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Gordon Skiers - Race on 26 April

Please see below for information on upcoming Gordon Skiers events.

This activity is being organised by Gordon Skiers. Aberdeenshire Council is not responsible for the acts and omissions of Gordon Skiers and members of the public engaging in the activity do so at their own risk.

"Calling all skiers! Gordon Skiers are holding the first of their three slalom races for 2025 on 26 April and anyone aged 6+, who can confidently snowplough, control their turns and use the uplift tow can participate.

What, Where & When?

We’re writing to let you know about the first in our Ski It Laldy Race Series which takes place at Alford Ski Centre on 26 April, and starts at 5pm. The second and third in the series take place on 21 June and 16 November.

Why?

It’s a great opportunity for kids to try timed racing in a relaxed setting with lots of opportunities to improve during the race as you get multiple runs. And its really good practice before the upcoming SSSA schools races and before the dryslope season kicks off in earnest!

Format?

The format will be familiar to many but it’s a slalom race with multiple runs where your best two races count towards your placing.

Who Can Take Part?

As mentioned the race is suitable for kids that are 6+, who can confidently snow plough and use the tow, and is certainly suitable for anyone who has attended any of our holiday camps.

Equipment?

Equipment can be hired from the Centre, if required. Please contact the Centre directly and book in advance.

Anything Else?

There will also be a BBQ, soft drinks, music and prizes, so it should be really fun for everyone attending.

If interested, you can book by following this link:

https://tinyurl.com/2ky5sx5x

If you have any questions about the event please get in touch.

We hope to see you there!

Gordon Skiers"

Active Schools Alford ASN Stay, Play and Connect

Active Schools are delighted to offer a new P4-S6 ASN Stay, Play and Connect Multi-Sports as well as P7&S1 ASN Transition connect next term within Alford Community Campus. These sessions will take place on once per month up until the Summer Holidays with 2 sessions running June.

These sessions support an open play environment for children with Additional Support Needs (ASN) and their families to explore sports activities within a positive, friendly and inclusive environment. Siblings can also sign up to attend these sessions.

Additional Information – Multi-Sports session is open (arrive/ leave when you can)

24th April– Lego Building 25th April- Boccia & Curling

15th May– Crafts Session 16th May– Soft Archery and Parachute games

5th June– Coding 6th June– Athletics

26th June–Seed Planting/ Board games 27th June– Football and Basketball

Sports activities and equipment available will vary for each session, but please let us know if your child would like to see anything specific and we will do our best to accommodate this, based on what is available. We have a sensory space to allow for quieter time away from the energy of the session’s activities . Support your child to take part to develop their sporting skills whilst interacting and socialising with other families. But most importantly, having fun!

Parents/ Guardians/ Carers will be responsible for their child(ren) and must supervise them during the session. Please note photography/ videography is not permitted by parents/ guardians/ carers. A member of staff will facilitate the running of the sessions, so please do speak with them for assistance, advice or support.

Please contact activeschoolsalford@aberdeenshire.gov.uk with any enquiries.

Aberdeen and Shire Scouts Orienteering Competition 25-5-2025.pdf

Upcoming Orienteering Events

This activity is being organised by Mar Orienteering Club. Aberdeenshire Council is not responsible for the acts and omissions of Mar Orienteering Club and members of the public engaging in the activity do so at their own risk.

Grants available to support families across Scotland (posted 3-3-2025)

chitty chitty bang bang 26-28 June

Upstage Aboyne are delighted to let you know about our forthcoming production “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” which will run for four shows from the 26th to 28th of June at Aboyne Theatre. This includes one matinee performance on the Saturday.

For bookings of 10 or more group discounts are available in addition to free refreshments for children. We wouldn’t want you to miss out on seeing this fun, heart-warming show featuring our fantastic local talent!

Tickets are available via the QR code or book on ticketsource.co.uk/up

These activities are being organised by Mar and Grampian Orienteering Clubs. Aberdeenshire Council is not responsible for the acts and omissions of Mar Orienteering Club or Grampian Orienteering Club and members of the public engaging in the activity do so at their own risk.

These activities are being organised by Ride in Peace Adventures. Aberdeenshire Council is not responsible for the acts and omissions of Ride in Peace Adventures, and members of the public engaging in the activity do so at their own risk

This activity is being organised by Banchory Amateur Swimming Club. Aberdeenshire Council is not responsible for the acts and omissions of Banchory Amateur Swimming Club, and members of the public engaging in the activity do so at their own risk