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CLIMATEWATCH LAUNCH

Offical launch of the Climatewatch Trail.Offical launch of the Climatewatch Trail.Offical launch of the Climatewatch Trail.Offical launch of the Climatewatch Trail.

June 2013 Volume 1, Issue 3

At the 1st Waylen Bay AGM held

on Sunday 19th May 2013, the

Mayor of The City of Melville, Cr

Russell Aubrey and the

Councillor for the Applecross—

Mt Pleasant Ward Peter Reidy,

officially opened our

Climatewatch trail.

Cr Russell Aubrey recognised

the work of our Environmental

Leader Flint (Debbie Wardle)

and the work of our Venturers

and supporting Rovers in getting

the Waylen Bay– Heathcote trail

and Geo-caching trail off the

ground. The City of Melville also

contributed with Environmental

officers also working with

research towards the project.

Visit

www.waylenbayscouts.org.au www.waylenbayscouts.org.au www.waylenbayscouts.org.au www.waylenbayscouts.org.au

and follow the link from the ‘Our

Group’ tab to access the trail

and guide sheets—a great way

to spend an afternoon

discovering our local flora and

fauna and a way of recording

important environmental data.

We are quite fortunate at WB in

that we have a dedicated and

enthusiastic Environmental

Activities officer. Flint works

across all groups to educate

and immerse our Scouts with

quality sustainable

environmental activities and

projects. It is quite impossible

to go into full detail of everything

that our Youth have achieved. Our

Joeys and Cubs have been to

‘Storytelling’ using Noongar

Dreamtime stories that highlight

people as ‘Career's of Everything’.

Sedge planting and re-vegetation of

Waylen Bay/Jeff Joseph Reserve—a

joint project by Joeys, Cubs, Scouts

and the Swan River Trust. Thanks

again to the City of Melville for

supplying the sedges and the

Environmental officer who gave our

Scouts a talk about food chains and

the importance of local flora.

We had the opportunity to volunteer

for Dolphin Watch Training. A joint

initiative between the Swan river

Trust, SR Guardians, Curtin Uni and

UWA saw our Venturers, Scouts,

Cubs and Leaders become ‘Citizen

Researchers’. Our younger groups

also had talks about Dolphin ID.

Re-vegetation of the escarpment

around the Scout Hall is an ongoing

initiative. As the Mayor pointed

out—looking at some of the tall

trees on top of the escarpment -we

want to make sure the escarpment

stays where it is!

We received a Coles Junior Land-

care grant. All sections were

involved in either construction or

planting out raised garden beds

and worm farms. Dirt under nails is

not always a bad thing.

1ST Waylen Bay Sea Scouts

1st Waylen Bay Sea Scouts offer sailing over the summer months, camping over the winter period and environmental and

community activities all year round. Boys, Girls and adults are involved in every section of Scouting from the age of 6. Sailing,

power boats, canoeing, raft building and camping are some of the activities undertaken.

WAYLEN BAY WOGGLE

Kozzie (Group Leader Llew Withers) Mayor of the Kozzie (Group Leader Llew Withers) Mayor of the Kozzie (Group Leader Llew Withers) Mayor of the Kozzie (Group Leader Llew Withers) Mayor of the

City of Melville Cr Russell Aubrey, CR Peter Reidy City of Melville Cr Russell Aubrey, CR Peter Reidy City of Melville Cr Russell Aubrey, CR Peter Reidy City of Melville Cr Russell Aubrey, CR Peter Reidy

and Mr Derek Fisherand Mr Derek Fisherand Mr Derek Fisherand Mr Derek Fisher————WBSS Committee Chairman.WBSS Committee Chairman.WBSS Committee Chairman.WBSS Committee Chairman.

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NEW CHUMS, LINKING AND INVESTMENTS

MAJOR AWARDS

Our Joey Leaders are seeing their enthusiasm rub off onto the Joey Youth. Charlotte Robins, Alexander James, Charlotte Robins, Alexander James, Charlotte Robins, Alexander James, Charlotte Robins, Alexander James, Adam Whittome, Ryan Ewington and Adam Whittome, Ryan Ewington and Adam Whittome, Ryan Ewington and Adam Whittome, Ryan Ewington and Charlie Mifsud Charlie Mifsud Charlie Mifsud Charlie Mifsud completed and passed their JOEY PROMISE CHALLENGE JOEY PROMISE CHALLENGE JOEY PROMISE CHALLENGE JOEY PROMISE CHALLENGE BADGEBADGEBADGEBADGE It is the highest award a Joey can achieve , it is a personal option and it is done in the Joeys own time. Well

done Joeys!

AUSTRALIAN SCOUTING MEDALLIONSAUSTRALIAN SCOUTING MEDALLIONSAUSTRALIAN SCOUTING MEDALLIONSAUSTRALIAN SCOUTING MEDALLIONS

David Crothers, Emer Pilgrim, Mary David Crothers, Emer Pilgrim, Mary David Crothers, Emer Pilgrim, Mary David Crothers, Emer Pilgrim, Mary Reale, Emma Black and Spencer Reale, Emma Black and Spencer Reale, Emma Black and Spencer Reale, Emma Black and Spencer Cranston Cranston Cranston Cranston (pictured below) received their ASM’s at the GC Nanga 2012. Tomaz Tomaz Tomaz Tomaz KwiecenKwiecenKwiecenKwiecen----Fisher and Cameron Legge Fisher and Cameron Legge Fisher and Cameron Legge Fisher and Cameron Legge have also been advised that they have qualified for their ASM. These will be presented at a date TBA.

Congratulations!

Leaving Cubs and to Scouts,

Scouts have welcomed Callum Callum Callum Callum

Vulkovich and Mark Tanel. Vulkovich and Mark Tanel. Vulkovich and Mark Tanel. Vulkovich and Mark Tanel. Well

done on your time in Cubs, they are

sorry to see you go but you are ready

to head off to the next level of

adventure.

Scouts also welcome Skye EwingtonSkye EwingtonSkye EwingtonSkye Ewington

as a new chum. Skye’s brother Ryan

has already been a Joey and is now

in Cubs, so she’s been hearing all

the stories. It’s your turn now Skye.

Joeys have welcomed Madison Madison Madison Madison

Robins, Harry Haney, Jamie Robins, Harry Haney, Jamie Robins, Harry Haney, Jamie Robins, Harry Haney, Jamie

Snow, Yasmin Wise Snow, Yasmin Wise Snow, Yasmin Wise Snow, Yasmin Wise and a very

enthusiastic Fergus May Fergus May Fergus May Fergus May to our

MOB. They have taken their

investiture into the Scouting

Way. Congratulations Joeys—

may your parents sharpen their

needles with ALL THE BADGES

you will soon be earning.

