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28/10/2026

🐾✨🌟🐾 4th Claremont Cubs – Scouting Ramble: Kirstenbosch Fireflies! 🐾🌟

On Wednesday, 28 October, our Cubs swapped their usual meeting spot for a magical nighttime adventure at the beautiful Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden! 🌿🌙

Armed with headlamps, warm tops and plenty of curiosity, our young adventurers set off on a nature ramble in search of one of nature’s most enchanting sights – fireflies! ✨🪲

Along the way, we learned about natural dangers in the veld, the importance of staying safe after dark, and why sticking together using the buddy system is so important. We also kept our eyes on the night sky and explored how the stars can help us find our way outdoors. ⭐🧭

Most importantly, the Cubs had the opportunity to experience nature in a whole new way, developing their outdoor skills, building confidence and creating wonderful memories together.

A huge thank you to our dedicated leaders and Kirstenbosch for helping make this special scouting adventure possible! 💚

Learning by doing, exploring the outdoors and making memories – that’s what Cub Scouting is all about! 🐾🔥

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23/10/2026

🌟🐾 Healthy Cubs, Happy Cubs! 🐾🌟

Hello parents! 👋

This evening, our Cubs learned all about the importance of keeping our bodies healthy and clean. 🧼💪

Things got a little glow-y as we used glow-in-the-dark paint to see just how well we wash our hands! 👐✨ The Cubs had great fun discovering how easily germs can hide when we don’t wash properly. We also got active and put our climbing skills to the test on the ropes! 🧗‍♂️😄

Unfortunately, the fireflies hid out because of the rain, so we’ll give it another go next week! 🐝✨🔦

Another evening of learning, laughter and adventure with our amazing Cubs! 💚⚜️

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24/09/2026

🔥🥞 That’s a wrap on the term! 🥞🔥

Hello all!

We closed out the term tonight with a little fire, fun and flapjack cooking! The Cubs had a great time learning to light their fires safely and then putting their cooking skills to the test — with varying degrees of success! 😄

There were some beautifully cooked pancakes… and a few that were, shall we say, well done! 😂🥞

A big thank you to all the Cubs for another fantastic term. We hope you have a wonderful and well-deserved break, and we’ll see you all next term!

Happy holidays, Cubs! 🌿⚜️🔥

16/09/2026

🏕️🔥 CAMPING NIGHT – 16 SEPTEMBER 2026 🔥🏕️

Good evening, parents! 👋

Tonight the Cubs got into the camping spirit as we looked forward to the warmer weather! ☀️🏕️

We kicked things off with a stake-hammering relay, followed by a classic Camping Kim’s Game, where the Cubs had to test their memories and see how much camping equipment they could remember! 🧠⛺

Then it was time to SET UP CAMP! The Cubs worked in teams to pitch tents, put up tarps and gazebos, arrange chairs and get everything ready for the evening. They certainly got a taste of what’s involved in setting up a proper campsite! 💪

And, of course, no camping trip is complete without some hot chocolate ☕😋 — followed by a well-earned donut after successfully tearing down camp! 🍩

I hope you can put your Cubs to the test at home… maybe they’ll be a little more helpful with the campsite on the next family camping trip! 🤣🏕️

Tonight’s Cubs learned:
⛺ How to help set up camp
🧠 Memory and observation skills
🤝 Teamwork and leadership
💪 Helping younger Cubs
🔥 Camping skills and responsibility

A great evening of learning, teamwork and a little bit of camping fun! 🐾🏕️

10/09/2026

🌟 From Cubs to Scouts! 🌟

After years of dedicated attendance, adventures, camps, hikes, games and plenty of Grand Howls, it was wonderful to see three brand-new Scouts officially invested into the 4th Claremont Fernwood Scout Troop! 🎉⚜️

A huge congratulations to Josie, Alex & Robyn! 👏

You three have grown so much during your Cub journey, and we’re incredibly proud of you. Now it’s time for the next adventure! 🏕️🥾🔥

Good luck in the Troop, you three — we all know you’re going to absolutely love it! ⚜️
Once a Cub, always a Cub! 🐺

20/08/2026

🌿🐾 Cubs, Conservation & New Adventures! 🐾🌿

Good morning, parents! Last night was another fantastic evening with our Cubs! 🌍♻️ We learned all about pollution and the environment, and most importantly, what we can do to help keep our planet clean and healthy. 🌱💚

Our prospective Leaping Wolf, Josie, also impressed us with a fascinating presentation on the technology behind steam trains 🚂💨 — who knew there was so much to learn about those mighty machines?

