Information for Groups
On behalf of The Boys’ Brigade, thank you for signing up to Cumbrae Camp. We look forward to meeting you on Friday 26th May and hope you have a safe journey to camp and that the crossing on the ferry from Largs to Cumbrae is enjoyable. On arrival at the Garrison we will get you registered and you will then be shown to your weekend accommodation.
This page contains all the information you require for the weekend and all we ask from all of you is that you bring along a good attitude and a willingness to participate in all the activities to ensure that the camp is a good experience for everyone. The camp staff will do their best to ensure that you enjoy yourself and that there is plenty fun and laughter.
Contact Details
Jackie Wilson – Development & Support Officer (CashBack Project)
Tel: 01324 550 859
Mobile: 07957 716533
Email: jackie.wilson@boys-brigade.org.uk
Travel Information
Ferry to Cumbrae – Caledonian MacBrayne
Tel: 01475 650100
Website: calmac.co.uk
Trainline
Tel: 0871 244 1545
Millport Motors Ltd
Tel: 01475 530555
Consent Form
The Special Activity Consent Form for Cumbrae Camp 2023 can be downloaded here.
This is a fillable PDF, which should be completed electronically by parents/carers and emailed before the event starts to jackie.wilson@boys-brigade.org.uk.
What to Bring
- Completed Consent Form
- Hand sanitiser
- Cup, plate, bowl, cutlery
- Ground mat or camp roll
- Sleeping bag or duvet & pillow
- Torch
- Plastic bags for wet clothing
- Small bag or backpack
- Nightwear & undies
- Toiletries
- Trousers / Leggings for activities – at least 3 pairs but not jeans
- Towels – one for washing and one for “It’s A Knockout” water activities
- Shoes / Trainers (old pair for water activities)
- Shoes (for all other activities)
- Fleeces / Sweatshirts
- T-shirts / Tops
- Waterproof jacket / Coat (we will be doing all activities even if it rains)
- Warm hat
- Water bottle / flask
Important Information
Smoking: There is a no smoking policy anywhere within the campsite area.
Alcohol: The campsite area will be alcohol free.
Mobile Phones: There will be no facilities for young people to charge mobiles.
Valuables: Please ensure that you take care of any valuables you bring with you. The Boys’ Brigade cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage to valuables.
Dietary Requirements: anyone with any special dietary or medical requirements should ensure that they are notified at registration on the Friday night and that they are included in the Special Activity Consent Form.
Tuck Shop: There will be no Tuck Shop on site as there will be plenty opportunity for campers to go to the local shops.
Spending Money: All programmed activities are paid for within the camp money so Companies may make their own decisions on spending money.
Photographs and Video: Given that this is a very special national event, we will have a team taking photos, conducting interviews and taking video to help capture the various exciting activities and young people’s experiences. Please ensure that the team is aware of any relevant image permission issues.
Social Media: If you use social media, we’ll be using #cumbraecamp2023
Instagram: @the_bb_scotland
Twitter: @TheBBScotland
Facebook: The Boys’ Brigade in Scotland
Weekend Programme – Friday
| Time | Activity | Location | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrival & Registration | Drop-In Centre | HQ Staff & Volunteers | |
| 6:00pm | Evening Meal | The Filling Station | |
| 6:45pm | Welcome, Introductions, Camp Information | Marquee | HQ Staff & Volunteers |
| 7:00pm | “Safe Place Challenge” | All Groups to meet at Marquee. Activity | Christian Aid Team, Group Leaders |
| 9:45pm | Evening Prayers | The Filling Station | |
| 10:00pm | Supper | The Filling Station |
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Weekend Programme – Saturday
| Time | Activity | Location | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30am | Reveille | ||
| 8:00am | Breakfast (Groups 1 & 2) | The Filling Station | Sam Alexander |
| 8:30am | Breakfast (Groups 3 & 4) | The Filling Station | Duncan Steven & Harry |
| 9:30am | Group 1 | “It’s a Knockout” West Bay Park | Sam |
| 9:30am | Group 2 | “It’s a Knockout” West Bay Park | Alexander |
| 9:30am | Group 3 | Cycling | Duncan |
| 9:30am | Group 4 | STEM activity | Steven & Harry |
| 12:30pm | Lunch | West Bay Park | |
| 1:30pm | Group 1 | STEM activity | Sam |
| 1:30pm | Group 2 | Cycling | Alexander |