The Cubs have welcomed

Charlotte Robins, Alexander Charlotte Robins, Alexander Charlotte Robins, Alexander Charlotte Robins, Alexander

James, Adam Whittome and James, Adam Whittome and James, Adam Whittome and James, Adam Whittome and

Ryan Ewington Ryan Ewington Ryan Ewington Ryan Ewington who have

LINKEDLINKEDLINKEDLINKED

from Joeys to Cubs. It get’s

more exciting from here so hold

into your hat’s/helmets and

ropes kids. There is a big year

of Cub’s coming up.

Leaving Vent’s to head up to

Rovers, we see Andrew Sampson, Andrew Sampson, Andrew Sampson, Andrew Sampson,

Giles Tamlin, Flynn Jagoe and Giles Tamlin, Flynn Jagoe and Giles Tamlin, Flynn Jagoe and Giles Tamlin, Flynn Jagoe and

Daniel Kindness Daniel Kindness Daniel Kindness Daniel Kindness take the next step.

Adventure awaits, they do some

strange stuff those Rovers. Where

is YOUR next meal going to be?!


In news just to hand, the Office of the WA Chief Commissioner Mr Larry Lucas, has written to Kozzie (GL Llew

Withers) to congratulate one of our Venturers in being selected for one of two MAWSON SCHOLORSHIP programs

being run this year. Out of all of WA’s Venturers, a total of nine have been awarded this fully funded, week long

Leadership training course. The October course will be held at an ADF training facility in Adelaide and recognises

prior achievement and experience. Congratulations SPENCER CRANSTON. Well deserved recognition, make the

most of the experience Spencer!

THE WAYLEN BAY WOGGLE

These guys are definitely NOT New Chums. These guys are definitely NOT New Chums. These guys are definitely NOT New Chums. These guys are definitely NOT New Chums.

We just didn’t have room on the Venturers We just didn’t have room on the Venturers We just didn’t have room on the Venturers We just didn’t have room on the Venturers

page to show this one off. Matt Brown, and page to show this one off. Matt Brown, and page to show this one off. Matt Brown, and page to show this one off. Matt Brown, and

Liam Furchow WBSS, His Excellency Mr Liam Furchow WBSS, His Excellency Mr Liam Furchow WBSS, His Excellency Mr Liam Furchow WBSS, His Excellency Mr

Molosiwa Selepeng and Eloise PrinslooMolosiwa Selepeng and Eloise PrinslooMolosiwa Selepeng and Eloise PrinslooMolosiwa Selepeng and Eloise Prinsloo————!st !st !st !st

Warwick Venturers. An evening function at Warwick Venturers. An evening function at Warwick Venturers. An evening function at Warwick Venturers. An evening function at

the Botswana High Commission Canberra. the Botswana High Commission Canberra. the Botswana High Commission Canberra. the Botswana High Commission Canberra.

As you do!As you do!As you do!As you do!

We hear there are some assessments happening We hear there are some assessments happening We hear there are some assessments happening We hear there are some assessments happening

on a couple of GREY WOLF badges. What will the on a couple of GREY WOLF badges. What will the on a couple of GREY WOLF badges. What will the on a couple of GREY WOLF badges. What will the

outcome be….when will results come through? outcome be….when will results come through? outcome be….when will results come through? outcome be….when will results come through?

We’ll make sure we have some shots.We’ll make sure we have some shots.We’ll make sure we have some shots.We’ll make sure we have some shots.

QUEENS SCOUT AWARD for WBSSQUEENS SCOUT AWARD for WBSSQUEENS SCOUT AWARD for WBSSQUEENS SCOUT AWARD for WBSS————

watch this space! The award has been watch this space! The award has been watch this space! The award has been watch this space! The award has been

seen, when will it be given out? Well seen, when will it be given out? Well seen, when will it be given out? Well seen, when will it be given out? Well

done ‘FG’. Full details to follow...done ‘FG’. Full details to follow...done ‘FG’. Full details to follow...done ‘FG’. Full details to follow...

An enthusiastic Madison Robins An enthusiastic Madison Robins An enthusiastic Madison Robins An enthusiastic Madison Robins

taking her investiture into Joey taking her investiture into Joey taking her investiture into Joey taking her investiture into Joey

Scouts. Maddy is very engaged with Scouts. Maddy is very engaged with Scouts. Maddy is very engaged with Scouts. Maddy is very engaged with

her work at Joeysher work at Joeysher work at Joeysher work at Joeys————watch this space watch this space watch this space watch this space

for future achievements.for future achievements.for future achievements.for future achievements.

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A JOEY’s TALE

Our Joeys have come a long way

over the last few terms. A

number of them now have two

Group Camps under their belts—

the first one being held with

great success at Nanga Bush

Camp. Joeys came home

exhausted but it was clear that

the Venturers and Rovers had

left a very positive impression. It

was so pleasing to hear how well

the groups worked together in

such a constructive way.

The Joeys have spent time during

term 4 learning about BP and the

Joey Law and Promise. Paper

Mache pigs came to life over a

series of meetings. (No animals

were harmed in the production of

the pigs).

Geo-caching took place at our

favorite park—Wireless Hill. The

‘Duck43’ caches seem to be the

hardest ones in the district, but

we found them. It would have

been quite a sight for residents

of McCallum Ave seeing (and

hearing) the Joey MOB walking

up there from the Joey/Cub Hall.

A sleep over at the Scout Hall

saw the Joeys doing heaps of

activities and crafts, but also

hearing about Dolphin Watch and

having the opportunity to plant

sedges on the river banks.

More planting has been

undertaken in T1 in the form of

vegetables in our wonderful new

raised garden beds that were built by

the Rovers.

No one got broken during the trip to

Rolloways with the Cubs in the lead

up to Christmas—a very good thing

indeed!

The Joeys also had a sleepover at

Gloucester Park towards the end of

last year to celebrate 21 Years of

Joeys in WA. The theme was—circus.

Well, the first time we’ve seen the

Leaders out of uniform and what

where they wearing? Metallic wigs,

giant clown outfits, a pink tutu and

jungle pants. What a sight. Our

Leaders are the biggest clowns

indeed. Strange there has not been

any photographic evidence come

forward of their outfits?

A campfire was held on The

Esplanade Fremantle with the other

Joeys in Coastal Plains District, the

Applecross RSL ANZAC parade 2013

was observed. This is just the tip of

the iceberg of Joey events and

experiences. Some non-Scouting

parents express surprise that Joeys

go on camp. Especially all the way to

Nanga and Rottnest. Strict adult /

Joey ratios are observed 4:1, parent

helpers with WCC cards assist where

needed. These experiences are just

so valuable an opportunity for young

members to grow and have a real

chance at developing independence—

and a world of fun. Leaders have

reported how quickly the Joeys have

learnt the drill and what is expected.

Well done to our Joey Leaders.


The recent GC2013—Rotto (for the newbies—that’s code for Group Camp) was subsidized by the Committee to the tune of $85 per

head. As GC each year is the main Group activity, and a very valuable one in which each section gets to spend time together, we want to

encourage the attendance of as many as possible. This is a considerable sum, however the Committee are steadfast to support this

main event. Our Treasurer may have had a mild turn in approving the funds (thrifty is a virtue we are known for). When it came to a

committee vote on the level of subsidy, a collective breathe was taken while the Human Calculator worked through the numbers.

