Fulham Cubs Take On Cuboree Queensland Adventure

Five Cubs, five days and one interstate adventure

Five Cubs from Fulham Scout Group recently headed interstate to Queensland for their 2026 Cuboree: “Shake It Up!”, held from 9 to 13 April 2026 in Samford, joining nearly 900 Queensland Cubs and around 50 from NSW (around 1,100 people all up) for an unforgettable week of adventure.

For our South Australian contingent, it was a big step as one Cub experienced their very first flight, and for all of them, it was the longest camp they had ever taken on and the furthest they had been from home and family.  While there were plenty of nerves at the start, these quickly gave way to excitement as the camp got underway.

They were also treated to perfect Queensland conditions, with blue skies and 30-degree days without a cloud in sight – ideal for making the most of every activity.

The camp was split across three youth subcamps (Cauldron, Ultra Scientists, and Bounce) along with two adult subcamps, Symphony and Pulse. Our group was part of the Ultra Scientists subcamp, where units were themed around cartoon scientists. Representing Beaker from The Muppets as our unit totem, our Cubs fully embraced the theme and subcamp spirit.

The program was packed across three full days of activities. Day 1 focused on adventure, with Cubs tackling a 10m abseiling tower, target and wheel sports, wide variety of games, and plenty of fun with colour runs, water fights, and slip and slides. One Cub summed it up simply: “Abseiling was fun but scary!”

Day 2 shifted to a STEM focus, where they explored 3D printing and robotics, tried amateur radio, Morse code and fox hunting, built pioneering bridges and swings, and got creative with badge swapping and stencil painting. For some, learning Morse code and radio skills was a standout new experience.

The final activity day saw the Cubs head offsite to Brownsea, taking part in water-based and team challenges including rafting, canoeing, treasure hunting, making Viking shields, and even walking the plank. Brownsea proved a favourite, with several Cubs naming it as a highlight of the whole camp.

Beyond the daytime program, the camp experience was brought together through shared events including the opening and closing ceremonies, a full camp Grand Howl, and a range of evening activities. These included a lively campfire filled with songs, a subcamp movie night themed to match each subcamp, and of course, the ever-popular disco, an easy favourite among our Cubs, with more than one declaring it the best part of camp.

Once all the buses had departed camp with our new friends, the SA contingent ventured into Samford to explore the shops, playground, and share an 800g donut.

Across the week, the growth in each Cub was clear. From learning to set up bell tents and try new activities, to stepping into leadership roles and supporting each other, they built confidence and independence along the way. One Cub reflected that they were most proud of “doing something new”, while another highlighted becoming a patrol leader as a personal achievement.

By the end of camp, emotions had shifted from those early nerves to a mix of pride, happiness, and just a little bit of exhaustion. As one Cub described the experience in a single word: “Fun.”

They returned home tired, sun-kissed, and full of stories, an experience that will stay with them for years to come.

I would like to thank Scouts Queensland and particularly Beaker Unit for this opportunity and for being so welcoming. I encourage other groups to take future opportunities like these and explore what Scouting has to offer across Australia.

Goanna (Fulham CSL)