Cub Challenge Day 2026

Overview

The Cub Challenge Day at Squirrel Wood is an action packed day of adventure, teamwork and skill building, bringing Cub Scouts together from across Doncaster Danum District and surrounding districts for a shared outdoor Scouting experience.

Cubs will be placed into mixed teams of six to eight, giving them the opportunity to work alongside Cubs from different Groups, build new friendships and develop confidence in a supportive environment. The event is designed to encourage teamwork, problem solving and independence while keeping the day fun, inclusive and engaging for all participants.

Throughout the day, teams will rotate around a variety of activity bases, ensuring every Cub has the opportunity to take part in each challenge. Activities are designed to support Cub Challenge badges and wider skills progression, combining adventure with learning and achievement.

Planned activities include:

• Archery
• Tomahawk throwing
• Cooking on open fires
• Traditional Scout skills
• Creative crafts
• Outdoor teamwork and problem solving challenges

Leaders from across the district will support the event by running activity bases and helping teams move around site safely throughout the day. This approach allows Cubs to challenge themselves, develop independence and experience Scouting alongside young people from across the district.

To add to the excitement, prizes will be awarded to the top three teams in recognition of teamwork, effort and participation.

The District Scout Shop will also be open throughout the day, with each team having an allocated opportunity to visit.

The Cub Challenge Day is a brilliant opportunity for Cubs to experience outdoor Scouting at its best, develop new skills and create memories that last long after the event finishes.

Arrival & Event Timings

• All leaders and helpers should arrive no later than 8.30am
• All Cubs should arrive at Squirrel Wood Scout Campsite, DN6 9JQ, by 9.00am
• Challenges will begin at 9.30am
• Activities will finish at 5.00pm
• Parent collection will take place at 5.30pm

Drop Off & Collection

We will be operating a Drop Off and Go system throughout the event.

Parents should remain in their vehicles at all times and should not get out of their cars. This is the safest and most efficient way to manage the large number of Cubs attending the event.

Collection at the end of the day will operate using the same system.

Please ensure young people and volunteers remain off the roadway at all times. Site supervisors will manage traffic movement throughout the day.

Teams

Teams will be mixed across Groups to encourage teamwork, confidence and new friendships. Wherever possible, at least two Cubs from each Group will remain together.

Team lists will be issued on Monday so leaders can brief young people in advance.

What To Expect

• Cubs mixed into teams with young people from across the district
• Multiple activity bases run in rotation throughout the day
• Outdoor adventure activities and practical Scout skills
• Teamwork, leadership and problem solving challenges
• Opportunities to support Cub Challenge badge progression
• Prizes for the top three teams
• Visit to the District Scout Shop

Who Can Attend

• Cub Scouts from Doncaster Danum District
• Cub Scouts from surrounding Scout Districts

What To Bring

• Group necker must be worn
• Packed lunch and drinks
• Suitable outdoor clothing and footwear
• Optional spending money for the camp shop

Leader Support

We will require leaders to support activity bases throughout the day.

If you are able to assist, please speak to Glynis or Chris on arrival.

Cost & Booking

• £10 per Cub
• You will be invoiced for all tickets booked
• Payment should be made by bank transfer at least 30 days before the event

Leader Ratios

Outdoor activities held away from the usual meeting place require:

• One adult to eight Cubs, plus the Leader in Charge

Suggested Badge Links

This event may support the following badge areas within OSM progression tracking:

Adventure Challenge

• Adventure
• Activity
• Preparation

Outdoors Challenge

• Safety
• Wide Game

Skills Challenge

• New Sport
• Problem Solving
• Activity
• Other

Team Leader Challenge

• Represent
• Team Game

Teamwork Challenge

• Help
• Team Building

Activity & Staged Badges

• Backwoods Cooking – Stick
• Personal Challenge – Leader Challenge