Thanks Carol. You do great work to make our finances compliant, we appreciate the time you make for WBSS.

Tijana Slivkoff (rear, left) Audrey Clynk, the eyes of Tijana Slivkoff (rear, left) Audrey Clynk, the eyes of Tijana Slivkoff (rear, left) Audrey Clynk, the eyes of Tijana Slivkoff (rear, left) Audrey Clynk, the eyes of

Maddy Robins peering over Jamie Snow and Evan Maddy Robins peering over Jamie Snow and Evan Maddy Robins peering over Jamie Snow and Evan Maddy Robins peering over Jamie Snow and Evan

RobertsonRobertsonRobertsonRobertson————inspecting Wadjemup Lighthouse Rottnest inspecting Wadjemup Lighthouse Rottnest inspecting Wadjemup Lighthouse Rottnest inspecting Wadjemup Lighthouse Rottnest

Island.Island.Island.Island.


Keeping the tradition alive. Joeys standing tall and Keeping the tradition alive. Joeys standing tall and Keeping the tradition alive. Joeys standing tall and Keeping the tradition alive. Joeys standing tall and

learning about our nations service history by being learning about our nations service history by being learning about our nations service history by being learning about our nations service history by being

involved in the Applecross RSL ANZAC ceremony 2013. involved in the Applecross RSL ANZAC ceremony 2013. involved in the Applecross RSL ANZAC ceremony 2013. involved in the Applecross RSL ANZAC ceremony 2013.

JoeyJoeyJoeyJoey————Jasmin Wise at the rear. Rosemary Jasmin Wise at the rear. Rosemary Jasmin Wise at the rear. Rosemary Jasmin Wise at the rear. Rosemary ---- for for for for

Remembrance, was worn by all. Flag Bearer Audrey Remembrance, was worn by all. Flag Bearer Audrey Remembrance, was worn by all. Flag Bearer Audrey Remembrance, was worn by all. Flag Bearer Audrey

Clynk, Wreath Bearer Charlie Mifsud.Clynk, Wreath Bearer Charlie Mifsud.Clynk, Wreath Bearer Charlie Mifsud.Clynk, Wreath Bearer Charlie Mifsud.

A motley MOB of JoeysA motley MOB of JoeysA motley MOB of JoeysA motley MOB of Joeys———— CG 2012 Nanga CG 2012 Nanga CG 2012 Nanga CG 2012 Nanga

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The CUB’S CALL

Lining up for Lining up for Lining up for Lining up for

some grub at some grub at some grub at some grub at

Kingston Kingston Kingston Kingston

Barracks. Cubs Barracks. Cubs Barracks. Cubs Barracks. Cubs

Kate Haney, Kate Kate Haney, Kate Kate Haney, Kate Kate Haney, Kate

Loveday, Bronty Loveday, Bronty Loveday, Bronty Loveday, Bronty

Daddow, Kate Daddow, Kate Daddow, Kate Daddow, Kate

Mulligan and Mulligan and Mulligan and Mulligan and

Nathania Nathania Nathania Nathania

Lantang.Lantang.Lantang.Lantang.

Per tradition, Cubs marched at the

Applecross RSL ANZAC 2013

service. Applecross RSL hold their

own service the last Sunday before

ANZAC Day, to allow their older

members to stay closer to home,

and people interested in being in/

seeing the big parade on the day

can head into the Perth or

Fremantle marches. The

Applecross parade seems to be

growing in numbers with many

more wreathes being laid this

year.

In term 4 last year the Cubs

headed to Wireless Hill for a

massive Wide game, in the dark

involving Fire Breathing dragons,

rescue the eggs and - well—a

rather complicated theme non the

less. The Rovers were recruited to

assist and the Leaders spent quite

a bit of time preparing for that

one. We never did get to find out

why Kaa (Mick Slivkoff) was seen

leaving for Wireless Hill with an

axe in his hand. We believe all

Cubs came back unharmed.

The fame of Cubs at Waylen Bay

is gaining to the point —that

we’ve started a second Cub

Pack. Initially they will operate

as one pack but spread the

Cubs across the Cub and Guide

Halls at BP Reserve. Eventually

we plan to form up two distinct

Packs once Leaders in Training

get a bit more experience.

The Leaders have come to the

conclusion that 24 Cubs to a

Pack is the optimal number in

one Cub Hall—without having to

wear ear plugs.

Our Sixers and Seconds headed

off for Leadership training camp

at Pelican Point during term 1 .

Group Camp at Rottnest was a

BIG highlight, with many of the

Cubs clocking up some serious

time on their bikes. They did

take some time off the deadly

treadlys to hunt out a few geo-

caches, visit the Oliver Hill

Battery , snorkeling adventures

and of course—quokka spotting.

It was a crowded trip home on

the ferry but— it was a quiet one.

Starting up the worm farm and

helping with the groups veggie

patch was a job to do. With

some luck there may be some

cooking projects coming up

using our very own fresh

produce.


If you live in The City of Melville and are aged 12-25, you may be eligible for ‘YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FUNDING’. These

grants—up to $500 and not means tested – can be used to fund leadership courses, extra curricular education and

more. Visit http://www.melvillecity.com.au/community/communityhttp://www.melvillecity.com.au/community/communityhttp://www.melvillecity.com.au/community/communityhttp://www.melvillecity.com.au/community/community----grants/youthgrants/youthgrants/youthgrants/youth----developmentdevelopmentdevelopmentdevelopment----funding funding funding funding for more details.


Evidence the Cubs did do something other than Evidence the Cubs did do something other than Evidence the Cubs did do something other than Evidence the Cubs did do something other than

ride bikes and swimming at CG 2013ride bikes and swimming at CG 2013ride bikes and swimming at CG 2013ride bikes and swimming at CG 2013————Rotto.Rotto.Rotto.Rotto.

Happy in their work, Flynn Walsh and Aiden Happy in their work, Flynn Walsh and Aiden Happy in their work, Flynn Walsh and Aiden Happy in their work, Flynn Walsh and Aiden

Legge. Yes, Cubs CAN make their own lunch! Legge. Yes, Cubs CAN make their own lunch! Legge. Yes, Cubs CAN make their own lunch! Legge. Yes, Cubs CAN make their own lunch!

GC2012GC2012GC2012GC2012————Nanga.Nanga.Nanga.Nanga.

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The SCOUT’S SHOUT

Another day, another hike. Nice to see blue skies in Another day, another hike. Nice to see blue skies in Another day, another hike. Nice to see blue skies in Another day, another hike. Nice to see blue skies in

the background.the background.the background.the background.

Scouts are what it’s all about!

The Scouts have been busy

with a raft of activities recently.

Australian Scouting Medallions

are raining down on the troop,

is there any room left on the

honour boards?

