Rainy Days

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showered. At 7pm the Fgura Scouts came, and after a quick introduction we started with the activities. We were split into four groups and each scout was responsible for their respective group. After a few minutes the groups would change: 4-1, 1-2, 2-3, 3-4. I was in group 4 and our first lesson was about songs we could sing around a camp fire – ‘Campfire’s Burning’, ‘Soldier’s Song’, BP Spirit and…I forgot the last one!!. Next was ropes and knottying – we only had time to learn two types of knots - the Thumb Knot and the Reef Knot. I really enjoyed that lesson! Next up was Fire. We didn’t actually start a fire but instead learnt what was needed and how to start it. We also learnt about the fire triangle. We were supposed to have sessions on mapping and compass reading but unfortunately we were out of time. Then we marched over to the camp fire to have supper. We had fire-cooked hot dogs and roasted marshmallows for dessert. After that, we played ‘bulldogs’ and then it was lights out. Seb and I tried to play some of the card games we had brought but we both agreed that the games were boring so we went to sleep instead!!

SATURDAY 8TH OCTOBER. We were up quite early. At 7.30am we were instructed by Ms Abela to pack our belongings and take down our tent because we would be picked up at around 9am. Seb and I swiftly took down our tent but then realised that Seb had only brought one bag for the tent and the tarp. We managed to squeeze the tent into the bag but, as we predicted, the tarp wouldn’t fit. After minutes of trial and error we resorted to asking for help. Ms Abela somehow managed to fit the tarp into the bag – I was amazed she managed! After everyone was packed, we headed to the School’s main entrance to wait for our parents. The Survival Night was the first opportunity we had to experience sleeping at school in an amazing setting surrounded by the bastions. Activities with the Scouts, singing around the camp fire, eating hotdogs and roasting marshmallows…an enjoyable evening with a difference!

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Editor: Sylvana Debono It’s that time of year again. St Edward’s college may be a great school but, as yet we have not controlled the weather! Students need to carry waterproof jackets (black, dark grey, maroon or navy blue please!) and these can be worn when moving between blocks only. Those who have lockers should keep a pair of socks and a towel.