Thanks to the generosity of the people of Falmouth and Penryn, our unit's staff, cadets and its supporters raised £15,600 for this year's Poppy Appeal!
Poppy Appeal 2013
Remembrance Parade 2013
Falmouth & Penryn Sea Cadets took part in this year's Remembrance Parade in Penryn, and in the wreath laying at Falmouth. Our Junior Cadets joined us at St Gluvias Church for the Remembrance service.
HMS Hurworth Visit - August 2013
During August 2013, our unit was invited aboard HMS Hurworth while she was in Falmouth Docks. The cadets were given a tour of the ship, outlining its role as a Mine Counter-measures Vessel.
Summer Camp 2013
During August 2013, we spent a week down at Stithians Lake for our Summer Camp. Unlike the previous year, the weather forecast was quite good so we pitched tents rather than returning to the Unit each night. The week consisted of cadets split into groups to rotate around the activities, which included sailing, walking, visiting Tehidy Woods, and training for Assistant Beach Lifeguard. Many qualifications were gained during the week, and all had a fantastic time (staff included!)
Duke of Edinburgh Award 2013
The start of the season was a camp at Stithians Lake where we pitched by the lake on a cold April day. The cadets learnt how to pitch tents, how to use different stoves, how to use a map and compass, and how to pack a ruc sack. Our first night was cold but the second was -5c !! We woke up to thick frost on our tents. I thought this would finish them – No – they came back for more.
We camped at different sites throughout the season, our favourite being Henry’s on the Lizard. Here the site boasts a purpose-built fire pit of which we have enjoyed a marshmallow evening around. We have also camped on National Trust land at Poltesco Valley and Tremayne Quay on the Helford, these sites have limited facilities so it is as close to wild camping we go.
The cadets have enjoyed the walks and investigating areas of interest. The final walk took them through Trelowarren Woods and out to Tremayne Quay, although it was very hot we all had a very good weekend and a successful expedition.
Well done to the teams for this year’s expedition. I look forward to next year’s adventure. My thanks to PO Howle and Mick Cunningham for their support.
More photographs can be found by clicking here.
Fran Mitchell
D of E Coordinator for Cornwall District
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