meerkat october 2013
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MeerkatExplorerScoutUnit
ExplorerScoutLeader–ChristopherIngham–07816517838
AssistantExplorerScoutLeader–DanielWood
UnitAssistant–SusanHopkinson
www.meerkatesu.blogspot.com
17 October 2013
Dear Parents/Carers and Explorer Scouts
Bag Pack
We had an impromptu bag packing session with the Mongoose Unit last Saturday at Morrisons, we had4 Explorers, Marianne and myself and our share came to £163 for a few hours work, well done guys, we
will have more sessions booked for us and therefore more chances to earn some funds for theinternationals.
Remembrance Parade
A usual spot on the district diary is the Remembrance parade in Morley, it is one of a few events I expect ALL explorers to attend - If you assist in a group which has their own service you may attend there.We have been asked by the district commissioner (and therein representatives from the local council)that following the parade Explorer Scouts would assist in providing teas and coffees in the town hall. This
would show the explorer scout section in a great light and would show members of the public that theexplorer scouts are a team to be looked up to.Smart uniform – washed neckers, clean shirt, school trousers/uniform trousers and smart shoes are
essential.Meeting times will be passed on next week.
Bonfire Camp
Attached is the permission form for the Bonfire camp at Walesby Forest Scout Campsite,
Nottinghamshire, NG22 9NG, the cost for the camp will be £25, Explorers to arrive on site (Cars must
stay in the car park and kit walked to site) at 19:00, and meet at the statue of Robin Hood where a
Leader will direct you to the site. We have to be off site on Sunday by 12.00, so can parents arrive to
collect your son /daughter by 11.30 at the latest. We are aiming to have a rifle shooting session and an
additional shooting form is attached – no form, no shooting, site rules.
PC forms and monies back next week please.
PLEASE INFORM CHRIS ON ANY DIETARY REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO THE EVENT ON THE
NUMBER BELOW.
Many thanks
CHRIS, DAN AND SUE
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MeerkatExplorerScoutUnit
ExplorerScoutLeader–ChristopherIngham–07816517838
AssistantExplorerScoutLeader–DanielWood
UnitAssistant–SusanHopkinson
www.meerkatesu.blogspot.com
PARENTAL CONSENT FORM – AIR RIFLE SHOOTING
Please note that specific parental permission is required before a young person can take partin this activity. The activity will be run by trained air rifle instructors.
If any additional information is required please do not hesitate to contact one of the event leadersPARENT OR GUARDIAN’S CONSENT (Before signing please read the extracts printed
below)
I being the parent/guardian of the person named below declare that he/she is not subject to restriction
by virtue of the regulations set out in Section 21 of the Firearms Act 1968 (extract printed below) and
hereby give permission for ………………………………………………………………… (name of young person)to take part in Air rifle/Pistol shooting at Walesby Bonfire Camp 1st-3rd November
Please state if he/she has a disability or condition which may be affected by this activity
………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Please indicate details of any medical treatment they are receiving at the moment
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Signature(Parent/Guardian)…………………………………....……………..Date……………………
EXTRACTS from the Firearms Act 1968 “Section 21”
(1) A person who has been sentenced (to custody for life or) to preventive detention, or to imprisonment or to corrective training for a term of three years or more (or to youth custody (or detention in a young offender institution) for such a term), or who has been sentenced to be detained for such a term in a youngoffenders institution in Scotland, shall not at any time have a firearm or ammunition in his possession.
(2) A person who has been sentenced….to imprisonment for a term of three months or more butless than three years (or to youth custody (or detention in a youth offender institution) for sucha term), or who has been sentenced to be detained for such a term in a detention centre or in a
young offenders institution in Scotland, shall not at any time before the expiration of the period of fiveyears from the date of his release have a firearm or ammunition in his possession.
THIS MEANS: Section 21 prohibits the possession of a firearm and ammunition (under any circumstances), by any person whohas been convicted of a crime and sentenced to a term of imprisonment (or its equivalent for young persons) of 3
months or more. The prohibition applies in all circumstances, including handling and firing at an approved shootingclub or at a clay pigeon shoot where a certificate is not ordinarilyrequired. It also applies to the possession or use of other categories of firearms and ammunition such as
AIRGUNS or shot cartridges for which a certificate is not needed. A sentence of 3 months to 3 years attracts a 5 year prohibition, shorter ones no prohibition but a longer one meansa life ban.