SCOUT NOTES

Manawatu Standard, Volume LX, Issue 239, 6 September 1940, Page 10

SCOUT NOTES

A SCOUT’S LOYALTY. (By “Rangi.”) In. these days of war wc find just how well Scouts are "obeying their second law: “A scout is loyal to God and the King.” Scouts in England at present are doing great work as coast watchmen and guarding tunnels and bridges, thus relieving a large number of men for more important duties. As in the last war, Scouts are watching miles of telephone wires, reporting broaks if any are made. Scouts help with the collecting of scrap metal, rags and paper to help further the war effort. Here m Palmerston North Scouts have assisted in the postmen’s drive, tho patriotic copper trails and in various other works wnieh have taken place. We are determined to assist in every possible way towards ' victory. This is the Scout’s way of showing loyalty to the King. A Scout's duty to God lies in regular church attendance and by attending all church parades with his troop. All Scouts are making a special effort to attend church on tho special Day of Prayer asked for by the King. At a recent Scouters’ meeting it was decided that uniforms would not bo worn, and no actual church parade would be made.

Scouts in Christchurch and Palmerston North have a special corner of tho Christchurch Cathedral and All Saints’ Church, respectively, set aside as a Scouts’ Corner. Here Scouts can worship God in their own section of the church. Thus Scouts fulfil their duty to God.

TROOP JOTTINGS. 3rd. West End.—Last week-end the Owl patrol under the leadership of Eric Bailey went into camp. Owing to Friday being wet- camp was postponed to Saturday morning. Wo arrived at the site at about 8.4 b and in 2* hours had tents pitched, brrakfast cooked, and had started on a hike. Wc followed tho Manawatu River lor approximately a mile and then cut in acro-cj country till wc reached the Alangaone Stream where we had lunch and did sonic fishing. Jt was here, while trying to cross the stream, that Kawau put hie foot on the wrong side of a log, did a somersault, and finished sitting in the middle of the water. Of course this caused quite a laugh. After having a rest wc followed the Mangaone Stream to where it joined the .Manawatu River. Here wc had games, including hares and hounds, and also a great “dirt” fight during which Kawau once again got into trouble. After tea, which we had hack at camp, we had a small camp fire and a game of soccer in the dark. On Sunday Manua had to return to Palmerston North, but Kawau took us for another small hike. This time wc were back for dinner. Manua also arrived for dinner. A little excitement was caused bv a steer which came into a clearing in which wo were having an hour's rest. Kawau was asleep a little distance from the rest of us and the steer, on becoming frightened on seeing us. ran right towards him. Kawau woke with a start as the steer barged right past him. On Sunday night wc built a big fire on the banks of the river and there enjoyed a camp fire. Kawau and Manua went back to work at 6.45 a.tn. Monday morning and camp was broken and tho boys with P.L. Eric Bailey in charge were back at headquarters at 10.30 a.m. At the Monday night parade signalling was taken as the main subject and Manua told us of a future grand knot-tying competition. As games we had boxing and dodge ball. 4th Palmerston North All Saints’ Troop. —On account of the 6chool holidays the troop had a break from the usual routine. Various stimulating games were introduced by some of the patrol leaders. One of the games, although not a new one, was carried out in a vigorous fashion. This game is played by chasing the\ person on you righthand round a circle and at the same time trying to make him uncomfortable by brandishing a strap or rope. The unwary suffer most. The latter part of the evening was spent in exorcises ovor tho steel bar. These vigorous exercises were demonstrated by Hawkoyc who afterwards assisted the smaller members of the troop in mastering the heights of the gymnastic bar. The troop was paid an unexpected visit by L.A.C. Hugh Callender who was a former member of Huwkcye’s troop in Dunedin. After the Court of Honour meeting several members set out for an unknown destination where they intended to spend the week-end. Now the warm weather is approaching these excursions, being practical experience in scouting, will be carried out by the troop to the best advantage.

9th Palmerston North St. Patrick’s. —Our mooting last, week opened with prayers, the A.S.M. being in charge. Kahu then made comment on the possibilities of a Rugby game with the Dannevirko Scouts. Duo to the lack of members, the date could not bo made this Saturday and has been postponed till September 14. B. Richards and J. Rush gave the troop a hot time in setting a trail for them. Tho troop, however, were smarter than they thought, and they were nut able to return to the hall before getting caught. Mr Gill continued his instruction on ambulance work. _ R. Rapheal has successfully passed his Kim’s game. D. Clapcott has joined his brother's patrol in the troop. The meeting closed with prayers and dismiss. A court of honour followed.