Things seem to start to get a

bit more involved at Scouts, we

think unless you are directly

involved, it may seem all very

confusing. There are Explorer

and Adventure level activities,

our Scouts managed four bike

rides of these two different

levels ranging from 15km’s

and one night out to 30 km’s

and two nights out.

The Scouts have visited the

FESA headquarters to check

out what goes on there.

Jamboree of the Air and

Internet JOTA./JOTI is where

Scouts can contact other

Scouts from around the world.

There is a set date in the world

wide Scouting movement for

this to happen, so there’s

plenty of Scouts to share

stories and learn about the way

other people live and what they

do. A number of older Scouts

achieved their amateur radio

licenses, which is no mean feat

given some adults do struggle

with this.

Many older Scouts achieved their

RST’s—recreational skippers

tickets. A great achievement,

just think that the day you got

your RST’s, other kids were on

‘Faceplant’, ‘ Twiggle’ and Z-

Boxes. Well done to you for doing

something INTERESTING and

FUN.

The regular Friday night meetings

continued on as usual throughout

our adventures. Scouts

introduced their friends to pets,

including an actual RAT called

Suzie. Eohhhh. Some performed

their musical instruments—cello,

guitar, piano and oboe. How’d

you get a piano to the hall?!!

Other’s gave presentations on

the rules of soccer, and even a

briefing on how to grow olives.

Orion (Laurie Cranston) has been

with the group for a couple of

years now as the main Scout

Leader. He is passing the baton

onto Arrow (Kate Jenkin). Thank

you for your time, enthusiasm

and leadership Orion. We’re sure

to see you around. Arrow,

congratulations on your new role,

we’re sure you’ll be dreaming up

a heap of new adventures to

challenge our WBSS Scouts.


A reminder that WORKING WITH CHILDREN CARDS—a prompt renewal is essential. Leaders, Rovers and Parents wishing to

be involved—without a WWC you will NOT be eligible to participate unless your card is valid. You run the risk of being

deleted from the Scouts membership register as having left the organization if you don’t renew promptly.


Eden Spencer and Sabrina Reales Explorer Hike. Yes, Eden Spencer and Sabrina Reales Explorer Hike. Yes, Eden Spencer and Sabrina Reales Explorer Hike. Yes, Eden Spencer and Sabrina Reales Explorer Hike. Yes,

it rained a lot, but our planning made sure we dealt it rained a lot, but our planning made sure we dealt it rained a lot, but our planning made sure we dealt it rained a lot, but our planning made sure we dealt

with it and we all came back in one piece. Washing with it and we all came back in one piece. Washing with it and we all came back in one piece. Washing with it and we all came back in one piece. Washing

afterwards was a different story.afterwards was a different story.afterwards was a different story.afterwards was a different story.

With the smiles going on here, we think the team With the smiles going on here, we think the team With the smiles going on here, we think the team With the smiles going on here, we think the team

building exercise is going down well. CG Nanga building exercise is going down well. CG Nanga building exercise is going down well. CG Nanga building exercise is going down well. CG Nanga

2012.2012.2012.2012.

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RISGO JAMBOREE 2013RISGO JAMBOREE 2013RISGO JAMBOREE 2013RISGO JAMBOREE 2013

In February 2013, Liam Furchow Liam Furchow Liam Furchow Liam Furchow

undertook a journey that your average

teenager might not consider. A journey

some parents might not even allow their

child to undertake.

Liam was chosen from Vent’s across

Australia to be one of three Australian

rep’s at the Sri Lankan ‘Rajan’s

International Scout Gathering 2013’.

Vent’s from around the world attended.

In a nutshell, a home stay with a Sri

Lankan family, a Jamboree with Vent’s

and a three day Leadership Course.

Easy- Peasy given Liam had just turned

16. Liam and fellow Vent Rebecca

Parish (Vic) have each had articles

published in the April edition of

‘Australian Scout’ Australian Scout’ Australian Scout’ Australian Scout’ magazine giving the

full details of their adventure.

Liam said, “ RISGO 2013 was certainly a

one-in-a-lifetime event that I was

extremely grateful to experience and be

a part of...the trip was well worth it”.

The Venturer Unit at WBSS are a

strong group, with a reputation

that speaks for itself. Mr Larry

Lucas, WA Chief Commissioner of

Scouts, has personally received

commendation from a national

level for two of our Vent’s, as you

will read later.

A big focus for the Vent’s was the

launch of the ClimateWatch Trail

and Geocaching Trail at

Heathcote/Waylen Bay reserve. To

do the trail yourself, visit

www.waylenbayscouts.org.au/ourwww.waylenbayscouts.org.au/ourwww.waylenbayscouts.org.au/ourwww.waylenbayscouts.org.au/our----

groupgroupgroupgroup

We thank the Mayor of the City of

Melville, Cr Russell Aubrey for

taking the time to attend and

speak at our launch, along with Cr

Peter Reidy, the Councillor of

Applecross-Mt Pleasant Ward.

Re-vegetation of the Scout Hall

grounds on The Strand has been

another focus. Plants were

supplied by the City of Melville.

Quite a bit of time has been spent

by the Vent’s in refurbishing

vessel’s. General repairs, working

on hull’s and learning the skills it

takes to maintain a boat in good

condition - a reality of boat

ownership and crewing.

RST’s and TL3’s (Power) are a

given for the older sections of a

Sea Scout group, a number of

Vent’s participated and passed in

training sessions at Pelican Point.


Would you be interested in billeting a Venturer from the UK, Denmark or Japan for 8 weeks during the July-August period?

They would be immersed in Australian life, attend school and of course Venturers. Would any of our Venturers like to spend

8 weeks of cultural exchange to either of these countries during the Xmas holidays? Visit

www.scouts.com.au/www.scouts.com.au/www.scouts.com.au/www.scouts.com.au/sisep sisep sisep sisep for more information for next years intake.


The VENTURER’S VOICE

Sections of the Cape to Cape walk were

undertaken, camping overnight. ANZAC

Day 2013 Perth was observed and our

Vent’s helped the large crowds by provid-

ing information and handing out water.

Several Vent’s achieved their Venturer

Unit Management and Queen Scout

Leadership Tapes after completing two

day courses.

Out of all of the Venturers in WA, just 6

Vent’s were selected and offered a

‘Mawson Scholarship in Leadership

2012’. This involved a full Scholarship

to attend a 5 day camp in Canberra to

receive instruction in teamwork, behav-

ior management, effective program-

ming, public speaking, decision making

and more. Of the six, two were from

WBSS—Matt Brown and Liam Furchow.

In addition to the Leadership instruction,

Vent’s had the opportunity to complete

the high ropes course — over water - at

the ADF training facility. They meet

Andrew Lock, Australia’s most accom-

plished mountaineer, who gave a

motivational speech. Then cap it all off

with a reception at the Botswana High

Commission. There isn’t enough room to

go into full details of this amazing trip! In

an open letter from Aaron Wardle

(National Project Commissioner, Youth

Leadership) to Larry Lucas, three WA

Vent’s were commended as ‘excellent

ambassadors’ for the WA Branch. Elodie Elodie Elodie Elodie

Prinsloo from 1st Warwick, Matt Brown Prinsloo from 1st Warwick, Matt Brown Prinsloo from 1st Warwick, Matt Brown Prinsloo from 1st Warwick, Matt Brown

and Liam Furchow from WBSS.and Liam Furchow from WBSS.and Liam Furchow from WBSS.and Liam Furchow from WBSS.

