Are you up for the challenge?
After last year's great success, companies in Cornwall are again invited to test their metal in support of our charity.
The "BFA Corporate Challenge" on Friday, 8th October (9.30am – 2pm) is a chance for companies to test their skills in canoeing, climbing, abseiling, archery, zip wire and other exciting pursuits at our Goodygrane Activity Centre near Penryn.
Join the fun and help us raise money towards our charity work with disadvantaged people and urgently needed indoor space! The minimum sponsorship is £50 per person based on teams of four people. Any additional fundraising is most welcome!
To download a registration form please visit http://www.bfadventure.org/upcoming_events.html
For further information please give us a ring on 01326 340 912.
Best wishes
The BF Adventure team
Wednesday, 1 September 2010
Wednesday, 18 August 2010
Open day at BF Adventure
On Sunday, 19th September, from 11am – 4pm, we will open our doors to the public. Admission is free and everyone is welcome!
There will be lots to do for the whole family and for a small donation everyone 7+ years can take part in exciting taster sessions such as Archery, Canoeing, Abseiling or Rock climbing, Bush craft or Zip wire.
Plus many other games for younger and older ones including a Wellie throwing contest, sack racing, Water balloon competition as well as a raffle, cakes, tea and much more. Also present will be a number of partner organisations presenting exciting workshops and informing visitors about community sports and healthy living. For more information visit http://www.bfadventure.org/upcoming_events.html
There will be lots to do for the whole family and for a small donation everyone 7+ years can take part in exciting taster sessions such as Archery, Canoeing, Abseiling or Rock climbing, Bush craft or Zip wire.
Plus many other games for younger and older ones including a Wellie throwing contest, sack racing, Water balloon competition as well as a raffle, cakes, tea and much more. Also present will be a number of partner organisations presenting exciting workshops and informing visitors about community sports and healthy living. For more information visit http://www.bfadventure.org/upcoming_events.html
Wednesday, 11 August 2010
Guided Bat walk at BF Adventure
Come and enjoy a "Guided Bat walk" led by expert Carol Williams.
When?
Wednesday 26th August, 8pm - 10.30pm.
Where?
BF Adventure, Goodygrane Activity Centre, Halvasso, Penryn, TR10 9BX
Please wear outdoor clothing and sensible walking shoes.
The walk is £3 per person and the fee will go to support our work with disadvantaged young people.
To book your space send an email to britta@bfadventure.org or phone us on 01326 340 912.
When?
Wednesday 26th August, 8pm - 10.30pm.
Where?
BF Adventure, Goodygrane Activity Centre, Halvasso, Penryn, TR10 9BX
Please wear outdoor clothing and sensible walking shoes.
The walk is £3 per person and the fee will go to support our work with disadvantaged young people.
To book your space send an email to britta@bfadventure.org or phone us on 01326 340 912.
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
Falmouth Rugby Club
Sign up for the Mini Rugby Team!
BF Adventure's corporate partner Falmouth Rugby Club runs mini rugby teams of boys and girls at each age group from under 7 up to under 12 and then junior boys' from under 13 to Colts (which is under 18s). The Club welcomes new and existing players at all age groups.
Registration Day for the new season is September 5th 2010 at 9.45am. You can meet your age group coaches who are all Level 1 qualified and CRB checked.
You can just turn up on the day with a parent or carer or, if you would like to discuss any points, call Dany Duncan, organiser of the mini and junior teams on 07795 480474. We look forward to meeting you!
BF Adventure's corporate partner Falmouth Rugby Club runs mini rugby teams of boys and girls at each age group from under 7 up to under 12 and then junior boys' from under 13 to Colts (which is under 18s). The Club welcomes new and existing players at all age groups.
Registration Day for the new season is September 5th 2010 at 9.45am. You can meet your age group coaches who are all Level 1 qualified and CRB checked.
You can just turn up on the day with a parent or carer or, if you would like to discuss any points, call Dany Duncan, organiser of the mini and junior teams on 07795 480474. We look forward to meeting you!
