1st Tamar Sea Scouts

1st Tamar Sea Scouts In June 2013 1st Tamar Sea Scouts (formerly 18th Launceston) celebrated our 50th anniversary.

Over the past 5 decades thousand of Tasmanians have been directly and indirectly involved in 1st Tamar activities and we are positive that there are many stories and images to be shared in the telling of the 1st Tamar story. It is planned that a book and documentary style DVD will be produced, to this end we are putting out an invitation to the broader scouting community to become involved. You ca

n do this by:
• Letting us know of any 1st Tamar stories, images or other memorabilia you have or know of which may be of interest. This page is the best place to keep in touch with upcoming events. It is also a place everyone can share snippets of their 1st Tamar experience.

29/08/2026

We’re helping the Tamar Sea Scouts and 132 other Tasmanian sport and recreation groups keep active 🙌

The latest round of Active Club Program grants help purchase additional or replace existing equipment.

These Sea Scouts are going to fix two of their boats’ sails⛵️

1st Tamar Sea Scouts awarded $5,500 grant!We're excited to announce that 1st Tamar Sea Scouts has secured a $5,500 Activ...
29/08/2026

1st Tamar Sea Scouts awarded $5,500 grant!

We're excited to announce that 1st Tamar Sea Scouts has secured a $5,500 Active Clubs Program grant to replace sails on two of our patrol boats. The new sails will improve safety, support sailing activities and help our youth members continue developing maritime skills, teamwork, leadership and confidence on the water.

Thank you to the Tasmanian Government for investing in local clubs and creating opportunities for youth members across Tasmania.

Photo: Nick Duigan MLC, Tasmanian Minister of Sport, with Nate F, Connor G, Sophie F and Chloe G.

📢 Calling all 1st Tamar Sea Scouts families! 🌟We're looking for parents, carers, family members, and Scouts (Joeys, Cubs...
19/08/2026

📢 Calling all 1st Tamar Sea Scouts families! 🌟

We're looking for parents, carers, family members, and Scouts (Joeys, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers) to help represent 1st Tamar Sea Scouts at the Cancer Council Women's 5km in Launceston.

Each year, our group volunteers at drink stations along the course, helping keep participants hydrated and cheering them on as they support a great cause. It's a fun and rewarding way to give back to our community and spend time with fellow Scout families.

📅 When: Sunday 13 September 2026 from 8:30am until around lunchtime
🏃‍♀️ Race starts: 9:30am

💧 Volunteer Locations:
Station 1: Birchalls/Myer Car Park, Patterson Street
Station 2: Toy World, York Street
Station 3: City Park (Monkey side)

Whether you can bring yourself, your family, or a few extra helping hands, we'd love your support. Every volunteer makes a difference!

📱 To sign up, text 0406 774 985 with:
✅ Your name
✅ Number of volunteers and section (Joeys, Cubs, Scouts or Venturers)
✅ Preferred station location

Final details will be provided closer to the event.

Let's show the community the fantastic spirit of 1st Tamar Sea Scouts and help make this event a success! 💙⚜️

Happy 2026 World Scout Day!
01/08/2026

Happy 2026 World Scout Day!

Congratulations to our wonderful Venturer Leaders on recognition for service to Scouts.Murat was recognised for 20 years...
03/06/2026

Congratulations to our wonderful Venturer Leaders on recognition for service to Scouts.
Murat was recognised for 20 years and Vanessa for 5 years.
Thank you both for your service! ⚜️⭐️

A huge thank you to all of our Scouts, Cubs, Joeys, Venturers, Leaders, parents and family members who volunteered at th...
02/06/2026

A huge thank you to all of our Scouts, Cubs, Joeys, Venturers, Leaders, parents and family members who volunteered at the McGrath Launceston Running Festival drink stations. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who gave up their Sunday morning to support 1st Tamar Scout Group and the event.

Thanks to your time, energy and enthusiasm, thousands of runners were able to stay hydrated and encouraged throughout the event.
Volunteering like this demonstrates the Scout spirit in action — working together, helping our community and making a difference.

Thank you for helping make the day such a success.

Thanks also to Think Big Printing for loaning 1st Tamar vehicles to support the event.

