The county launch party started the centenary off with a bang! 2500 Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, Senior Section members and adult volunteers from across the whole of Buckinghamshire gathered in the grounds of Cottesloe School in Wing to celebrate the Centenary of Guiding with a giant launch party.
The day started with a sea of red, yellow, blue and raspberry coming through our special gateway as the girls poured off the coaches which had brought everyone from around the county. Everyone was looking forward to the day with a sense of excitement and anticipation. We all took part in a day of activities including climbing wall, taking part in karaoke, having a go at playing in a steel band, maggot racing, and an inflatable obstacle course. Everyone also enjoyed watching a falconry display and a sheepdog display with a difference - they rounded up ducks instead of the usual sheep! Aunt Julie's circus skills saw the youngest to the oldest trying to juggle or spin plates and the younger members particularly enjoyed the entertainment from Mr Panda and Rainbow Bigbottom! A steam engine owned by a local resident visited the party and gave members rides and we also had visits from the local fire brigade and police. The event finished with a giant session of parachute games followed by a disco where the young and the not so young enjoyed dancing to hits old and new.
Emily, a Brownie form the 1st Marlow unit said "I had a great time and the disco at the end was fantastic."
Joy, a Guide from 3rd Marlow said "It was lots of fun and we met Guides from many other groups. It was a great experience."
Florence, a member of Wing Rangers, said "It is really fun and interesting and we get to meet new people".
A parent of Bethany, a member from Aston Clinton, said "Bethany really enjoyed herself - she hasn't stopped talking about it and showing us her disco dancing routines! It sounds like a fantastic afternoon and I am very envious."
At the party we also announced the winners of our special Centenary poetry competition and the first copies of the book were on sale.
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