SCOUTS SA challenges you to get up, get moving and “step” into Baden Powell’s footsteps by “virtually” making your way along the historical trail he travelled from Cape Town to Mahikeng. Hike 20kms within your home, neighbourhood or garden. (Meerkats hike 10kms.) Complete your portion of the journey to earn the #HikeToMahikeng badge. A Scout Group…
Message from Chief Scout Brendon Hausberger Greetings Meerkats, Cubs, Scouts, Rovers and Scouters, On Monday we moved into Lockdown Level 3 and I am sure this is a relief for most of us as we see a lessening of the restrictions on our activities. For those of us fortunate enough to still have and be…
Since the beginning of the national lockdown 16 year old 1st Stellenbosch Scout Ben Astfalck has been actively doing his best to enhance safety measures for people commuting to and from work in the Cape Winelands. “When the government shared the prevention measures about COVID-19 my dad noticed that there were no precautions being taken…
Message from Chief Scout Brendon Hausberger Dear Parents, Today is the Global Day of Parents, and in recognising that I would like to personally thank you for stepping into the breach and helping our young people to be able to continue to grow and develop through this lockdown period. As the Scout Movement in South…
Written by Paul Polta I knew I would have to leave one day and write a story about my time in South Africa. I just never expected to write it from Germany. This year – even if it was not a full one – was one of the best I’ve ever had! When I was…
SCOUTS SA has introduced a COVID-19 Awareness Badge for all youth branches. Expected educational outcomes: Members inform themselves about COVID-19 and incorporate universal health/hygiene practices into their daily lives to be safe from harm. Members share factual information about COVID-19 with their families, neighbours and communities as a Good Turn/Public Service. Members understand the importance…
The global COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent national lockdowns have enhanced the plight of families living in poverty. With another cold winter edging closer, the 6th Rondebosch Rover Crew organised a mass donation drive of clothing, bedding and food to assist people residing in Site B of the Khayelitsha Township in Cape Town. “Prior to the…
In accordance with Government guidelines the SCOUTS SA online shop has been re-opened. With winter around the corner, get your warm winter accessories and clothing like SCOUTS SA neck-warmers (similar to buffs) and hoodies now! What about a locally manufactured SCOUTS SA cotton face mask? Various sizes are available for kids and adults for only…
Good day to you all, Regrettably, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and uncertainty at this time, the decision has been made to postpone Pow Wow. Sadly the sun has set for Pow Wow 2020, but it will rise and shine brightly again for Pow Wow 2021! We will keep you informed of the new details,…
Written by Jula Wolf I cannot believe that it has already been two months since we were standing at the airport in Cape Town saying goodbye. Sometimes it feels like yesterday that I was still at the National Scout office writing an article about a Scout or an event. Instead, I am now sitting at my…