Mersey WeaverOutdoors
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Shooting Session Air Rifle (QCW, Instructor & Equipment)
The indicative cost above is for a 2 hour session with 6 simultaneous shooters on the firing line and 1 instructor. The actual cost of you booking will be shown below once you have chosen, the number of simultaneous shooters and your chosen session duration
The new target sports range (The Gallery) opened in Autumn 2022, We have a stock of equipment suitable for Cubs through to Explorer aged young people and adults.
Our NRSA qualified Instructors will run the range and provide instruction to participants. One instructor is recommended for every 6 Scouts/Explorers shooting; however, this ratio may be adjusted depending on the age/maturity of the shooters on agreement of the Instructor. Cubs (minimum age 8) may need a higher ratio of supervision on the range (e.g. 1 instructor plus 1 adult helper for 6 simultaneous Cubs shooting).
The booking includes the range , springer air rifles (Gamo Delta Fox), 1 pack of 50 targets (17cm), 1 tin of 500 pellets (4.52mm) and services of one qualified NRSA Air rifle YPS instructor (or NRSA Club Coach).
Session will start with a 10 minute safety briefing for all shooters, allow 5 minute turnaround time between groups of shooters. Therefore in a 2 hour booking, a maximum of 4 x 25 minutes sessions is possible allowing for safety briefing and changeovers (i.e 16 – 24 participants).
Note: A group of 6 shooters will typically shoot three targets of 10 shots over 25 minutes. Therefore we recommend purchasing additional 1 pack of targets and 1 tin of pellets when making the booking, unless you are providing your own consumables.
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Archery Session (QCW Range, Equipment & Instructor)
The indicative price above is for a 2 hour session and 6 simultaneous archers on the shooting line. The actual cost of your booking will be shown below after you select the number of simultaneous archers and the length of your desired session. Scout Groups/Explorer Scout Units receive a discount which is applied during checkout provided that you log in with an account that has the appropriate membership profile applied. If you don’t see the discount and you are logged in, click here.
The new target sports range located at Queen Charlottes Wood together with a stock of equipment suitable for Beavers through to Explorer aged young people and adults.
We have a number of Permitted Archery Instructors who can be booked subject to availability, in advance, should you not have your own Permitted Instructor. Currently, they are only available by prior arrangement in evenings or at weekends. One instructor is required for every 6 archers shooting; however, this ratio may be adjusted depending on the age of the archers as Beavers may need a higher ratio of supervision on the range. For most bookings at QCW we recommend 6 simultaneous archers. You can book the range and equipment, or if you have your own equipment the range can be booked on its own here.
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Archery Session Offsite (Equipment & Instructor)
Mersey Weaver have a stock of equipment suitable for Beavers through to Explorer aged young people and adults.
We have available a number of Permitted Archery Instructors who can be booked, in advance, should you not have your own Permitted Instructor. Currently, they are only available by prior arrangement in evenings or at weekends. One instructor is required for every 6 archers shooting; however, this ratio may be adjusted depending on the age of the archers as Beavers may need a higher ratio of supervision on the range.
Please note:
- We only hire our archery equipment with a Target Sports ASU Instructor for use away from QCW.
- You are responsible for providing, or booking, a suitable offsite range (e.g. Cheshire Scouts Forest Camp).
- Subject to the distance travelled our Instructor may charge mileage at 45p/mile, plus any toll fees.
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Blokart Pro V3
A Blokart is a 3 wheeled kart or type of land yacht which uses a sail, similar to those found on small dinghies, to provide traction.
Blokart Sailing is a relatively new sport which is becoming more and more popular, mainly due to its easy accessibility. A Blokart packs away into a bag that will easily fit into the boot of a car and is very easy to set up and use. The small size means that they can also be easily transported on aeroplanes to take part in international events or just for fun on holiday. Almost anyone and everyone can participate! Blokart sailing appeals to people from 8 to 80.
