Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

From Jan 2012, we will begin to collect those frequently asked questions we have been receiving and answer on the FAQ page – there will be regular monthly updates and then as we move closer to the event we will update frequently – stay tuned and remember Cub Scouts, Leaders and the parents can all access this information to assist with a better understanding and planning for Cuboree 2012.

Magical Mystery Tour Transport

The Magical Mystery Tour begins the moment you step on board the bus, this is all part of the Cuboree with activities, games, songs and other activities throughout the journey. 


It is anticipated that you will pick up other members of your Cuboree Pack during your trip and this provides an opportunity for the Cub Scout and Leaders to get to know one another. 


We do not have any other alternatives to transport arranged as this is a Cuboree activity and will form part of the Cuboree Award.

Information updates

At the beginning of 2012 there will be the following information kits available online:

·         Cuboree Leader Handbook

·         Cuboree Parent Handbook

·         Suggested Packing List

Applications Closing Date Update

Due to demand and to assist with this particularly challenging year for Queensland families we have agreed to extend the closing date until 12 December for those later comers amongst our Cub Scout community.

We will require a minimum of 1^st payment with the application and 2^nd payment before Cub Scouts return in the New Year for the applications to be processed.

We will be shortly determining the transport routes required and therefore need to know where people will be coming from and how many to assist with booking bus transport. 

Of course like all logistical facilities including extra toilets and showers they will require deposits to be able to book – Cuboree is a self-funded activity therefore your payment provides these deposits*. 

Thanks for your understanding.

Rikki

Robyn Devine

Cuboree 2012 Camp Chief

Scouts Qld

*Please note: if a family is finding this difficult due to financial hardships please discuss with the Branch Commissioner Cub Scouts any possible alternative payment plan options to meet the Cuboree requirements.

Site updates

 Please return here in the next few days to see new updates around Cuboree. Things are returning to normal and regular updates will start appearing. A new merchandise page is also coming with a great item to get ready for the cool nights in Rocky.

Less than 300 days to ago

Another marker has come and gone, we have less than 300 days until Cuboree starts. Remember applications close on December 2, 2011.

Seeonee Park Cuboree 2012 Planning Weekend - Day 2

Day 2 comes to life. The Seeonee Park bunkhouse was very comfortable and there were plenty of beds to go around.

One lone wolf took the weekend as an opportunity test run a new swag tent. Very brave considering the mischief leaders can get up too! Many a suggestion were heard as to what may occur during the night, but it all came to nothing and eight arose to with high expectations for the day.

Once breakfast was finished everyone headed out to explore the landscape. It soon became very real at how large Seeonee Park is. There are several good sized camp or activity spots at the front of the park.

The initial outing saw us remain close to the bunkhouse and den as we were expecting Rockhampton Leaders, David and Joanna, to arrive and provide a guided tour of the area. Upon their arrival, our tour took us through many tracks and open spaces that again provided many discussion points




As we continued to assess the area, those Sub Camp leaders able to attend began staking claims. I think by the end there were several changes and rethinks on that initial spot.

This became a theme of the day. The change in where and how the Cuboree should be laid out. Watching people like John, Allan and Tim in deep discussion and idea tossing was great to be apart of.


One thing that did strike us was the hidden wonders. Some creek beds provided those with cameras a great opportunity to take great snaps. There is certainly enough to explore and find, a wonderland for cubs. Plenty of mystery in and around every corner.

There was also an encounter with a brown snake, frightened an eagle from it's tree and lucky enough to spot a twang frog mouth owl high up in the tree (eagle eye Sallie).

The final area provided the best chance to see just how big some of the areas are. The local four wheel drive group had cleared a huge area for an event next weekend, and it provided a good view and think tank opportunities.

This area was known as Brown Hut camp ground, for obvious reasons, but it also had a shed that would allow as the kitchen and serving area. Once annexes put up eating tables could be arranged in a wide area next to it.

Another area yielded a hole in the ground that once seen most thought this to be a good spot for another activity base. This ideas generated were coming thick and fast, but they were all suggestions and as the particular base lease was not at this weekend all those ideas would be passed on as they would have the final say on the ideas and location.

We were lucky enough too to wander to the weir and this area provided one of the most magic and beautiful spots I have seen for a long time. The at rest water mirroring the banks and sky. Water plants in patches along the water provided many a photo chance and more thinking on the uses for the pool of water. Some serious and some not.

One little item that was provided was the outback showers and there were very many funny concepts concocted on how took it useable. At least those cubs using this facility will have plenty to comment on. Yes it was only a pack of leaders thinking out loud, but it did provide some good laughs.

It was at this point we returned to base and had lunch. We used this time to work through the thoughts and concerns of the morning. In the end it was decided the afternoon would be a plotting session where, with GPS in hand and thanks to Ian Rub, the draft concept for the sub camps were put together.

Even as we were plotting, those Sub Camp Leaders with us on the trip were picking up ideas on how to best use the areas and items found inside the areas for their camp spots.

By 3pm the plotting had been completed and 6 headed out on a venture to Yeppoon and Emu Park. This was all part of planning but these are secret locations and if I note them this blog site would soon end :)

All in all it was a good day and with another run to the Glenmore Tavern for more great meals, and one last think tank the day was over.

Tomorrow we return home in the knowledge we are going to have one of the best events yet.