Founders Day

Baden Powelld

Robert Baden-Powell, Chief Scout of the World and Scouting Tasmania’s patron, was born February 22nd, 1857. We take this opportunity to commemorate the dedication he gave to Scouting and celebrate this date as Founders Day across the world.

Locally, our Groups across the state chose to celebrate in various ways, some holding a BBQ, others hosted activity days, with a parade to open and close the event.

“This evening we all come together at Kingston Beach to commemorate Founders Day, the birthday of Scouting founder Baden Powell. Our ceremony concluded with an investiture and a link up from Cubs to Scouts.

After the ceremony the Cubs and Joeys went for a short walk along the Alum Cliffs track whilst the Scouts and Venturer’s got in some boating practice before the upcoming Scout and Guide Regatta.”

-Leader, Blackmans Bay

The North West Groups along the coast and inland around Devonport all came together at Fulton Park, Forth to celebrate as a large group, participating in team games after the parade.

“To celebrate Founder’s Day (BP’s birthday) Joeys, Cubs, Scouts, Venturers and Rovers from Mersey and Leven Districts met all at Fulton Park.”

-Leader, City Of Devonport

Smithton Scouts | Positions to be Filled

Smithton Scouts Group

Located on the North West of Tasmania has vacant positions in all Units, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers. Due to lack of Leader support, Smithton Scout Group will be forced to go into recession if all positions for both leaders and the Group committee aren’t filled soon.

Smithton has unfortunately been unable to start up for 2023. With the closest Scout Group alternative over an hour away, Smithon is the only option for many youth members. Please contact Shaun Ph: 0417 560 660

Email: gl.smithton@ scoutstas.org.au

Maritime Challenge

31st March to 2nd April

Huon Valley

Save the Date!

Grab a team of 4-7 a patrol boat and your overnight gear! This is a statewide venturer sailing challenge that will test your leadership, initiative, teamwork and scouting knowledge. First round the course may have an advantage, but isn’t necessarily the winner. We will be sailing down the picturesque Huon River and camping in a different place to where we start. Don’t think it will be quicker to walk, or go by car – it won’t!

If your unit doesn’t have a boat / skipper don’t let that stop you – we’ll find you one Further information to follow

For any questions or to RSVP please email HellyerVenturers@gmail.com by the end of Regatta.

REGATTA

Boronia & Huon Valley Girl Guides

Open from Friday evening until lunchtime Monday

A variety of Streets ice-cream, lollies & chocolate will be available

$ Cash Only $