The Blokart is controlled using the hands only, meaning that a person’s size and mobility need not stop them enjoying the sport; people with paraplegia, prosthetic limbs and many other medical conditions can compete equally with able-bodied sailors. Blokarts are also very safe, providing the right protection measures are worn.
It is incredibly easy to learn to sail. There are 4 sail sizes; 5.5m, 4m, 3m and 2m to suit a range of conditions; All of the sails will propel you at speeds up to twice the actual wind speed.
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Crate Stacking at QCW (Self Led)
We have 20 heavy duty plastic crates that can be used for crate stacking/climbing. Please note this is a self led activity and you will require your own instructor.
The crates can be hired and used for a crate stacking activity with:
- Our Mobile Climbing Wall (provided you have an artificial top rope climbing permit or higher) or;
- At Queen Charlotte’s Wood on the Three Oaks campsite (provided you have a natural top rope climbing permit or higher)
If hiring for Crate Stacking at QCW, the crates come with the following equipment:
- 2 Belay points (11mm Slings, 2 x Canvas rope protector, 2 x Carabiners) – one for belaying, another for pulley system. These are in situ on the tree that has been designated suitable by a competent person.
- Lyon Climbing Ballast Bag with sand & DMM Shadow HMS Screwgate Carabiner for securing the belayer
- Petzl GRI GRI belay device & DMM Belay Master Carabiner for belayer
- 1x Mammut Sender Screwgate Carabiner for clipping in climber
- 3 x Edelweiss 30m Climbing ropes
- 1 x Petzl Vertical Wire Lock Carabiner for clipping onto crates
- Climbing Harnesses and Helmets (these are shared with the climbing wall)
N.B. Crate Stacking/Climbing is classified as a High Ropes activity and must follow the following guidance from The Scouts
https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/general-activity-guidance/roped-activities/high-ropes/ -
Crates for Crate Stacking
We have 20 heavy duty plastic crates that can be used for crate stacking/climbing (or any other imaginative activity). Please note this is a self led activity and you will need your own instructors.
The crates can be hired and used for a crate stacking activity with our Mobile Climbing Wall (provided you have a artificial top rope climbing permit or higher).
Please use this product to book the crates for use with the mobile climbing wall. If you wish to run this as an activity at QCW you should book here
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Crossbow Session (QCW Range, Instructor & Equipment)
The indicative cost above is based on a 2 hour session with use of 6 crossbows (simultaneous shooters on the firing line) and 1 NSRA qualified RCO/instructor. The actual cost of your booking will be shown below once you have selected the number of crossbows/simultaneous shooters and desired session timings
Once you have configured and submitted your booking request (by clicking the “check availability” button to put the booking in your basket and when ready go to the basket and checkout your order). Once the order is submitted we will check instructor availability for the requested date/time before confirming the booking and requesting payment.
Our NRSA qualified Instructors will run the range and provide instruction to participants. Currently, they are only available by prior arrangement. One instructor is recommended for every 6 Scouts/Explorers shooting; however, this ratio may be adjusted depending on the age/maturity of the shooters on agreement of the Instructor. Note Our minimum age for crossbow shooting is 10 years old. (note we do have 6 fun crossbows and targets for use by Beavers and Cubs which can be used anywhere within reason).The booking includes the use of the outdoor target sports range , crossbows (EK Archery Jaguar MK1 with 40lb draw weight fitted fitted red dot sight), crossbow targets suitable for use at 10m, target bosses and services of one qualified NRSA Crossbow YPS Tutor(or NRSA Club Instructor or Coach).
Each set of shooters will start with a 5-10 minute briefing on safety and use of crossbow for all shooters, allow 5 minute turnaround time between sets of shooters. Therefore in a 2 hour booking, 3 x 30 minutes sessions is possible allowing for safety briefing and changeovers (i.e 18 participants).
