MEMBERS of the North Petherton Squirrels Scout group enjoyed a fun day at the Huish Woods Scout Campsite at the weekend.

The Scout Association launched its Squirrels provision in September for four and five-year-old children in “communities hardest hit by the pandemic”.

The event at the campsite, located at West Hatch near Taunton, had seperate zones for craft, woodland, and games. 

Squirrels were able to attend for £8.50 each and were asked to wear their full uniforms, while parents and carers were invited to attend for a cost of £2.50. 

Tea and coffee was provided at a small cost throughout the day by some of the county's Scouts, who were raising money for their Jamboree trip to South Korea.

Other Squirrels groups in attendance included Burnham-on-Sea, Wilton, Somerton, and Bishops Lydeard.

Gallery: North Petherton Squirrels take part in Scout Fun Day

Bridgwater Mercury: Squirrels groups from across the county were invited to attend the fun day. Pictures: Steve RichardsonSquirrels groups from across the county were invited to attend the fun day. Pictures: Steve Richardson

Bridgwater Mercury: The event took place at the Huish Woods Campsite in West Hatch.The event took place at the Huish Woods Campsite in West Hatch.

Bridgwater Mercury: There were three zones: Craft, woodland, and games.There were three zones: Craft, woodland, and games.

Bridgwater Mercury: Squirrels wear red uniforms due to its association with the red squirrel animal and because it is highly visible.Squirrels wear red uniforms due to its association with the red squirrel animal and because it is highly visible.

Bridgwater Mercury: Squirrels explore the woodland at the campsite.Squirrels explore the woodland at the campsite.

Bridgwater Mercury: Members of the Squirrels group take a well-deserved lunch break.Members of the Squirrels group take a well-deserved lunch break.

Bridgwater Mercury: North Petherton Squirrels fuel themselves for an afternoon of activity.North Petherton Squirrels fuel themselves for an afternoon of activity.