Our Cubs and Scouts did a fabulous job on our Annual Spring Food Drive. (first one since 2019)

The residents of the Rosemount area of Kitchener were amazing with their support and contributions.

1823 lb. (827kg) Weight of actual food items we collected

$275  cash we collected which the Food Bank equates to 1056 lb. (479kg)

2879 lb.(1306kg) Total calculated weight.

2249 meals 

Help us Gain Weight!

Our goal this year is to collect more than 1 ton – in one night!

We’ve done it before, and we’re determined to do it again.

But we need your help.

Door to Door collection will be on.

Monday, April 11th
between 6pm and 9pm.

All donations will be delivered directly to The Food Bank of Waterloo Region for distribution to our neighbours in need.

We are unable to knock on each door at the time of pick-up so please leave your donation outside, nnear your front door clearly marked with a “24”. The map below shows the area we be collecting from.

If you live outside the area shown on the map, but would like to help us Gain Weight, we would be happy to accept your donations of nonperishable food bank items at St. James’-Rosemount United Church at the following times…

• Sunday, April 10th – 10am – 12noon
• Monday, April 11th between 6pm and 9pm.

Oct 22, 23, 24 of 2021 proved a wonderful opportunity to get back to camping.   The weather was a little chilly but the campfires kept all toasty.

2021Over the next eight-weeks, our Sections will visit eight different countries, develop new skills through fun challenges and support their communities and the planet by leading exciting “Scouts for Sustainability” activities.

With the help of a symbolic transporting compass, Scouting members can ping around the globe to different destinations quickly.   In each country they are faced with a challenge or a fun activity to champion as a Section. Once completed, the Section can collect a crest for that week and eventually curate the full composite crest!

Each week, Scouting mmbers will acquire a “GADGET” in pursuing their adventures; these items will be used in the activity for Week 8: Contraption Action, so they will be holding on to their GADGETS!

As COVID-19 becomes more controlled, the Cubs, Scouts and Venturers are taking an opportunity camp on the weekend of October 23^rd at Camp Heidelberg.

There is excitement and great expectation while the busy work of preparation occurs.

Scout Camp Wildman

July 25 – 28, 2019.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!

During this extended weekend we will be doing the following activities:

• Wye marsh including kayak trip,
• Ste Marie among the Hurons,
• Discovery Harbour,
• sailing trip on Georgian Bay
• Go Carting.
• Other traditional camp activities at Camp Wildman.

Departure

All drivers and Scouts should be at St. James’-Rosemount United Church by 6 PM on Thursday, July 25, 2019 for roll call and packing. 

Return

We’ll be back on Sunday, July 28 at about 7:00 pm. 

Cost

The cost for this extended weekend is $150.00. Please submit your payment to Scouter Brian at his home (Address in a separate email.) by 
Friday, July 12, 2019. Make sure you sign up below.

Packing List

Printer Friendly Packing lists are found in the Scout > Camp Packing Lists section.

Transportation

We will travel by car to Camp Wildman. 
MAP & DIRECTIONS

Medication (Drugs)

Absolutely all medications must
-be in the original container.
-have explicit directions and boys’ name on the container.
-not be packed in the boys’ gear.
-be given directly to the LEADER by the PARENT on arrival at the church.

Meals

Your meals will be planned, prepared and eaten as a Troop. There will be a duty roster so that everyone has an opportunity to help prepare and clean up.
Eat supper at home before you come to the church.  
We will be having Camp meals while at Wildman and packed lunches during the activity days.
Supper will be provided on the drive home.

Accommodation

We will camp as a Troop. We will provide sufficient 2-3 man tents for our youth.  We will also have a large dining shelter for meal prep and shelter.

EMERGENCY Contact Info!

Camp address is
Camp Wildman
299 Concession Rd 8 W,
Tiny, Ontario, Canada
The simplest way to reach us is to email scouts@24th.ca

Nearest Hospital

SIGN UP

Before going to the sign up form, Please make sure that you have familiarized yourself and your parents with the information on this page and at the relevant links.

SIGN UP HERE

With the forecast saying thundershower for our party time we are moving to the church for our fun.    See you there from 2:00 until 5:30

Please bring a board game/ lawn game if you have one.

