Saturday 6th February 2010  09:00

We joined up with the 33rd Scouts, leaders and explorer and set off from Overton car Park to walk the full length of the Greenock Cut, stopped for elevenses at Cornalees and then on to Wemyss bay via the 6 miles of the Kelly cut. All the boys, girls and the dog managed the walk with ease. One of the leaders required assistance - not the oldest!. We were met at Wemyss Bay by Graham and Donald the bus, after refuelling on chips we made our way back to Greenock.

This was the first of our West Highland Way practice hikes, the next 2 will be more challenging to give a true indication of what can be expected - dates will be on the calendar.

Photos now in the gallery

Our Easy Fundraising account now totals over £50.

The group will receive this money as a cheque, for spending on games, equipment or anything else.

Thanks for all the effort so far, and remember to use Easy Fundraising whenever you're buying anything online.

Another successful week at the Arts Guild. Guidespell is part of Girl Guiding Greenock Division's centenary celebrations. GSL would like to thank all members of the Group who helped out on stage and especially backstage. More information and pictures can be found at www.guidespell.co.uk.

From District Scout Notes:

6th (1st Gourock) Celebrations

On Saturday 14^th November 60 members, former members and invited guests gathered at Gourock Golf Club for a dinner to celebrate 100 years of Scouting in Gourock.  Group Executive Chairman John Blair spoke about the history of the group and the legacy of DB King. Roger Manson spoke at length about the history of Gourock and its connections with the Scouts. District Commissioner, David McCallum spoke briefly then made formal presentations.  Wood Beads to Network Leader Calum McCready, on completion of his training.  He then presented the highest award in Scouting, the Queens Scout Award, to Martin Jones, Scout Leader. He summarised Martin’s achievements in completing the various demanding elements of the Award . John Blair and former Scout Leader Dennis George cut a celebration cake. GSL Gordon McCready concluded the formal part of the evening with a vote of thanks to the speakers and John Hawthorn for his continued support to the group.  Many thanks to our long serving Committee members Margot Cowie and Val Boyle for excellent organisation.

Photos are available to view in the gallery.

You can read our recent page in the Telegraph by clicking on the picture below.

Many thanks to all the Leaders, Exec members, parents and staff at Auchengillan that made the weekend a success.

Thanks to Cameron being a bit snap happy it will take us a wee while to upload all the photographs

Watch this space (UPDATE:half of them (!) now online)

Annual Registration for all sections will take place at Drumshantie Road on Tuesday 25th August 2009. Leaders will be avilable from 6.30pm to 8.00pm.

What is involved? -  fill out a contact form for your son / daughter, pay the appropriate fees and find out anything about the running of the Scout Group from the Leaders.

Infomation on what and where to buy uniforms will also be provided.

Additional information about the  Group Camp at Auchengillan will also be available ( if not already received in post).

Section Details

Beavers  5 - 8 yrs old   Tuesday 6.30 -7.30pm

Cubs  8-11 yrs             Thursdays 6.30 -8pm

Scouts 11- 14 Yrs       Fridays 7 - 9pm

Explorers 14-18 Yrs   Wednesday 8 -10pm

Network  18-25 Yrs    Variable !

If you have any concerns about payment of fees, medical concerns etc I can be contacted at   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 07771 733 086