Well the weather stayed dry. Had fun dipping the special pond. And of course we washed ou hands carefully. The sinks are eco-friendly as they drain into a reed bed. The flamingoes weren’t too stinky yet. The otters were cute but too fast to get a...
We visited Washington Community Fire Station this week to complete the final part of our Friendship Challenge badge which we have been steadily working towards. Andrew , the Fire Station Watch Manager, was fantastic at explaining to our Beavers the role of the Fire...
We all enjoyed the Sports Day, despite the wind hehe. Most of our Beavers were able to take part and absolutely everyone remembered their Beaver promise to “Do Their Best” . Robin, Alison and Sharon were extremely proud of all the 1st Washington Beavers!...
The much-promised (and long-awaited) water-fight night arrived tonight!! The British weather was finally with us and after some last-minute texting and 100 water balloons from Leanne (thank you x), we were ready for action. The boys paired up for...
Beavers discussed how the world may appear to them should they lose one of their 5 senses tonight and discussed some of the difficulties a person with disability may face. We set up tables with activities designed to remove one of their senses, touch, sight etc and...
After a bit of a frantic start to get all forms signed and places confirmed (HUGE thanks to Alison who managed this in 4 days!!) We set off for Staindrop to the Beavers Picnic with much excitement, a Banner and numerous requests to eat the packed lunches at 9.40am....