Wednesday, 14 July 2010
Dragonflies and Insects
Nature Walks@BFA
Come and enjoy our "Dragonflies and other insects" walk led by expert Steve Jones.
When?
Sunday 18th July, 1030-1230
Learn more about the flora and fauna in your area at our beautiful Goodygrane Site at Halvasso.
Please wear outdoor clothing and sensible walking shoes, and bring sunscreen and water to drink.
The walk is only £3 per person and the fee will go to support our work with young people from disdavantaged backgrounds.
www.bfadventure.org
Come and enjoy our "Dragonflies and other insects" walk led by expert Steve Jones.
When?
Sunday 18th July, 1030-1230
Learn more about the flora and fauna in your area at our beautiful Goodygrane Site at Halvasso.
Please wear outdoor clothing and sensible walking shoes, and bring sunscreen and water to drink.
The walk is only £3 per person and the fee will go to support our work with young people from disdavantaged backgrounds.
www.bfadventure.org
Wednesday, 7 July 2010
Funded activities for children with disabilities
We now offer funded multi-activity days for children and young people (7 – 18yrs) with disabilities as part of the “Aiming high for disabled children” programme.
The shorts breaks will offer children and young people a chance to try out a variety of exciting challenges which could include abseiling, canoeing, archery, bush craft and a range of other activities whilst also developing new friendships, take part in new experiences and to have fun doing positive activities.
Depending on the individual support needs, visitors can take part in BF Adventure’s mainstream holiday activities, have fun in peer groups or enjoy a day out with their family,
In some cases subsidies can also be provided for transport, lunch, child care and specialised support staff.
For more information, please get in touch.
If you know anyone who would benefit from these programmes please visit www.bfadventure.org to see the criteria for eligliability and to download a referral form.
The shorts breaks will offer children and young people a chance to try out a variety of exciting challenges which could include abseiling, canoeing, archery, bush craft and a range of other activities whilst also developing new friendships, take part in new experiences and to have fun doing positive activities.
Depending on the individual support needs, visitors can take part in BF Adventure’s mainstream holiday activities, have fun in peer groups or enjoy a day out with their family,
In some cases subsidies can also be provided for transport, lunch, child care and specialised support staff.
For more information, please get in touch.
If you know anyone who would benefit from these programmes please visit www.bfadventure.org to see the criteria for eligliability and to download a referral form.
Free capoeira taster @ BF Adventure
Jinga is holding a free taster day (followed by a 6 week course) of Capoeira at BF Adventure’s Goodygrane Activity Centre (near Penryn).
The taster day will be held on 22nd July from 10am – 2pm and is free for young people who are:
- aged 16-25
- unemployed or ‘not economically active’
- based in Cornwall &Isle of Silly
Pick ups can be arranged from Falmouth and Helston.
“Jinga 16-25” has received funding from the Community Grants Program, a fund which is designed to help the hard-to-reach unemployed. Strictly speaking, this course is an engagement activity designed to move people onto progression routes such as Freestyle/e2e.
However, young people who are undergoing another LSC-funded course or who have just finished one of these courses might be able to take part .
For more information, please see the documents attached or get in touch with
Craig Blackburn (Canguru)
Jinga Communities
07870 167 974
info@jinga
www.jinga.org.uk
http://www.bfadventure.org/youth_zone.html#youthzone-news
The taster day will be held on 22nd July from 10am – 2pm and is free for young people who are:
- aged 16-25
- unemployed or ‘not economically active’
- based in Cornwall &Isle of Silly
Pick ups can be arranged from Falmouth and Helston.
“Jinga 16-25” has received funding from the Community Grants Program, a fund which is designed to help the hard-to-reach unemployed. Strictly speaking, this course is an engagement activity designed to move people onto progression routes such as Freestyle/e2e.
However, young people who are undergoing another LSC-funded course or who have just finished one of these courses might be able to take part .
For more information, please see the documents attached or get in touch with
Craig Blackburn (Canguru)
Jinga Communities
07870 167 974
info@jinga
www.jinga.org.uk
http://www.bfadventure.org/youth_zone.html#youthzone-news
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