Thursday, July 21, 2011

23rd July

Hi scouts,
23rd July Friday Scout Meeting 2011
Fall in: 1425hr at Primary School Field
Attire: Full Scout Uniform, Pt Kit 2 ( Unit scarf and uniform and unit tee shirt and pe pants )
Time: 1425hr - 1830hr

Activities:
1425-1500: Flag Breaking
1500-1530: Revision on SS theory Test
1530-1800: Scouts Standard Theory Test
1800-1830: Dismissal and Flag Breaking

SS theory Test

Important things to study for SS theory paper 2011 this Friday Meeting:

i) National Flag, Anthem, and Pledge
a. Know the meaning of the various symbols and colours of the National Flag
b.Explain the meaning of the National Anthem
c. Have an Understanding of the Pledge and how a Scout can do his part as a citizen in keeping the pledge.

ii) Exploration
a. Have Knowledge of Highway and Country Codes
b. Know the road Safety rules for pedestrians and cyclist
c. Know the theory on Map and Compass, including Map Grid Reference (MGR), Scales and Signs, Symbols in Maps, Compass Bearings and directions, and Setting a Map

iii) Camping
a.Know how to pack a rucksack efficiently for a hike and for a weekend outdoor camp and to waterproof it.
b.Read up on your campcraft, including 6-men ridge tent components like uprights, flysheets etc.
c. Be knowledgeable on how to build a 6- men ridge tent and its equipments.

Scouts can read up all of the above components from the Training Manual.
*hint: all of the topics are group together in their respective components
Please study for the test as it is a major component in your Scout Standard. Clearing 3 components ( 9 sub components ) if you pass it
Scouts who have any question can approach any Seniors or your PLs for clarification. You can do so during the revision time during meeting.

Franklin