from a pop concert with Lamar to a carnival and fancy dress. On 1st August participants joined every scout across the globe in a Sunrise ceremony renewing their scout promise at 8am local time. With 28 million members the movement got world wide coverage. John Paine, Group Scout Leader was a member of the organising team and directly responsible for the 50,000 day visitors to the event, together with looking after special guests which included heads of state and ambassadors from several of the participating countries. At the opening reception John explained to Prince William who attend the event, how up to 10,000 Visitors each morning were checked in at North Weald Airfield and then bused to the site whilst 10,000 participants were taken off site to activities. Sheringham has a new Beaver LeaderCliff Head has joined the Scout Group as the Leader of the new second Beaver Colony, which will meet at the Group HQ on Friday evenings. Cliff, a Chief Scout Award holder and former scout from Aylsham is no stranger to the Beavers as he has been a Helper in the Tuesday Colony since his son joined. Girls and boys can join any of the sections. Those interested should contact the Membership Secretary, Jayne Burghall 01263-825644 Celebrate Organic and Local Foods on World Food DayTuesday 16 October at 7.30pm at Hoveton Community Centre. The main speaker will be Andrew Rising. There will be the opportunity to taste some local apple juice, learn about and join a local box scheme and buy local and organic foods. There will also be information about outlets for organic foods in different parts of North Norfolk. The Environment Forum used to hold their public meetings at North Norfolk District Council Offices, but now have decided to move round the district, holding meetings in different venues each time. For more information ring Alicia on 01263 761471. Friends of EA Air Ambulance17 Aug Norah Allen 24 Aug Brian Harvey Pop in and see Ineke at the Little Theatre11.30 - 2 (Mondays only) for a coffee and a chat. Don't forget, if you want to let us have some information or enter our competitions, Julie has kindly allowed us to have a box, permanently in the coffee shop, please drop them in to: Julies Coffee & Snack Bar, The Courtyard The DEADLINE for ISSUE 80Articles, Competition Answers and Advertising is: @ Sheringham is owned and published by At Sheringham and printed by Chevertons of Cromer. The views expressed are not necessarily those of the Printers, Publishers or Editorial Staff. Editor: M Clarke. Owner: M Clarke & RL Regis |
@ Sheringham Community Paper - Issue 79 - 28th September 2007