Awesome work. We are proud to have

you with us.

Taking warm up with Taking warm up with Taking warm up with Taking warm up with

gusto. Matt Brown, gusto. Matt Brown, gusto. Matt Brown, gusto. Matt Brown,

Flynn Jagoe and Flynn Jagoe and Flynn Jagoe and Flynn Jagoe and

Giles Tamlin. Giles Tamlin. Giles Tamlin. Giles Tamlin.

GC2012 Nanga.GC2012 Nanga.GC2012 Nanga.GC2012 Nanga.

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The ROVER’S RAMBLES

St Georges DaySt Georges DaySt Georges DaySt Georges Day

Recent times have been busy for

our Rover Crew. They are quite a

new crew, only being in operation

for three years, however they have

recently been awarded by the

West Australian Rover Council

(WARC) the ‘Quality Rover Award’

which is awarded to all Crews that

have a successful and rounded

program. Well, this seems nothing

really given they were voted

2012 CREW OF THE YEAR 2012 CREW OF THE YEAR 2012 CREW OF THE YEAR 2012 CREW OF THE YEAR

by the WARC. Congratulations

WBSS Rovers!

At the recent GC2013 at Rotto, the

Rovers had a bit of fun bike riding,

swimming, exploring etc. Usual

Rotto stuff. We would like to make

a special thanks to our Rover’s

who helped the Joey Leaders with

‘Joey-Watch’ during their

swimming activities. No Joeys

floated off to South Africa and the

sharks were not fed that day . The

Leaders and parents are most

appreciative. One Rover does need

special mention for his help at that

camp. Redback (Richard Pilgrim)Redback (Richard Pilgrim)Redback (Richard Pilgrim)Redback (Richard Pilgrim)

a man known for ease of

conversation and charisma,

entertained the Joeys with his

cracking sense of humour. Yes,

the jokes about quokka POO! went

down so well, they were re told

many times in school yards

afterwards. We’ll write that again

’cos it’s really funny to say -

‘quokka POO!’.

.


St George is the Patron Saint of Scouts around the world. B.P. chose St George - the Dragon Slayer - as his qualities

closely resembled the qualities he hoped for members of the movement.

“Prepared and alert , a Scout follows the lead — of our Parton Saint George - and his spirited steed”. B .P.


Rovers from across Perth assembled at Kings Rovers from across Perth assembled at Kings Rovers from across Perth assembled at Kings Rovers from across Perth assembled at Kings

Park on 23rd April Park on 23rd April Park on 23rd April Park on 23rd April ---- St Georges Day . Rovers St Georges Day . Rovers St Georges Day . Rovers St Georges Day . Rovers

organized a dawn service to reflect on their organized a dawn service to reflect on their organized a dawn service to reflect on their organized a dawn service to reflect on their

Promise and that of the Scout Law. Promise and that of the Scout Law. Promise and that of the Scout Law. Promise and that of the Scout Law.

‘Booting ‘is a ceremonial event to

farewell a member who is too old for

the group. BJ StackBJ StackBJ StackBJ Stack, thanks for your

time with WBSS, best regards in your

future endeavors.

SERVICE is the motto of Rovers, and it

is evident in that they sponsor the

Subiaco Rovers. Acting as advisor’s

and mentors, WBSS will help the Subi

Rovers get up and running shortly.

(Sounds like the work Attadale Rotary

are doing…)

Sailing, CAMS affiliated motor sports,

camping, balls, constructing worm

farms and the like, kind of take up a

bit of time in the Rover program, but

we don’t really have space to go into

detail. Find out yourself if you are

interested.

ANZAC is always a somber event, with

the adult Scouts holding an overnight

vigil of the Kings Park War Memorial—

a tradition of 80 years.

Some of our Rovers have stepped up

and commenced Leader training.

Tonina Clarke Tonina Clarke Tonina Clarke Tonina Clarke is training to be a Joey

Leader, she is working with Waylen

Bay Joeys and will take on the role at

the new 1st Attadale Scouts. Tahlia Tahlia Tahlia Tahlia

Batters Batters Batters Batters is in training to become a

Guide Leader with 1st Hampton Park

Girl Guides. Kieran Housley and Kieran Housley and Kieran Housley and Kieran Housley and

Daniel Kindness Daniel Kindness Daniel Kindness Daniel Kindness are currently working

as Leaders Assistants with our Scout

Troop. Thanks for pitching in and

helping a new generation of Scouts

and Girl Guides experience the

adventure.

Man, those Man, those Man, those Man, those

Rovers are so Rovers are so Rovers are so Rovers are so

coolcoolcoolcool————’Just keep ’Just keep ’Just keep ’Just keep

that arm straight that arm straight that arm straight that arm straight

mate!’mate!’mate!’mate!’

Joeys Robert and Joeys Robert and Joeys Robert and Joeys Robert and

Evan Robinson Evan Robinson Evan Robinson Evan Robinson

with Rover with Rover with Rover with Rover

Richard Pilgram Richard Pilgram Richard Pilgram Richard Pilgram

Nanga GC 2012Nanga GC 2012Nanga GC 2012Nanga GC 2012

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The LEADERS LOUNGE

WBSS Treasurer Carol Doust, Sky (Nataliya WBSS Treasurer Carol Doust, Sky (Nataliya WBSS Treasurer Carol Doust, Sky (Nataliya WBSS Treasurer Carol Doust, Sky (Nataliya

Kulchytska), Baggy (Martin Buckland), Flint (Debbie Kulchytska), Baggy (Martin Buckland), Flint (Debbie Kulchytska), Baggy (Martin Buckland), Flint (Debbie Kulchytska), Baggy (Martin Buckland), Flint (Debbie

Wardle) and WA Branch Commissioner Larry Wardle) and WA Branch Commissioner Larry Wardle) and WA Branch Commissioner Larry Wardle) and WA Branch Commissioner Larry

Lucas. Adult Recognition Award Ceremony at the Lucas. Adult Recognition Award Ceremony at the Lucas. Adult Recognition Award Ceremony at the Lucas. Adult Recognition Award Ceremony at the

State Theatre Centre. The Awards were presented State Theatre Centre. The Awards were presented State Theatre Centre. The Awards were presented State Theatre Centre. The Awards were presented

by the Governor Mr Malcom McClusker. by the Governor Mr Malcom McClusker. by the Governor Mr Malcom McClusker. by the Governor Mr Malcom McClusker.

Congratulations Leaders.Congratulations Leaders.Congratulations Leaders.Congratulations Leaders.

