The Epping RSL will be commemorating Anzac Day with a march on Sunday 21st April 2013.
 
Meet in Rawson St, outside the Epping RSL at 1:45 pm for a 2:00 start.  Participants will go upstairs to the Grand Ballroom for a 30 minute service.  After this, everyone will form up outside and march up Rawson Street, turn right at the roundabout into Bridge Street then right again into Victoria Street. The march is led by the Golden Kangaroos Marching Band.  There will be a wreath laying ceremony at the Cenotaph where participants can also lay the poppies given to them earlier at the service.  Everyone will then march back to the RSL where afternoon tea is provided by the RSL.  Parents can pick up their children from the Ballroom from around 3:30 onwards.  Traffic in the streets is stopped by the police to ensure the safety of those marching.  
 
Parents are welcome to attend the service and the wreath laying ceremony and also follow alongside the march.  They can also join in with the afternoon tea.
 
Due to the age (both young and quite old) of some of those marching, consideration is always given to the weather.  If rain is imminent, the outdoor component of the activity might be held indoors instead.

The local Scouts and Guides will be participating in the Granny Smith Parade through the streets of Eastwood.   Join the usual 100 + Scouts and Guides from Groups in our local district to show that the Scouting movement is alive and flourishing.  Let us make it the largest group in the parade.  The parade usually commences around 9:30 from the mustering location adjacent to Eastwood Oval.  This year, our float number is 25.  Eastwood/Marsfield's truck and Epping's boat will be there to help promote the Scouting movement.  At the end of the parade, meet up with your parents, spend some time at the stalls and amusements while taking in the festive atmosphere. 

Epping Joeys, Cubs and Scouts will be participating in JOTA/JOTI in 2012 on Saturday, 20 October from 2:30pm to 4:00pm.  We may continue on later depending on interest.  Our call sign is eppingscouts2121.  Details at JOTA/JOTI website.

Group Camp for 2012 will be held at Camp Windeyer from Friday 12th to Sunday 14th October.  Camp Windeyer is located near Galson, about 30 minutes drive from Epping.  This camp is for youth members from all sections (Joeys, Cubs, Scouts, Venturers and Rovers) of the Epping group.  Parents are welcome to help the leaders and enjoy the experience of camping.  Arrive any time after 7pm on Friday evening.  There is dormitory accommodation for the Joeys and plenty of flat grassy space for the others to set up tents.  The Rovers have again offered to do their wonderful, juicy Spit Roast for Saturday dinner.     As with all camps, each Joey must be accompanied by a parent while they are attending the camp.  Access to the campsite is via a small boat which can be rowed across the creek or, if you are lucky, someone might pull you across with a rope.   Please indicate on the Activity Notification form (A1) when you will be arriving so that appropriate catering arrangements can be made.

FULL uniform is to be worn by all invested members.
 
Meet in Rawson St, outside the Epping RSL at 1:45 for a 2:00 start.  Participants will go upstairs to the Grand Ballroom for a 20 minute service.  After this, everyone will form up outside and march up Rawson Street, turn right at the roundabout into Bridge Street then right again into Victoria Street. The march is led by the Golden Kangaroos Marching Band.  There will be a wreath laying ceremony at the Cenotaph where all participants can also lay the poppies given to them earlier at the service.  Everyone will then march back to the RSL where afternoon tea is provided by the RSL.  Parents can pick up their children from the Ballroom from around 3:30 onwards.  Traffic in the streets is stopped by the police to ensure the safety of those marching.  
 
Parents are welcome to attend the service and the wreath laying ceremony and also follow alongside the march.  They can also join in with the afternoon tea.
 
Due to the age (both young and quite old) of some of those marching, consideration is always given to the weather.  If rain is imminent, the outdoor component of the activity might be held indoors instead.

The Epping Scout Group is holding their 4th annual Bush Dance in the hall of St Alban's church in Pembroke St, Epping from 7pm until 11pm on Saturday 11th August.  The Currawong Band are providing the music and calling the dances so no experience is necessary.  Tickets are $10 for a child, $25 for adults and $60 for a family ticket (2 adults and 2 children).  If you book before 30th July your family ticket will only cost $50.  Tickets are available from jamboreebushdance@gmail.com or call 9876 4383 and leave your name and contact details and we can organise tickets for you.  Please book in advance as ticket numbers are limited.  There will be fundraising games, prizes and raffles on the night.  Supper will be provided at around 9pm.

 

If you can't make it to the dance, perhaps you could donate an item to be raffled.  Money raised will assist the Rovers who are volunteering to assist at the 23rd Australian Jamboree in Maryborough, Queensland, in January 2013. 

FULL uniform is to be worn by all invested members.  Shirt, scarf, trousers (beige, stonewash, light brown - or similar), school shoes (or similar).  Jeans are not acceptable.
 
Meet in Rawson St, outside the Epping RSL at 1:45 for a 2:00 start.  Participants will go upstairs to the Grand Ballroom for a 20 minute service.  After this, everyone will form up outside and march up Rawson Street, turn right at the roundabout into Bridge Street then right again into Victoria Street. The march is led by the Golden Kangaroos Marching Band.  There will be a wreath laying ceremony at the Cenotaph where all participants can also lay the poppies given to them earlier at the service.  Everyone will then march back to the RSL where afternoon tea is provided by the RSL.  Parents can pick up their children from the Ballroom from around 3:30 onwards.  Traffic in the streets is stopped by the police to ensure the safety of those marching.  
 
Parents are welcome to attend the service and the wreath laying ceremony and also follow alongside the march.  They can also join in with the afternoon tea.
 
Due to the age (both young and quite old) of some of those marching, consideration is always given to the weather.  If rain is imminent, the outdoor component of the activity might be held indoors instead.

Nord's Wharf Epping Group's annual Family Camp is to be held at Nords Wharf on the banks of Lake Macquarie.  The group will provide canoes, sailing boats and life jackets.  There are no official activities either in, or out of, camp, but there will be opportunities for you to swim, fish, paddle the canoes across the lake or sail with an experienced sailor.  Hot showers and real flushing toilets are available at the campsite.   This is activity is open to all families of the Epping Group.  It will run from 3pm Friday 10th February until 2pm Sunday 12th February.  You are welcome to attend for the whole weekend, half a day or anywhere in between.  However, you will need to let Rama know beforehand to ensure that there will be enough gear for everyone.  Youth members must be accompanied and supervised by their families.  If you need to borrow any cooking or camping gear contact Rama.   This is going to be a fun, relaxing weekend on the beautiful banks of Lake Macquarie.   Cost:   Camping fee: $7 per night per person (for 24 hour period or part there of).       More details and information can be found in the Activity Notification Form below.  You will need to bring a completed copy of page 1 for each person attending.