| 1:30pm | Group 3 | “It’s a Knockout” West Bay Park | Duncan |
| 1:30pm | Group 4 | “It’s a Knockout” West Bay Park | Steven & Harry |
| 4:30pm | Free time | ||
| 5:30pm | Evening Meal (Groups 1 & 2) | The Filling Station | Sam Alexander |
| 6:00pm | Evening Meal (Groups 3 & 4) | The Filling Station | Duncan Steven & Harry |
| 7:00pm | Geocaching, Landmarks, Games etc | Front of Garrison & Astro Turf | All |
| 9:00pm | BB’s Got Talent | The Filling Station | Liall & Gorman |
| 10:00pm | Evening Prayers | The Filling Station | All |
| 10:15pm | Supper | The Filling Station | All |
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Weekend Programme – Sunday
| Time | Activity | Location | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30am | Reveille | ||
| 8:00am | Breakfast (Groups 3 & 4) | The Filling Station | Duncan Steven & Harry |
| 8:30am | Breakfast (Groups 1 & 2) | The Filling Station | Sam Alexander |
| 9:30am | Head to Marquee | Marquee | |
| 10:00am | Morning Worship | Marquee | Gus & Mackay |
| 11:15am onwards | Lunch available for cyclists | The Filling Station | |
| 11:30am | Group 1 | Cycling | Sam |
| 11:30am | Group 2 | Raft building | Alexander |
| 11:30am | Group 4 | Cycling | Steven & Harry |
| 1:00pm | Group 3 | Raft building | Duncan |
| 3:00pm | Group 2 | STEM activity | Alexander |
| 3:00pm | Group 4 | Raft building | Steven & Harry |
| 4:30pm | Group 1 | Raft building | Sam |
| 4:30pm | Group 3 | STEM activity | Duncan |
| 6:00pm | Evening Meal (Groups 2 & 4) | The Filling Station | Alexander |
| 6:30pm | Evening Meal (Groups 1 & 3) | The Filling Station | Steven & Harry |
| 7:30pm | Robot Wars (Groups 1 & 2) | Front of Garrison | Sam Alexander |
| 7:30pm | Team Activity (Groups 3 & 4) | Astro Turf | Duncan Steven & Harry |
| 8:30pm | Robot Wars (Groups 3 & 4) | Front of Garrison | Duncan Steven & Harry |
| 8:30pm | Team Activity (Groups 1 & 2) | Astro Turf | Sam Alexander |
| 9:30pm | Free time | All |
|
| 10:00pm | Evening Prayers | The Filling Station | All |
| 10:15pm | Supper | The Filling Station | All |
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Weekend Programme – Monday
| Time | Activity | Location | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30am | Reveille | ||
| 8:00am | Breakfast (Groups 1 & 3) | The Filling Station | |
| 8:30am | Breakfast (Groups 2 & 4) | The Filling Station | |
| 9:30am | Pack up kits | All Groups | All young people and volunteers |
| 10:00am | Camp Craft – Pack up tents | All Groups | All young people and volunteers |
| 11:30am | Camp close | All Groups | All young people and volunteers |
| 12:30pm | Lunch | The Filling Station |
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Activity Groups for the Weekend
Group 1
1st Chryston
208th Glasgow
86th Glasgow
Group Leader: Sam Templeton
Group 2
135th Glasgow
Group Leader: Alexander Cowan
Group 3
1st Vale of Leven
1st West Kilbride
1st Rothesay
9th Glasgow
Group Leader: Duncan Root
Group 4
125th Glasgow
1st Bridge of Weir
14th Paisley
Group Leaders: Steven Low, Harry Lamond
Groups: The groups will all be allocated a group leader who will accompany them to all activities during the weekend.
Tents: Will be allocated on arrival for both young people and leaders.
Camp Staff Team Leaders
On Site Camp Co-ordinator
Jackie Wilson
On Site Marquees & Tents
Iain Shaw
Filling Station Canteen
Jim McVean
Chaplain for Camp
Gus McKay, Cumbrae Parish Church
Musician
Simon McNeil
First Aid
Jackie Wilson, Jim McVean, David Hannah, Stephen Low
Inter-Tent Competitions
Gillian Hay, Liall Gorman
STEM Activities
David Hannah
Group Leaders
Sam Templeton, Duncan Root, Alexander Cowan, Steven Low, Harry Lamond
Additional Information
The “It’s a Knockout” activities will be led by trained instructors at West Bay Park.
Helmets and bicycles will be hired/supplied from Mapes of Millport.
Raft building will be led by trained instructors.
Timings: All group activities are as stated so the inter-tent competitions can be completed within these blocks of time as it won’t for example take two hours to participate in the STEM activities or cycle round the island. The timings will also allow for some free time for all campers.
BB’s Got Talent: If you play a musical instrument, sing, tell jokes, dance, etc please let us know so we may include you in the programme.
If you require any further local information for Cumbrae please contact Jackie Wilson.
We look forward to seeing you all at Cumbrae Camp 2023!