Volunteers:
Station 1: Scott & Georgie L, Murray A, Dom C, Henry W, & James G
Station 2: Kirsten, Sean, Evelyn, Jocelyn & Gwen L, Kevin, Sarah, Louis, Jonty & Trixie T, Leigh & Arthur H, Angela, Henry & Huon C
Belen Y & Olivia S & April H.
Station 3: Liam T, Megan, Kevin, Chloe & Connor G, Katie, Zoe & Hannah F, Murat D, Steph & Sophie F, Marcus & Lincoln D, Jane & Milly K.

📷: Ange La at Station 2.

🚨 WE NEED ALL HANDS ON DECK! 🚨1st Tamar Scout Group is helping at the 🏃‍♂️ Launceston Running Festival 🏃‍♀️ and we need ...
19/05/2026

🚨 WE NEED ALL HANDS ON DECK! 🚨

1st Tamar Scout Group is helping at the 🏃‍♂️ Launceston Running Festival 🏃‍♀️ and we need volunteers to hand out drinks to hundreds of runners.

This is one of our three major community fundraising events — and it’s also a fantastic, fun morning for Scout families to be involved together.

💧 We run THREE drink stations and need as many helpers as possible for the morning.

✅ Suitable for Joeys through to Rovers
✅ Parents & siblings welcome
✅ No experience needed
✅ Great community atmosphere

📅 Sunday 31 May
⏰ Approx. 8am – 12 noon

📍 Locations:
• West Tamar Highway
• East Tamar Highway near Mayne St overpass
• East Tamar Highway near University Way turnoff

📱 Please text Steven on 0406 774 985 with:
• name(s) of people that can help
• Child's section/scout unit
• preferred location (if any)

We’ll confirm final times and locations closer to the event.

⭐ This is a simple way to support our Scout Group, help keep activities affordable, and show community spirit in action.

🙋‍♂️ This is Your Year to Volunteer 🙋‍♀️As part of National Volunteer Week and the International Year of Volunteers for ...
18/05/2026

🙋‍♂️ This is Your Year to Volunteer 🙋‍♀️

As part of National Volunteer Week and the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development ( ), we celebrate the people who generously give their time to strengthen communities and support young people.

At 1st Tamar Scout Group, our Committee members, Leaders and parent helpers make Scouts possible.

From camps and activities to fundraising, transport and behind-the-scenes support — every contribution helps create opportunities for our youth members.

The best part?
You don’t need special experience or lots of spare time to help.

Whether you can:
✔ assist occasionally
✔ help at an event
✔ join the Parent Committee
✔ support fundraising
✔ become a regular helper

…there’s a place for everyone in our Scout community.

⭐ Many hands make light work — and even a small amount of help makes a real difference.

If you’d like to get involved or learn more, speak to a Leader at the hall.

📸: Tamar Committee Members

🌟 National Volunteer Week | 🌟This week we celebrate the incredible volunteers who help make Scouts possible.2026 is al...
17/05/2026

🌟 National Volunteer Week | 🌟

This week we celebrate the incredible volunteers who help make Scouts possible.

2026 is also the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development ( ), recognising the millions of volunteers around the world who strengthen communities and create positive change through service.

At 1st Tamar, we are proud to recognise:
👏 Stephanie and Adrian Forrester – 15 years of service
👏 Murat Djakic – reaching 20 years of service this year

Their dedication, energy and generosity have helped create countless opportunities and memories for young people in our Scout community.

Behind every Scout activity, camp and adventure are volunteers giving their time to support our youth.

💡 The good news? You don’t need to commit 15 or 20 years to make a difference.

Even helping occasionally with activities, transport, fundraising or committee support has a huge impact and helps keep Scouts strong for all families.

If you’ve ever thought about getting involved, this is a great year to start. ⚓

📸: Tamar Leaders

A small group of dedicated volunteers completed a big job by clearing rubbish from the AGFEST show grounds today.Armed w...
16/05/2026

A small group of dedicated volunteers completed a big job by clearing rubbish from the AGFEST show grounds today.
Armed with gloves and “pick up sticks” we covered the whole site to raise funds for the Scout Group.
Thanks to Kevin, Moina, Campbell, Brontë, Katie, Peter, Zoe, Hannah, Chris, Molly, Scott, Mandy, Gwen & Jools.

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