It's the Southridge District Camp Skills Day. As burgeoning leaders, we're going to help run some stations for Sparks, Brownies and Guides. Its time again to have some fun and learn camping skills! Join us @ Woodward’s Landing for Camp Skills Day from 8:30am to 4:15pm on April 21st, 2018. There will be 6 stations (*subject to change), […]
Registration for the 2018/2019 Pathfinder year starts today! Register online early to save your space in the unit for the fall. Looking for the unit online? The information is: 9th Vancouver Pathfinder Unit, Southridge DS, West Coast Area / ID: 37088
We've got a great activity and special guest lined up for a crafty evening! Come get creative. :)
We're getting ready for our backpacking trip to Newcastle Island! Tonight, we're covering the following topics: Camping here we come #2: individual kit lists for backpacking Camping here we come #3: group gear Camping here we come #4: menu planning Even if you're not coming to camp, this information is valuable and counts towards your […]
We're getting ready for Newcastle Island and covering the following topics tonight: Out on the trails #8: Contingency planning Out on the trails #2 - Foot care Out on the trails #7 - How to pack your bag!
Bring your pack fully packed for camp - we're testing their strength and efficiencies tonight! We'll be reviewing what's in our packs; practicing setting up our backpacking tents; and dividing up our group gear. Modules: Camping Here We Come # 5 - practice with tents Out on the Trails - #5 - essential items
"Intro to Backpacking" Spring Camp at Newcastle Island, BC We're heading to Newcastle Island for the May long weekend! Newcastle is a protected marine park off the coast of Nanaimo. We're staying at a group camping site overlooking the ocean. This is an "intro to backpacking camp," where Pathfinders will plan meals appropriate for the […]
Getting ready for camp is a tonne of fun, but decompressing, debriefing and cleaning up the gear afterwards is an important part of the journey. Bring your group gear to the meeting with you as we'll be reorganizing the gear and documenting out learning for next time!
We're doing a fun service project to help beautiful the neighbourhood and support the environment! Come dressed for the outdoors for this interactive, energetic night. When you volunteer to take part in a Neighbourhood Cleanup Party, you: Create a sense of community and purpose for friends, family, and colleagues in your neighbourhood Reduce pollution in […]
We're doing an amazing kayaking training course with EcoMarine Adventures! Over this two-day course, Pathfinders will learn the essential kayaking skills needed for a great water-sport adventure. On the water we focus on skills such as boat handling, launching, landing and balancing. Once comfortable in the kayak you will learn how to safely exit your kayak […]