The Senior Cub Camp is a very popular event for 10 year old Cubs, taking place at Hawequas Scout Campsite, Wellington. The camp is a great way for 10 year old Cubs to round off their Cub journey, meet Cubs from other Packs, and find out more about the next step: becoming a Scout. Cubs will also earn their Outdoorsman Badge, one of the requirements for their Leaping Wolf. The camp is hugely popular and we always get great feedback from Cubs, parents and leaders.
In 2024 we are running two Senior Cub Camps, one in April and one in October.
Senior Cub Camp 18-20 October 2024
Entries for the October camp close on 7 September.
Pack Scouters are encouraged to send the invitation to parents of all eligible cubs (those who are age 10 on 18 October 2024). Places are limited, and there is always a waiting list, so please apply soon using the application form.
Cubs are to arrive at Hawequas between 16h30 and 17h00 on Friday and must be collected at 14h30 on Sunday. Transport is not included. All meals will be provided. Please ensure that any allergies or dietary requirements are clearly noted on the online application and consent form. Further details will be sent to you by the 27th of September.
The cost of the camp is R750 per person. Please pay the full amount by the 27th of September.
Camp leader applications
We are looking for a team of warranted adult leaders and Scout assistants (age 15+) to staff the camp. Please apply online if you are interested.
Sponsorships and donations
We are looking for sponsors for deserving Cubs who cannot afford the camp fee. This allows us to offer this great event to a wider spectrum of Cubs and not just those from better-off areas. This not only benefits those Cubs, but also the camp community as a whole. If you are willing to sponsor another Cub to attend this event, or contribute partially, please make a donation to Scouts South Africa, Western Cape Region, using the bank details in the camp invitation above. Please use the reference “Donation CubCamp” and let us know by email so we can thank you.
Withdrawals and waiting list
The Senior Cub Camp is always oversubscribed. In April and October 2024 we are prioritising entries from older Cubs between 10½ and 11 since they will not have a chance to attend the next camp. Cubs between 10 and 10½ will be accepted if places are available. Cubs who are not accepted because the camp is fully subscribed will be added to a waiting list and notified if a place becomes available. Cubs who are not accepted will be given priority on the following camp.
If your child needs to withdraw from the camp in advance, please let us know immediately so we can offer the place to another Cub from our waiting list.
Cubs who are not accepted for the camp are eligible for a refund, while those who withdraw more than 7 days before the camp will be entitled to a partial refund. Please refer to the Refund Policy and contact the Western Cape Regional Scout Office to request the refund.
Senior Cub Camp organisers
seniorcubcamp@gmail.com