And finally, it was time to say a very special goodbye to some of our older Cubs — Alex, Robyn, Josie and Micah. ❤️ Most of them are now taking the next big step and moving up to Scouts! 🏕️⚜️

We are incredibly proud of everything they have achieved and wish them loads of fun, adventure and new challenges in Scouts. Once a Cub, always part of the pack! 🐺💙

12/08/2026

🌿🐾 4th Claremont Fernwood Cubs – Protecting Nature Through the Outdoors! 🐾🌿

Tonight our Cubs headed out from Constantia Nek towards Eagles Nest for an evening of adventure, learning and connecting with nature! 🌲🥾🌙

Our Silver Wolves explored the many important uses of trees 🌳 and learned about endangered South African species, while our Gold Wolves discovered what conservation really means, identified natural resources and practised the Outdoor Code. Along the trail, the Cubs became nature detectives, stopping to listen to the sounds of the forest, observe their surroundings and learn why we should always leave no trace. 🔎🍃🌍💚

Tonight’s message was simple: We are guardians of nature! 🐺🌿
A big well done to our Cubs for their enthusiasm, teamwork and excellent outdoor spirit! 👏🔥

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05/08/2026

🛠️🔨 4th Claremont Cubs – Tools & Safety Night! 🪛🦺

What a fantastic evening of learning some very practical life skills! Our Cubs got hands-on with hammers, screwdrivers, nails and screws, while learning how to use each tool safely and correctly.

They discovered:
🔩 How to turn screws in and out…
👉 “Righty tighty, lefty loosey!” (We’ll let the Cubs remind you! 😄)
🔨 How to use both ends of a hammer and when each is needed.
🦺 Why safety always comes first whenever you’re using tools.

It was great to see everyone giving it a go, building confidence, and learning skills they’ll use for years to come.

🥾 Next week it’s RAMBLE TIME! Make sure to bring your warm clothing, as it’s likely to be a bit chilly and windy where we’re heading. We can’t wait for another evening of adventure together!

29/07/2026

🚑🩹 4th Claremont Cubs Become First Aid Heroes! 🩹🚑

This week our Cubs swapped their adventure hats for first aid gloves as they learned some lifesaving skills! 💛🐺

The evening kicked off with an energetic Chair Lift Relay Race, where teamwork, laughter and a few wobbly rides had everyone smiling! 😂💪

Our Gold and Silver Wolves then got hands-on learning all about:
🩸 Staying safe by checking for hazards
🧤 Why we should never touch blood without gloves
🚨 How and when to call an adult for help
❤️ Stopping bleeding using direct pressure
🩹 Treating simple cuts and grazes
🩺 Using a scarf as an arm sling
🏡 Knowing where emergency shut-off points are and why they matter

There was plenty of excitement as our “patients” suffered some very dramatic tomato sauce injuries! 🍅 Thankfully our Cubs kept calm, worked safely, and came to the rescue like true first aid champions. 👏

To finish off the evening, everyone let their creative side shine by making some hilarious glove balloon faces 🎈😄—proving that learning important skills can be lots of fun too!

A huge thank you to Akela, Mang, Liam, Frank, and all our leaders for putting together another engaging and practical evening. Your enthusiasm and guidance are helping our Cubs grow into confident, caring and capable young people.

Well done to all our Gold and Silver Wolves on working towards their First Aid Advancement badges. We are incredibly proud of you! 🐺💛

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17/06/2026

🐾🔥 4th Claremont Fernwood Cubs – Fire Safety Adventure Night! 🔥🐾

What an action-packed evening of learning, teamwork and fun! Our Cubs became Fire Safety Rangers as they tackled a smoke escape maze, learned emergency fire procedures, practised safe match-lighting skills, and discovered how conservation stoves help protect our environment. 🚒🌿

The highlight of the evening was the Great Cub Flapjack Challenge, where our young chefs cooked delicious flapjacks while demonstrating excellent fire safety, teamwork and outdoor cooking skills. 🥞👨‍🍳👩‍🍳

It was also a special evening of recognition, with many badges being awarded to Cubs who have worked hard throughout the term. Every badge represents effort, perseverance and the willingness to learn new skills, and we are incredibly proud of all our Cubs. ⚜️🏅

Most importantly, a huge congratulations goes to Robyn, who achieved her Leaping Wolf Badge this evening after months of hard work, commitment and dedication. The Leaping Wolf is a significant milestone in a Cub Scout’s journey and reflects consistent effort across a wide range of skills and activities.

🌟 Well done, Robyn! The Pack is proud of you, and your achievement is an inspiration to all our Cubs. 🌟

Thank you to all our leaders, helpers and parents who continue to support our young people as they grow in confidence, character and capability.

As we close out the final meeting of Term 2, we wish all our Cub families a safe and enjoyable holiday.

🐺⚜️ Fun, Friendship, Adventure and Skills for Life! ⚜️🐺

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