Heading towards the end of

2012—Kozzie (GL - Llew Withers)

sent out a challenge to our

Leaders. Can you handle ‘DHPDHPDHPDHP----

2012201220122012’? Can you come out of your

natural habitat of tents, cub hall,

river beds and bush tracks? Rising

to the challenge our Leaders said—

YES! (The scientific name for a

Scout Leader is Scouterous Scouterous Scouterous Scouterous

Leaderii)Leaderii)Leaderii)Leaderii) The Scouts were worried

- who would look after the

Leaders? Would it be safe for

them? Would red cordial be served

and what will come of it?

A3 forms duly filled out and

tenuous shots updated, our

Leaders ventured out to

DOMESTIC HOUSE PARTYDOMESTIC HOUSE PARTYDOMESTIC HOUSE PARTYDOMESTIC HOUSE PARTY————2012!2012!2012!2012!

(With no electronic equipment or

secret lolly stash…) Well, things

started well with Orion leading the

way with his trusty compass to GZ.

Luckily there wasn’t a pool at the

training facility, otherwise Pax

would have dismantled the

washing line, lashed together

some fencing and tried to float a

few people—’cos it’s water and she

can! Possum did a neat job of

making sure Leaders who were

scared of leaving their tree’s and

tent’s for a HOUSE, that they were

transitioned well. Unfortunately,

there was a certain Cub Leader

who kept knicking off to the back

yard to start a camp fire.



The nameless Leader was shown

an OVEN –like - in a kitchen.

When Baggy stopped throwing

the ball around the lounge room,

and Chil laid down the tomahawk,

training continued. Yes, DHPDHPDHPDHP----

2012201220122012 was a success with many

laughs, great conversation, and

good cheer. Well done to our

Leaders—a WBSS badge should

be made up. Let’s make it a

tradition. That is if BRANCH don’t

insist on a risk assessment for

those dangerous cheese knives!

Congratulations to our Pax (Barb

De La Hunty). Pax has been

appointed Regional Chief Com-

missioner for the Perth South

Region. Mmm, that makes her

Kozzies boss now. Pax continues

to have a role in our Water Activi-

ties and remains a hard working

member at WBSS despite her

wider responsibilities. Thanks

Pax, we appreciate your work.

Thank you to the parents helpers that pitch in to assist as parent helpers for big, messy or rather adventurous events. The Leaders have

asked to mention, in particular, the help over summer with assistance with Master Mariners and Swantiki. We know of people, now

adults and parents themselves, that attended these events as Youth. They always report really special recollections of their experience.

For these big events, to have extra’s pitching in means the Leaders can provide a really high quality event, knowing that catering, radio

work, first aid is covered. We have a strong program at WB, and it all comes down to Group support. Thank you Parents.

A Pod of A Pod of A Pod of A Pod of Scouterous Leaderii. Scouterous Leaderii. Scouterous Leaderii. Scouterous Leaderii. This photo has This photo has This photo has This photo has

been sent to World Scouting HQ for verification, been sent to World Scouting HQ for verification, been sent to World Scouting HQ for verification, been sent to World Scouting HQ for verification,

as we believe it is the 1st photograph in existence as we believe it is the 1st photograph in existence as we believe it is the 1st photograph in existence as we believe it is the 1st photograph in existence

of Leaders not in uniform. Happy times.of Leaders not in uniform. Happy times.of Leaders not in uniform. Happy times.of Leaders not in uniform. Happy times.

Roa (right). Bruce Roa (right). Bruce Roa (right). Bruce Roa (right). Bruce

Pilgrim was unable Pilgrim was unable Pilgrim was unable Pilgrim was unable

to attend the State to attend the State to attend the State to attend the State

Theatre Theatre Theatre Theatre

presentations so presentations so presentations so presentations so

was awarded his was awarded his was awarded his was awarded his

Silver Wattle for 12 Silver Wattle for 12 Silver Wattle for 12 Silver Wattle for 12

years of outstanding years of outstanding years of outstanding years of outstanding

service at Nanga service at Nanga service at Nanga service at Nanga

GC 2012. Well GC 2012. Well GC 2012. Well GC 2012. Well

deserved deserved deserved deserved

recognition for your recognition for your recognition for your recognition for your

dedication to the dedication to the dedication to the dedication to the

movement. Thank movement. Thank movement. Thank movement. Thank

YOU Roa.YOU Roa.YOU Roa.YOU Roa.

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FELLOWSHIP and COMMUNITYFELLOWSHIP and COMMUNITYFELLOWSHIP and COMMUNITYFELLOWSHIP and COMMUNITY

THE TREETHE TREETHE TREETHE TREE

I planted here today - a strong young tree.

Rich soil it has, and sun, and space to grow:

And who I wonder, in the years to be will

seeks it’s boughs soft shade; for well I know,

long here this slender plant grows full and

round. He who now tends it shall be sleeping

sound.

What manner of a man will sit to view this

now familiar scene when these shades

spread? Will he be thankful that he never

knew these days of strange

uncomprehended dread? Or will he, gazing

back, find cause to sigh. For olden peace, for

happier days gone by?

I planted here today, a strong young hope.

That, when this tree’s green banners are

unfurled, there shall come singing down this

verdant slope. Some wiser moral of a wiser

world. And, if he bless the man who set the

tree, and be content, so mayhap, shall I be.

C.J.Dennis. Austrlaian poet. dec. 1938C.J.Dennis. Austrlaian poet. dec. 1938C.J.Dennis. Austrlaian poet. dec. 1938C.J.Dennis. Austrlaian poet. dec. 1938.

A big welcome and a big thank you to

Trish BondTrish BondTrish BondTrish Bond. Trish has joined the group

as a fundraising officer. She has asked

if people can diarise some upcoming

dates. These are for the sausage

sizzles at the Applecross Rotary Applecross Rotary Applecross Rotary Applecross Rotary

Jacaranda Festival Sat 22nd Nov and Jacaranda Festival Sat 22nd Nov and Jacaranda Festival Sat 22nd Nov and Jacaranda Festival Sat 22nd Nov and

the Bikers Breakfast at Belmont the Bikers Breakfast at Belmont the Bikers Breakfast at Belmont the Bikers Breakfast at Belmont

Racecourse Sun 1st Dec. Racecourse Sun 1st Dec. Racecourse Sun 1st Dec. Racecourse Sun 1st Dec. These are

quite social occasions with people

rotating through shifts of a couple of

hours each. Trish will call for

volunteers at a later date, please mark

it off.

Talking about Rotary, Applecross Applecross Applecross Applecross

Rotary Rotary Rotary Rotary have presented WBSS with a

cheque for a whooping $2000. This

will go towards much needed

maintenance on vessels. We assist

Rotary at the Jacaranda Festival

preparing the sausage sizzle, we also

assist with setting up tents and helping

to prepare for the day. Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks

Applecross Rotary Applecross Rotary Applecross Rotary Applecross Rotary for the opportunity

to pitch in.

