Adventurous Activities

It's great to introduce Beavers to adventurous activities that they can then build on as they progress through the sections. These are adventurous activities that are easily available in East and South or the surrounding areas. Remember as with any activity it is important to have a proper risk assessment, some external companies may have their own but it is important to check and modify as appropriate.

All of the activities in this list can be used to fulfill the requirements of part 1 of the My Adventure Challenge Badge.

Laser Shooting
£2.00 per Beaver

Laser shooting is a great introduction to guns and shooting. Whilst the guns are risk free they are treated as though they shoot live rounds and as such introduce Beavers to the concept of Gun safety in a safe secure way.

To book a session email Tony at st.mellons-cubs@ntlworld.com

District Climbing Wall
The climbing wall can be hired out from the district stores and is a great first introduction to bouldering

To enquire contact matty@eastandsouth.org.uk

Boulders
£45 per group of 8

Normally Boulders will only take climbers from age 7 however they will take Beaver Groups even if some of the Beavers are still 6. The instructors lead the sessions and provide all the necessary safety equipment.

To book a session email info@boulders-climbing.com or telephone: 02920484880.

Grass Sledging
£15 for hire of 2 sledges + 50p per helmet

Grass Sledges and Helmets can be hire out from the district stores all you need to find is a suitable hill

To enquire contact matty@eastandsouth.org.uk

Swimming
For local pools contacts and prices can be found on the Local Contacts page. Note that all Cardiff pools require a 2:1 ratio in the water for Beaver Scouts

This can also be used for the Swimmer Staged Activity Badge requirements

Hiking
Hiking is a low cost activity which can be done almost anyway.

A hike can also earn Beavers the Hikes Away Staged Activity Badge as long as it fulfills the requirements

Archery
Donation

Archery requires skill and power and so is great to introduce it as early as Beavers

To enquire about booking contact Martin and Sue at fourovusesu@yahoo.co.uk

Caving
£3

A flexible caving system can be hired from the district stores all that's needed with it is a grassy outdoor area and some tarpaulin. It introduces the Beavers to caving in a secure environment

To enquire contact matty@eastandsouth.org.uk

Crate Stacking
It may be possible to organise crate stacking through district

contact matty@eastandsouth.org.uk to discuss options

Water Activities
Barry Boat Base will take Beavers out in some sessions on the water.

Phone 07855 463293 to discuss exactly what can be available for Beavers.