During play time ( 2 – 3:15) there will be activities to explore:

Outside:  – Big bubbles

                – walking the labyrinth

                – lawn games  (bring one if you have one!)

                 – Frisbee, balls

 Upstairs –  Board games  (bring your favourite)

                 – arts and crafts

                 – balloon fun

Gym      –   dodge ball

             –    hockey with poodle noodles and balloon

At 3;15, it is cleanup time and meet in the Sanctuary for a brief ceremony.

After the ceremony we will enjoy our potluck downstairs.

See you there!  

DORCHESTER INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD CAMPOREE 

May 10 – 12, 2019.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!

What is DIBC?

DIBC is a huge camp for Scouts and Guides that has been occurring every year on Mother’s Day Weekend for 30 years. The 24th Scout Troop has been participating in DIBC for 27 years. There will be close to 4000 attending. Troops from as far away as Kentucky and Georgia have attended in the past. DIBC is held at Camp Bel in Dorchester, Ontario. DIBC is well run and organized yet still seems to get better every year. It is an awesome experience for youth and leaders alike. Check out this picture of DIBC 2012! For more information about DIBC, go to http://dibc.on.ca/

School

Although Scouting does not condone absence from school for events, we feel that this weekend’s experience is worth a ½ day off. This will allow us to get set up in daylight and have the evening to meet other Scouts and familiarize ourselves with the site.

Departure

All drivers and Scouts (in FULL uniform) should be at St. James’-Rosemount United Church by 12:30 PM on Friday, May 10, 2019 for roll call and packing. If you are unable to get the afternoon off school, arrangements can be made to meet us for supper at Dorchester.

Return

The camp is over Sunday before noon. We’ll be back on Sunday by 12:30 pm. (If we are wet, we will need everyone’s help to hang tents to dry before departing the church.)

Cost

The cost for the weekend is $75.00. This includes the Camp registration, a Camp Crest, meals, camp supplies. There is a tuck shop and a souvenir shop on site if you wish but spending money is at your discretion. Please Remit on Monday, May 6, 2019.

PhysFit Form

The camp requires a Physical Fitness form be on file in the camp office for every participant as well as a copy with the leader. These will be returned to us at the end of the camp and be subsequently destroyed. Please complete the form which can be found here.

Return with your payment on Monday, May 6, 2019.

Packing List

Printer Friendly Packing lists are found in the Scout > Camp Packing Lists section.

Transportation

We will travel by car to Dorchester. Parental help will be required for transportation of youth and possibly gear.
MAP & DIRECTIONS

PLEASE NOTE: Elgin Road is closed for construction north of the 401.  As this is the usual exit we take, we will now have to exit the 401 at the previous exit – Putnam Road, go north, turn left on Breen Road and then left on Hamilton Road.  The map linked above reflects this change.

Medication (Drugs)

Absolutely all medications must
-be in the original container.
-have explicit directions and boys’ name on the container.
-not be packed in the boys’ gear.
-be given directly to the LEADER by the PARENT on arrival at the church.

Meals

Your meals will be planned, prepared and eaten as a Troop. There will be a duty roster so that everyone has an opportunity to help prepare and clean up.

Accommodation

We will camp as a Troop. We will provide sufficient 2-3 man tents for our youth. Our site is likely to be very cramped so care will have to be taken when moving about the campsite. We will also have a large dining shelter for meal prep and shelter.

Badge Trading

Badge Trading is a great way to meet other Scouts from other areas. Be Prepared! There is lots of opportunity to trade badges with fellow Scouts so you may want to bring a supply of traders.

Activities / Events

There is a long list of over 100 awesome events to choose from. Each Patrol will decide which events they wish to do as a Patrol and must participate in the events as a Patrol. Check out the list – DIBC – Events .

EMERGENCY Contact Info!

Camp address is 4926 Hamilton Road, Dorchester, Ont, NOL-1G6
Nearest crossroad is Elgin Road #73
Camp Phone 519-268-7703
The simplest way to reach us is to email scouts@24th.ca

SIGN UP FOR DIBC

Before going to the sign up form, Please make sure that you have familiarized yourself and your parents with the information on this page and at the relevant links.

SIGN UP HERE

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