After the recent AGM, key committee

positions were filled by returning

officers. There are a couple of jobs

that we would like people to consider

undertaking though. Many hands

make light work. A Records Officer Records Officer Records Officer Records Officer

volunteer, to scan paperwork for the

activities the group undertakes. You

don’t need to attend committee

meetings and should only require 2-3

hours a month. Hall maintenance Hall maintenance Hall maintenance Hall maintenance - we

need a volunteer to cover this

important role. You don’t need to

carry out the maintenance yourself.

The City of Melville have an online

reporting system that is used, and we

have a list of other suppliers for things

the City do not cover.



Does anyone Does anyone Does anyone Does anyone

know when the know when the know when the know when the

trees where trees where trees where trees where

planted at the planted at the planted at the planted at the

Cub Hall? I Cub Hall? I Cub Hall? I Cub Hall? I

wonder who wonder who wonder who wonder who

planted them planted them planted them planted them

and if they have and if they have and if they have and if they have

seen them seen them seen them seen them

lately?lately?lately?lately?

Contact Group Leader Llew Withers

anytime on 0429 123 321.

The Leaders are officially CRAZY! Plans

for Group Camp are already underway for

2014. They are hoping that at ‘GC2014—

Manjedal’, we can offer the Youth as

many of the ‘Adventurous Activities’ as

can possibly be squeezed into one

weekend. If you like the idea of pitching

in for a morning or afternoon, check out

http://manjedal.scouts.org.au/activities http://manjedal.scouts.org.au/activities http://manjedal.scouts.org.au/activities http://manjedal.scouts.org.au/activities

and have a word to your child’s Leader. If

the Leaders are freed up—to Lead—we

can cover more activities in a smooth

fashion and keep prices down by not

having to employ facilitators. A one day

(adults only ) course needs to be under-

taken at Manjedal to get your ‘ticket’.

Think of the Brownie point’s you will earn

if you were an ‘Adventurous Activities

Facilitator’, (think of the come backs ‘-

and THIS is the thanks I get for pushing

you off a 20m high, 250m long flying

fox….’). It has to be worth it.

Scouts connection with Rotary

continues. Attadale RotaryAttadale RotaryAttadale RotaryAttadale Rotary, in what we

DO think is an Australian first—are

facilitating a new Scout Group based in

Attadale. They have commenced

recruitment for Leaders (and Scouts

across the different groups) and will work

with the group for a period of time to get

them up and running. WBSS Leaders and

Committee will also make themselves

available to assist the new land based

Scout Group. Good work in your

community Attadale RotariansAttadale RotariansAttadale RotariansAttadale Rotarians. Scouting

for Youth, presented in a well lead group

is serious work and - there might be a

bit of fun to be had along the way!

If you have extraordinary shot of our Youth members, Leaders or parent helpers—please send them through. ‘The Woggle’ prefers to

only publish photo’s if they are accompanied by—section and names of people in them. Clear shots are needed so people can identify

themselves—and show it off to their friends! Please , ONLY the best shots, an a few lines telling us what is going on. There is much to

report at WBSS, not all photo’s will be published, they may be held back for future editions. Email [email protected]

Joeys and Friends of Wireless Hill planting day. Joeys and Friends of Wireless Hill planting day. Joeys and Friends of Wireless Hill planting day. Joeys and Friends of Wireless Hill planting day.

The ‘tree pot Waugal’ showing how many tree’s The ‘tree pot Waugal’ showing how many tree’s The ‘tree pot Waugal’ showing how many tree’s The ‘tree pot Waugal’ showing how many tree’s

were planted.were planted.were planted.were planted.

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WATER ACTIVITIESWATER ACTIVITIESWATER ACTIVITIESWATER ACTIVITIES————The Other FUN STUFFThe Other FUN STUFFThe Other FUN STUFFThe Other FUN STUFF

Venturers helped 1st Mullaoo

Scouts and Cubs with sail training

days, as a result they kindly

donated our group an outboard

motor which will be put to good

use.

There were some moments of

excitement last year when

Broomstick broke away from it’s

mooring during bad weather, not

once—but twice! Lucky their was

no major damage and the mooring

will be rebuilt (mates rates again,

we shop about).

Scouts had a good summer with

their one week intensive Master

Mariners training camp. As

members are continually linking

up from Cubs, then moving to

Vent’s, Scouts have seen a

number of Coxwain’s Charge and

Boating permits being run.

Rovers had a good summer as

well, supplementing the regular

Scout sailing events with the

competitive sailing skills learnt

through racing at SoPYC.

We are able to train other people

at WB -Youth and Leaders from

other groups attend our training

camps for dinghies and power

boats. Bayswater SS had two

crews attend our MM training

camp.

CubsCubsCubsCubs—watch this space. A Cubs

Sailing program is being

developed, you may be getting

very wet next summer!


http://www.waylenbayscouts.org.au/


Vent’s on the waterVent’s on the waterVent’s on the waterVent’s on the water———— power boat training. How power boat training. How power boat training. How power boat training. How

many sausages would we need to sizzle to get that many sausages would we need to sizzle to get that many sausages would we need to sizzle to get that many sausages would we need to sizzle to get that

boat in the background I wonder??boat in the background I wonder??boat in the background I wonder??boat in the background I wonder??

Welcome to Akers (Neil

Akerstrom) who steps up as our

‘Water Activities Leader’. Akers

will be assisted by Pax. We hope

you enjoy your time as our Water

Specialist Akers.

Our Redwitch Keelboat

‘Broomstick’ was worked on over

the summer months and plenty of

scraping, sanding and repainting

was done. Dirty work for the

Vent’s, but this is the reality of

boat maintenance.

Overnight sails to Fremantle and

Carnac Island are a right of

passage at WBSS and is

obviously a great adventure to be

involved in.

A big WIN at 2013 Master

Mariners this year—YAY! - has

been the result of YA Keelboat

training courses and time was

spent in the summer sailing

competition at SoPYC. Racing

with Canning Sea Scouts also

honed their skills.

The beloved Genoa (a large jib or

staysail) is all but worn out, an

expected consequence of all the

enthusiastic sailing. It is being

refurbished to drag out it’s use

for training purposes. Sadly, it is

tired and it’s racing days are all

but over. We will be applying for

a small grant to replace it and we

have negotiated with a local sail-

maker who will make the replace-

ment with a good discount.

Joey Scouts. Ages 6-8. Ardross 5.00pm Tues

Cubs. Ages 8—11. Ardross. 6.30pm Tues

Scouts. Ages 11-15. Applecross. 7.00pm Fri

Venturers Ages 15-18. Ardross. 7.30pm Fri

Rovers. Ages 18-26. Ardross. 7.30pm Tues

There always seems to be someone IN the There always seems to be someone IN the There always seems to be someone IN the There always seems to be someone IN the

water. Isn’t the idea to be floating ON the water. Isn’t the idea to be floating ON the water. Isn’t the idea to be floating ON the water. Isn’t the idea to be floating ON the

wet stuff? wet stuff? wet stuff? wet stuff?