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Giant ATX 1 Mountain Bikes
The District has a number of Mountain Bikes which are accessible by our Explorer and Network provision. They are great to use at Clogwyn and we have specialist bike trailer which you can use to transport them. All bikes come with Helmets and Safety Specs.
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LED Poi
We have three sets of LED Poi. When using the ball in the dark, colored lights can form beautiful light tracks, providing a cool visual effect.
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Ninja Slackline Obstacle Course
We have three 15m Slacklines complete with obstacle course attachments training lines and tree protectors perfect for building an obstacle or assault course or fun outdoor play area. The tress to which they are attached need to be healthy sound trees capable to taking the force applied to them .
The recommended maximum user weight is 113kg.
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Outdoor Kitchen & Campfire
Queen Charlotte’s boasts an incredible secondary campfire circle and outdoor kitchen area close to Badger’s Rake and The Pines that visitor’s can use to cook a rustic feast!
The renovated campfire area was constructed in 2022 in memory of the late campsite manager April Nicholas.
As well as providing sheltered seating for at least 24 people around the campfire circle, the outdoor kitchen area comes with a traditional wood fired pizza oven, two altar style barbecues and four stainless steel work surfaces allowing you to leave your mess tent and gas stoves at home!
It’s not just Pizza you can cook in the oven either! Why not try baking fresh bread, slow cooked meat, fish or even a full roast dinner?!
N.B the campfire & outdoor kitchen area must be booked alongside either Camping, The Hideaway, The Bothy, Laavu, Evening Visitor or Day Visitor.
The type of wood used for the pizza oven is very particular you must use hardwoods with a moisture content of less than 20%. Please refer to the operating manual for detailed instructions. Please ensure the kitchen and campfire circle is left tidy and immaculate for the next group.
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QCW Main Campfire Circle
QCW boasts a superb campfire facility that can be used for your event. The campfire must be booked alongside either Camping , The Hideaway, The Bothy, Laavu, Evening Visitor or Day Visitor. Once you have made you’re booking with associated product your booking will then be confirmed by the bookings manager.
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Target Sports Session (Instructor Only)
The indicative cost above is based on 1 instructor for a 2 hour session. The actual cost will be shown below once you have chosen your session length and number of instructors required.
Mersey Weaver have available a number of NRSA qualified Instructors (airgun and crossbow) and GB archery/Scout permit holders who can be booked, in advance, should you not have your own airgun/crossbow/archery Instructor and/or Range Control Officer. Currently, they are only available by prior arrangement. A qualified Range Control Officer is required to be on the range at all times to manage the safety of the range. One instructor is required for every 6 shooting; however, this ratio may be adjusted depending on the age maturity and needs of the shooters , e.g. Cubs may need a higher ratio of supervision on the range.
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Shooting Session (Mobile Range, Instructor & Equipment)
Mersey Weaver have Mobile range that can be transported to a suitable venue and a stock of rifles suitable for Cubs through to Explorer aged young people and adults.
We have available a number of NRSA qualified Instructors who can be booked, in advance, should you not have your own NRSA Instructor. Currently, they are only available by prior arrangement on evenings or weekends. One instructor is required for every 6 shooting; however, this ratio may be adjusted depending on the age of the shooters as Cubs may need a higher ratio of supervision on the range.
You can book the range and equipment, or if you have your own equipment the range can be booked on its own here. If you need just an instructor to come to a venue of your choice you can book them individually here.
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Slacklines
We have three 15m Slacklines complete with training lines and tree protectors. Slacklining is a great activity to practice balance.
The recommended maximum user weight is 150kg.
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Summer Hillwalking
Want to go Hillwalking and enjoy summiting a Mountain? Why not request a permitted member of our Hillwalking and Trekking ASU?
Availability is by confirmation only. Most availability is at weekends but some permit holders may occasionally be able to help on weekdays with enough notice.
N.B. Party sizes are limited to seven (including adults).