North of England District Paintballing Day
17th Jun 2009 by Nick Bucknall
On Sunday 12th July at MASSIVE ATTACK PAINTBALL (Seaton, Nr. Seaham on the B1404) The day will be solely for young people who are members of the Boys' Brigade. An excellent opportunity to meet new lads from around the district. It is for 11+ yrs only as this is the sites regulations. (Officer and Helpers are welcome to play) The cost of the day is to be subsidised only for Companies within the North of England District. Companies from around the country are very welcome to attend. Each entrant will pay only £10 for their entry.
This will include: Entry Equipment Hire Gas Gun Hire Body Armour Approx 200 paintballs (Extra can be purchased onsite)
Players to bring their own packed lunch. Each BB company that attends will have to have 1 officer / helper to supervise their players. The officer / helper can play but their day unfortunately cannot be subsidised. Please print off and display the attached poster for the Lads to see. We require a £5 deposit for each entrant to be returned with their booking/disclaimer form.
Deposit and Forms returned to Nick Bucknall Cheques made payable to: MASSIVE ATTACK PAINTBALL The booking form needs to be read and signed by the parent or guardian of each entrant. DEADLINE FOR ENTRY IS MONDAY 6th JULY PLEASE TRY AND BRING AS MANY LADS AS POSSIBLE TO WHAT IS SET TO BE A FANTASTIC EVENT !!
For further information please don?t hesitate to contact me
Nick Bucknall Development Worker 07903 023 588 North East England
England & Wales BB/GB National Band Championships Results 2009
10th Jun 2009 by BBUK HQ
The results of the England & Wales BBGB National Band Championships are now available online.
125 Mile Cycle Ride
3rd Jun 2009 by Roger Vogel
Eight members and leaders of 1st Newbury Company completed a sponsored cycle ride in aid of Naomi House Childrens' Hospice near Winchester, on 9th and 10th May. Company Captain Roger Vogel commented, "The Company Section members have been fully involved with the event since we suggested a fundraising event for Naomi House at the start of the year. The idea was to cycle 125 miles. The boys planned the whole route from Newbury to Burley in the New Forest (where we camped overnight at the Youth Hostel) and the return Journey. The trip home was a bit quicker as we didn't have quite as many 'unplanned detours' where we missed a couple of turnings. The weather was absolutely spot on as well and we only had 4 punctures to deal with (although they were all on the same bike). The Company hopes to raise over £500 for Naomi House and the Anchor Boys and Junior section have also been active in fundraising with a recent sponsored silence and a planned car wash in the new future.
BASIC EXPEDITION LEADERSHIP (SPORTS LEADERS UK - LEVEL 2)
18th May 2009
The Boys' Brigade in Birmingham are organising a BEL course delivered over four weekends and three day-long sessions between October 2009 and February 2010.
To complete the BEL you will also be required to undertake 30 hours working and leading groups.
This is an ideal course for those wishing to instruct within the Expeditions Section of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award at Bronze and Silver levels in open, rural countryside; work towards the Volunteering Section of the Award; develop outdoor leadership skills and is a recognised National Governing Body qualification.
The cost of the course is £175.00 and includes all tuition, registration and residential fees.
Delegates will also complete the NVQ Level 2 in Sport, Recreation and Allied Occupations: Activity Leadership qualification at no additional cost.
The delivery will be in the Midlands area.
Details: Dave Mayo Tel: 01543 271182 or e-mail dave.mayo@chasetrainingsolutions.co.uk
England Athletics - 4th July 2009
5th May 2009 by Wendy Kane
England Athletics Event - 4th July at Harvey Hadden Stadium, Nottingham
The England Athletics Championships are open to all Junior Section (School Year 6) members, Company and Senior members. Teams can be made either Battalion or Company. The event is planned for the afternoon, however, if needed heats will be held in the morning.
Further details can be obtained from Wendy Kane at wendy.kane1@ntlworld.com, and entry forms are available on the competitions page on the BBUK site.
