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The Scouter’s Dispatch April 2011 Page 7“Easy to be Green”73rd Annual Scout & Guide ParadeSaturday, May 28th, 2011In the next few weeks you will receive the2011 Parade information package. Includedis a letter to all leaders, plus this year’s“Parade News” – an information handout forall youth and parents. Please encourage asmany parents and family members aspossible to come out and cheer on ouryouth. That feeling of pride is neverforgotten.We are asking everyone to consider whatthey can do in the Parade that woulddemonstrate various environmentallyfriendly Scouting activities or projects. Doyou have a group favourite: communityclean-ups, natural habitat conservation,reforestation, one of the 3R’s? How can youpromote it? Use your imagination and becreative! It’s your time in the communityspotlight.Are YOU up to the Challenge?Don’t forget the Parade Food DriveChallenge to collect the most food and/ormoney in support of our local food banksthrough Hamilton Food Share. The groupcollecting the most will be given the honourof leading off the Parade. A win-winsituation if I’ve ever heard one. Pleaseremember: “Poverty is Complex. Helping isnot.”Parade Marching Order &Assembly Times at Victoria Park(includes the Girl Guide schedule)Comm. 12 (Central Hamilton) Guides ..8:15Dundurn Scouts ...................................8:15Comm. 12 (East Hamilton) Guides ......8:15King’s Head Scouts ..............................8:15Community 13 Guides ..........................8:15Community 11 Guides .........................8:15Hermitage Springs Scouts ..................8:30Comm. 12 (Cntrl Mountain) Guides ....8:30Mohawk Trails Scouts .........................8:30Comm. 12 (East Mountain) Guides .....8:45Albion Mills Scouts ...............................8:45“Out of Town” Scouts ...........................8:45Parade Officials and volunteers to march atthe end of the Parade. The Parade finishesbehind City Hall. Please listen to and obeyany of the Parade Marshals along the route.The Renovated City HallNow that the renovations of City Hall arecomplete, the reviewing stand and the VIPtent will be back to their normal positions inthe plaza in front of City Hall. The postParade reception will once again be held onthe Mezzanine Level of City Hall. Pleasejoin other Scouters and Friends of Scoutingfor a bit of post parade socialization andrefreshments.Bring your Troop to the ROMFor an unforgettable experience!Take part in specially designed activities for Scouts to earn yourtroop a unique ROM badge.ROM BADGE PROGRAMRegular Prices (General Admission + water) range from $19.50 to$31 per personGroup Admission Prices range from $14 to $25 per person(minimum of 20 paid guests)ActivitiesTroop Trivia: Water - $5 per person - test your knowledge on life’smost precious resource - the perfect quest for the adventuroustroop!Guided Adventure - Let our specially trained ROM Facilitators takeyour troop on a journey around the word! Discover the power,wonder, and scarcity of water & learn what your troop can do to helpconserve water.Call 416 586-5801 or email groupsales@rom.on.caHAMILTON SCOUT SHOPTENT SALESATURDAY, APRIL 30, 201120% OFF ALLTents, COLEMAN Products, LODGE Dutch Ovens, Pie Irons,Sleeping Bags & Daypacks -- Featured: Scenic Pass& Mountain Pass Tents40% OFF ALLUniform & Quick Dry Pants50% OFF ALLGolf ShirtsADDITIONAL SAVINGS:25% OFF – Bush Hats30% OFF – Fleece VestsAdditional 15% OFF Discontinued T-ShirtsThe Scout Shop will be closed for the Easter weekend – Friday,April 22 nd to Monday, April 25 th . The Shop re-opens Tuesday,April 26 th at 10:00 amFor tent specifications visit: www.eurekatentscanada.ca