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The newly-formed Slow Water Sea Scouts are hoping to scare a few dollars out of people’s pockets with a Halloween Fair in the grounds of the Puhoi Hotel on October 29.
The newly-formed troop is raising money to refurbish boats and purchase much-needed equipment such as tents and life jackets.
Leader Daniel Watson says a number of boats have been donated to help get the troop up and running, but only one is currently seaworthy.
“We would love to hear from anyone who might be able to help us get the boats back in the water,” he says.
Although the troop only started in April, it already has about 60 scouts and supporters attending its weekly get-togethers at the Puhoi Sports Club.
Scouts (11 to 14 years) meet on Wednesdays at 6.30pm, while keas (five to seven years) and cubs (eight to 10 years) meet on Thursdays from 5.30pm.
Watson says more recruits are welcome.
He thanked the community for generously donating items, including slabs of macrocarpa, to the fair, which will run from midday to 4pm.
The afternoon will include Halloween themed games and tents, as well as raffles and a silent auction.