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Scout, Paul Tan volunteering at the Royal Show Scout, Paul Tan volunteering at the Royal Show Scout, Paul Tan volunteering at the Royal Show Scout, Paul Tan volunteering at the Royal Show

2012201220122012———— showing the ropes. showing the ropes. showing the ropes. showing the ropes.


The annual fee’s paid by members each year are split into two sections. $157 from each member goes directly to ‘Branch’ to cover the cost

of insurances, administration, publicity for Scouts WA. The balance of the fee’s go towards operating costs of the halls and a large portion is

spent on Leaders training. A lot of the capital purchases - camping equipment, vessel repairs etc are actually funded through grants, fund-

raising and very importantly hall hire. Peter Sampson (Committee) operates a tight ship when it comes to hall hire and without this help fee’s

would rise. Good work Peter, we appreciate your efforts.


GC GC GC GC ————Nanga Bush 2012. What an impressive sight to see!.Nanga Bush 2012. What an impressive sight to see!.Nanga Bush 2012. What an impressive sight to see!.Nanga Bush 2012. What an impressive sight to see!.

Venturer, Lareesa MacDougall Royal Show 2012 Venturer, Lareesa MacDougall Royal Show 2012 Venturer, Lareesa MacDougall Royal Show 2012 Venturer, Lareesa MacDougall Royal Show 2012

shooting anything that moves with her hot glue shooting anything that moves with her hot glue shooting anything that moves with her hot glue shooting anything that moves with her hot glue

gun. Good times.gun. Good times.gun. Good times.gun. Good times.

Cub Leader Kaa’s (Mick Cub Leader Kaa’s (Mick Cub Leader Kaa’s (Mick Cub Leader Kaa’s (Mick

Slivkoff) second fav outfit. Slivkoff) second fav outfit. Slivkoff) second fav outfit. Slivkoff) second fav outfit.

We SEEEEEE you Kaa!We SEEEEEE you Kaa!We SEEEEEE you Kaa!We SEEEEEE you Kaa!

MM training on MM training on MM training on MM training on

the Lyn Ward.the Lyn Ward.the Lyn Ward.the Lyn Ward.

NOOOOOO!! We guess it comes with the territory. It didn’t NOOOOOO!! We guess it comes with the territory. It didn’t NOOOOOO!! We guess it comes with the territory. It didn’t NOOOOOO!! We guess it comes with the territory. It didn’t

happen by mistake of course, we all know it was capsize happen by mistake of course, we all know it was capsize happen by mistake of course, we all know it was capsize happen by mistake of course, we all know it was capsize

drill...The sail and boom seem to be missing? The boatdrill...The sail and boom seem to be missing? The boatdrill...The sail and boom seem to be missing? The boatdrill...The sail and boom seem to be missing? The boat————and and and and

Scouts were all recovered Scouts were all recovered Scouts were all recovered Scouts were all recovered ----so we’re told. so we’re told. so we’re told. so we’re told.

Feeding the crews at the end of a long Feeding the crews at the end of a long Feeding the crews at the end of a long Feeding the crews at the end of a long

Master Mariners Training day. Scout Hall, Master Mariners Training day. Scout Hall, Master Mariners Training day. Scout Hall, Master Mariners Training day. Scout Hall,

The Strand Applecross. A nice place to be.The Strand Applecross. A nice place to be.The Strand Applecross. A nice place to be.The Strand Applecross. A nice place to be.

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One of my most enjoyed moments is to stand on the balcony of the Scout Hall and look in enjoyment at the wonderful view it beholds. Looking in a panorama from Perth CBD following the River from Kings Park, Crawley, Nedlands and way into the distance towards Claremont. The beauty of Swan River and Waylen Bay itself is captured like a painted landscape.

As a Sea Scout group, we are very fortunate to have such excellent facilities and have such a quiet sheltered bay learning how to sail. Waylen Bay was formed about 47 years ago because Deep Water Point Group was filled and there were no opportunities to expand. Some enterprising persons got together and formed the new Group and for the first 6 years, while the hall was being built, the Group met at the RSL Hall in Kintail Road. Their most successful fundraising enterprise was to conduct rose pruning throughout Applecross.

One such parent, Trevor Leaver, helped design and build the hall and arranged for the Bay to be dredged to create a bay for sailing. Trevor was able to get our first sailing dinghy, named after him, and the boat was and is the fastest boat on the River for well over 40 years. It seems that Trevor had a vision of what was needed to build a successful Sea Scout group.

Today, 40 years on, Waylen Bay Group has a vision. It may be time for the vision to be revisited but it remains on track to where the Group is going. The Group is forming its second cub pack, is buying 2 new Pacers (Lottery West Grant) to replace the aging surfcats and is looking to create

a sailing program for Cubs.

Waylen Bay is working with the City of Melville to replace the Cub & Guide Hall and the Venturer & Rover Dens on Baden Powell Reserve and build a new facility near Wireless Hill.

The vision for Waylen Bay continues to provide the best program for each section to challenge our youth and make activities fun. We are continuously up-skilling our leaders and parent helpers and we are growing laterally by program as well as increasing our numbers. Waylen Bay has the only trained Group Activity Leader Akers (Neil Akerstrom – Water Activity Leader) in Western Australia and complements the work of Flint (Debbie Wardle -Environment), Pax (Barbara De La Hunty—Water Activities) and soon to be Bagheera (Grant Loveday - Pioneering).

Waylen Bay has a vision to become a very good scout group across all sections and activities and we are working towards that goal. We are not there yet, but we are still trying.

I encourage all parents to get involved in the Group. There are very few years that you can be involved in your son or daughter’s life and be transparent to them as a leader or parent helper. It is a great reward to be involved.

Group Leader Llew Withers

MOB 0429 123 321

‘THE LAST WORD’

PO Box 734 APPLECROSS WA 6953PO Box 734 APPLECROSS WA 6953PO Box 734 APPLECROSS WA 6953PO Box 734 APPLECROSS WA 6953

Motto Competition

We need a motto. 1st Morley Scouts have ‘Out and About With Morley Out and About With Morley Out and About With Morley Out and About With Morley

Scouts’Scouts’Scouts’Scouts’, 1st Kardinya-Willagee have ‘Get Out There’‘Get Out There’‘Get Out There’‘Get Out There’. What should we

have? All members at WBSS are welcome to enter. If you have an ASN you

are eligible so Youth Members, Leaders and Adult Supporters (that means

parent helpers with an ASN) - get creative. Around 7 words or less, simple

is good.

A $50 BCF voucher and everlasting GLORY goes to the winner.A $50 BCF voucher and everlasting GLORY goes to the winner.A $50 BCF voucher and everlasting GLORY goes to the winner.A $50 BCF voucher and everlasting GLORY goes to the winner. Entries close the first meeting of Term 3 and the winner will be decided at

the next committee meeting after that. Pass to your entry on a piece of

paper giving your ASN ONLY ASN ONLY ASN ONLY ASN ONLY (no names) and your motto suggestion to your

Leader on or before your first meeting of term 3.

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