Chief Scout Awards

On June 18, 2013, 5th Fredericton held a special meeting to invest four new members in the Troop and one new leader. Welcome to Scouter Ayten and Scouts Camelle, Tata, Jake and Daniel.

During this meeting, Pathfinder Scouts Jonathan and Eleanor also received their Chief Scout Badges.  This is the highest level award that can be earned at the Scout Level.

His Honour Graydon Nicholas, Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick and Honorary Patron of Scouting in New Brunswick joined us to make a special presentation of the Chief Scout Badges to Jonathan and Eleanor. Our most sincere thanks to His Honour for this presentation.

Sincere thanks as well to the Ladies at St. Andrews for putting together refreshments following the presentations.

Congratulations to Jonathan and Eleanor. The Chief Scout Award takes a lot of hard work and dedication, great work you two!

Scouter Ken

Here are some photos.

Here is a link to our photo gallery. I'll be adding many more photos in the near future.

Scouter Ken

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June 2, 2013

Sorry for the very late update. 5th Fredericton Scouts and Venturers had a great flatwater weekend at Spednic Lake from May 31 to June 2, 2013. Thanks to Scouter John for joining us.

On Friday, May 31 we were on the water by about 7:00 PM and spent the night at Big Island.

On Saturday mornign we were up bright and early. After breakfast we repacked our gear and headed out for Upper Palfrey. We arrived at our campsite late in the afternoon. After getting out tents set up, we did some more paddling and some fishing. Almost everyone caught at least one bass. Sorry Scouter Ken :)

Here are a few pictures, more to come.

Scouter Ken and Scouter Ayten

March 30 Camp

On March 30, 5 Scouts and 3 leaders headed off to Scouter Ken's camp for the night. We had to carry our gear for about 1.6 KM. After arriving, we built our shelters for night. Only one of us had to head inside during the night, we won't mention names, but his initials are Joseph :).After a dinner of KD and tube steaks (hotdogs) we went for a short night hike to try our luck at calling bard owls. We did have a couple of coyotes answer our calls.

On Saturday morning we packed our gear to head back out to meet our drives. On the way, Scouter Ian covered most of the information for our Forestry badges. We learned about different types of trees and their uses. We also learned about the Spruce Budworm and saw a Ruffed Grouse on the way.

Getting our gear packed on the way in:













Good spot for a nap



























Some of our shelters for the night. A great night to sleep under the stars.

Christmas Wreath Fundraiser at Red-Robin Christmas Trees

Our Scouts were busy last week selling Christmas Wreaths by order, and at Red-Robin Christmas Trees.

Selling wreaths at Red-Robin Christmas Trees. Photo credit: Ian Manning

Thanks to Gerry Redmond of Red-Robin Christmas Trees (and maple syrup) for allowing us to sell at the farm during their popular annual Newfoundland dog event. The dogs were great at hauling trees and kids around, and were extremely well behaved.

Gerry and his staff were very friendly and accommodating, and offer a fun family-oriented Christmas Tree U-cut. Find them at 383 Route 616 (Keswick Ridge Road), or call at 506-470-5121.

Thanks to Ian Manning for snapping this photo of our efforts. Good luck on the MCFT Student Council fundraiser!

We still have wreaths for sale, but they will likely be gone by tomorrow. Talk to one of our members if you would like to buy one.

Daily Gleaner Article on Trail Reopening

Hello Everyone:

Here is a link to the Daily Gleaner article on our grand re-opening on Saturday.

http://dailygleaner.canadaeast.com/cityregion/article/1450206

Ken

Corbett Brook Trail - Reopening

We had our grand re-opening of our section of the Corbett Brook Trail this morning. It was well attended by our Scouts, Cubs and Rovers, parents of 5th Fredericton, Fredericton Mayor Brad Woodside, New Brunswick Council Commissioner Peter Kent, and a representative from the Fredericton Trails Coalition.

Corbett Brook Trail - Invitation to Reopening

As part of the rejuvenation the Corbett Brook Trail, the 5^th Fredericton Scout Group will be officially reopening a section of the trail at 10:00am, October 22, 2011, with Mayor Brad Woodside performing the ribbon cutting ceremony.

Corbett Brook Trail Work

Today the 5th Fredericton Scouts, Venturers and Rovers maintained the Corbett Brook Trail by trimming brush and by removing trash. We had a lot of fun and explored the trail.

Reindeer Camp 10-11th December

Greetings All


the Reindeer camp starts friday with a  Drop off  at 7pm (No earlier-please).  Directions to the camp are Here. Pick up will be on Saturday for Beavers & Cubs at 8pm.  Scouts will be picked up on Sunday at noon.

WE invite parents to join us at 6:30pm on Saturday evening for clean up and campfire Activities 


Following is a Kit list for all youth

• Foam/ self inflatin mattress
• Mitten/gloves
• Sleeping bag 
• 2 Warm hats (sleeping/play)
• Pillow 
• Campfire blanket
• Pj’s 
• complete change of clothing:
• Toothbrush 
• socks (wool)
• Toothpaste 
• underwear
• Washcloth 
• warm pants
• Towel 
• fleece shirt
• Soap
• Fall/rain/winter jacket(check the weather)
• Rubber/winter boots
• Rain pants/Snow pants depending on weather forecast
• Sneakers for indoor use.
• Flashlight and extra batteries 
• Water bottle
• Cub/Scout book
• compass if you have one.
• Dishes (Plate, Mug, Knife, fork, Spoon)

Mapping out Corbett Brook Nature Trail

Our Scout Group recently applied for an environmental grant from Loblaw to clean up the Corbett Brook Nature Trail. On December 4, 2010, we had an afternoon of mapping the trail to get a feel for how much work would have to be done. Thomas, Scouter Ken and Scouter Lars were in attendance.

Christmas Parade Information

Hello Parents,

Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers will be taking part in the Santa Parade on Saturday, November 27th. We will be hiking.
Please sign up with your section leader before hand to let us know if you are planning on attending.

Youth are asked to dress in warm winter coats, snow pants, mittens, hat, campfire blankets, and bring their walking sticks.
Comfortable walking footwear is a must. Festive hats are great if they cover your ears!
You may bring your night vision, (red light) head gear/flashlight if you wish. We will be singing songs and hiking.
Small hand held musical instruments, are ok to bring if you wish to carry them the whole time.
Sorry, no pets are allowed to participate at scouting events due to safety reasons.

We realize it is a long walk for Beavers, however they are welcome to join for as long as they can.
For Scouts and Cubs, this counts towards badge work, so we do expect you to go the distance. 
It also counts towards your Council Commissioners Outdoor Challenge Award.
Hope to see everyone there. 

Jean Anne Cameron-Loi
Group Commissioner
5th Fredericton
452-2102



More info below:
1.Parade Route: Southside - Parade will form up on the F’ton Exhibition grounds, exit on Saunders, left on Smythe, right on King down to Regent, left at Queen, traveling up Queen past the Royal Canadian Legion to Point Saint Anne Drive, finishing back at the exhibition grounds where the parade will disembark.

2.Arrival Time: 4:15-4:30 p.m.at the Exhibition grounds.

3.Parade Start Time: Sharp 5:00 p.m.

4.Placement: Numbers will be assigned prior to parade day and each entry will be contacted as to when to arrive. Check your email for our "Number" so you will have an idea where to meet us at the Exhibition grounds or call 292-2102 when you arrive on site.