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| Posted by Simon Baker-Irons on Jun 06 2011 |
Bognor Carnival July 3rd
2011-06-04
Action Update
1. Practise sessions –
Saturday 11th June at A & P 11am - 1.00pm. Opportunity for Leaders to understand basic music requirements and instruments plus chants. Please encourage interested Cubs, Scouts & Explorers to attend. Limited practise scope dependent upon instrument availability at present........ Bring what you can.
Tuesday 14th June at Spur starting 6.30pm until approx. 8.30 – 9.00pm Further practise hopefully with more instruments again please encourage interested Cubs, Scouts, Explorers & Leaders to attend.
Tuesday 28th June Brent Road Scout Hut 6.30pm to 8.30 – 9.00pm approx. Last practise opportunity and final Carnival plan wrap up. We need as many Leaders, Scouts, Cubs & Explorers as able to make it.
2. Instrument Construction –
All sections of all Groups please identify who will attend, who will carry a flag and who will play an instrument. Whilst approaches are in progress with West Sussex Education Department for the loan of drums from FCC this cannot be assumed as a given therefore we must continue to develop our contingency of DIY equipment. If every potential percussionist is responsible for a drum then we should cater as required. I have three large DIY drums that I have reserved for Arctic Fox Explorers and have 5 Agogo bells. As stated, Chris Boreham at Felpham has access to cylindrical containers that can be used as they are or cut in half etc. If we all continue to forage for suitable items we will then need to categorise our selection into the core components of the Samba band (as described in previous communication).
3. Dress code –
On the day anything goes if any Section or Group wish to go to town or individuals within. Check out Google images as required for Samba, Notting Hill etc etc. Alternatively Group T shirts. It was suggested that Scouts, Beavers & Cubs should wear scarves for identification. If Explorers are willing to go to town dress wise I have elected to let Arctic Fox off the hook for scarves. I have investigated assorted fabrics from assorted sources but the cost limits this therefore I recommend that beavers, Cubs, Scouts & Explorers raid their Grans & parents attics as required. Personally I would rather demonstrate a fun image rather than “perfect Scouts” however I respect the wishes of individual GSL’s / Section leaders. We can utilise flags over shoulders & stapled or safety pinned as a backup.
4. Float décor –
In the previous communication I made suggestions as to what Group/Sections should be responsible for what part of the float decoration. I am attempting to spread the load and share the burden but also provide an opportunity for every Group/Section to “do their bit” to enable a total Bognor District contribution. However understanding that Summer programmes may have already been established that did not facilitate carnival preparation I would appreciate confirmation as to whom is definatly doing what, or if unable to I can re-allocate in good time to avoid a panic. (This is the preparation of the side panels, the vertical trees, etc).
5. 2nd & 3rd July –
On Saturday 2nd we have access to the truck that we will be using at F & G Transport , Unit 7 Beeding Close Bognor Regis (Industrial estate behind Wiley’s). This is the day that we will need all the side panels trees, backdrop, banners etc etc to be rigged up on the truck. Whilst many hands make light work it may be that around 10 – 15 Leaders would suffice on the day. We will need plenty of resource to mount your creations securely so Gaffa Tape, cable ties, rope, string, staple guns will all come in handy plus any paints used to do final touch ups.
Sunday 3rd we have access to West Park at 12 noon, I will aim to work with F & G Transport with a view to get the truck in place ASAP. Last minute tweaks can then be undertaken. The parade starts at 2.30pm so it would be advisable to have all Scout sections arrive about 2.00pm. I may request that any key drummers arrive a bit earlier if able, to allow for some last minute practise. The parade ends at the Regis Centre Car Park. The awards will be given at 5.00pm. Floats will not be parked at the Regis Centre car park but along Clarence Road or the Esplanade – We will need to consider best place for pick up nearer the time but as the roads will be closed we should be OK to stay with the float for easy location.
Could all Section Leaders ensure that their charges have access to hats, sunscreen & water.
6. Communication –
I have only received a couple of questions regarding the Carnival yet I have disclosed a lot of detailed information. Please do not hesitate in emailing or calling me or any of the Carnival Team should you have any questions. We have tried to cover all points but do need clear understanding.
I have asked for approx. numbers attending. I need to return a form to the Council by the 23rd June latest but would like to wrap this up sooner. Please respond to me with confirmation of your Groups attendance and what numbers we can expect plus how many are willing to carry a flag and how you are doing regarding instruments and float dressing.
YIS
Tim Holland & Bognor District Carnival Team
Last changed: Jun 06 2011 at 6:24 AM
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