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STOP PRESS! READ ON FOR THE FIRST OF OUR SPECIAL PRESS GANG REPORTS... The very first member of our Press Gang is Thomas Martin from Istead in Kent. We gave Thomas a special assignment - to be our reporter at the Chatham Navy Days.
Thomas was an extremely keen reporter and headed off early to Chatham. Here's Thomas' special report... The crew thinks Thomas did a splendid job as a reporter! He is now member NUMBER ONE of our Press Sang!
What does RSPB stand for? What do you call a young hare? What is unusual about Manx cats? What tree is the national emblem of Canada? What kinds of trees have the largest of all leaves? How many legs has a Daddy-Long-Legs? What sort of animal is a natterjack? What is the fastest animal on four legs? What colour is a skunk? Do tarantula spiders spin webs?
TECHNOCAT INVESTIGATES.'
How about a watch that tells everyone where you are!
It looks just like a Quartz multi-function working wrist watch but it also contains a small radio transmitter. When activated, this transmits a signal that can be detected by a vessel or helicopter fitted with a receiver/direction finder device.
The new Wrist Watch MOB System is a watch which will send out an alert if you fall overboard from a boat. It's going to be particularly useful for people who work at sea.
It may sound a bit like a James Bond gadget but it goes on sale in this country in September. It's not really a pocket money gadget though, it costs €249.99.
Technocat loves new gadgets! He's been investigating a brilliant new one -
MIX AND MATCH/ Whoops! Someone has muddled up Gloria Sreenf ingers' list of things that go together in the garden!
Can you help her match them up again?
Sun Flower Branch Handle Tree Wheelbarrow Watering Can
Petal Wheel Beak Bird Spade Spout
Sky
On Sunday, 27th of May I was sent on a special • We are looking for two mission by Navy News - to more members to report on the Chatham report on very special Navy Days. events. We left home at 9.30 and Would you like to be one of whilst on the bus at the park our Press Gang? and ride. I received a phone Write Captain Plank a call from Mr Ivatt at report about one of your Chatham Dockyards to tell me favourite subjects.
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Your report must be no longer than 200 words. Write your name and address on the back of the paper and send it to The Press Gang at the Gang Plank club, Navy News, HMS Nelson, Portsmouth, PO13HH
Your report must reach us by 17th August. Press Gang members must be under 14. A special panel of judges, including our very own Navy News Editor will judge your reports and then choose two lucky members to go on special assignments.
that I was going on a V.I.P trip
around H.M.S. Kent later on that day, I was really excited. We arrived at the ship basin,
where the weather was really good, and looked around several ships including H.M.S. Cromer and three different
minesweepers. We also looked around the Army and Navy exhibits and went on the
submarine and patrol boat simulators. We then sat down to have our picnic, listening to the band. After eating we walked back to the main area and looked at all the brilliant displays, such as the WW2 25 pounder gun which is really LOUD and the
really good I particularly enjoyed the bridge laying demonstration, getting in a tank and firing some guns. At 4.30 we went to see Mr Ivatt to go and see H.M.S. Kent. Once we got on board we were introduced to Chief Petty Officer Frisby who
showed us around. First, he showed us all of the weapons systems and then took us to
the hanger to see the Lynx helicopter, which was amazing. He then took us below to show us all the of
the ship's facilities, including the mess and the laundry. The ship is so well equipped that it
even has it's own gym! Then, the best bit, he took us to the bridge where he showed us around and I even sat in the Captains chair! Then, on the way out, he gave me some special photos of the ship that
he had taken. I had a brilliant day, and the best bit was definitely going
around H.M.S. Kent. I would recommend the day to anyone.
By Thomas Martin
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Susie's Summer Nature Quiz 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
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Susie loves going to the beach, and she often brings back shells and little tiny stones. Captain Plank has a good idea for keeping them safe and looking good. To make Captain Plank's Beach Art you'll need: A good selection of shells, Some small, light stones Seaweed Perhaps some sand A cheap plastic tray with a rim round the edge Some strong, clear glue.
Wipe the tray to ensure there's no grease or dust on it. Wash and dry all the shells and stones. If you want to use sand as a background trail a thin layer of glue over the tray, pour on a layer of sand, leave on the tray until the glue has set and then shake off the loose sand. Then, arrange your shells, stones and seaweed in a pattern and carefully stick them on. Wait for it all to dry. You can then hang the tray on the wall with some wall fixings from a DIY shop, or you can attach a piece of wood at the back so that it can stand
on a table.
Your very own personal Beach Art!
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'LIFE OIM MARS' ~
'OUT OFTOS WORLD'
The Cast of
'Life on Mars' consists of three characters from the LEGO toyline • BB - An Earth Astronaut • Altair and Cassiopeia - (Two LEGO Martians) In order to survive and help his craft BB must find BIODIUM, the source of energy and life. Answer the following question correctly and you could win a family ticket...!
QUESTION: What must BB find to survive and help his craft? Send your answers on a postcard with your name, address and age to:
'Life on Mars Competition' Navy News, HMS Nelson, Queen Street, Portsmouth, Hants PO1 3HH CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES: 17th AUGUST 2O01 The Editor's decision is final. Relatives and employees of Navy News are ineligible.