Eastern Cape South - Scouts

24/09/2026

Happy Heritage Day! 🇿🇦 Today, we’re celebrating the beautiful tapestry of our region by sharing what our scout scarves mean to our youth members across the Eastern Cape South. From the far corners of our region, it is so inspiring to hear these responses and realize that no matter the distance, we are one. We share the same values, we’ve built families within our groups, and when we come together as a region, we share a unified love for scouting. Here’s to the heritage we build together! ⚜️

23/09/2026

23/09/2026

50 years of changing lives. ✨

During Walmer’s centenary celebrations, we had the absolute privilege of honoring Jeffrey Ferreira with his 50-year bar for adult service to Scouting. From starting as a Cub in 1967 to becoming a Leader Trainer who has equipped generations of young people and volunteers, Jeff’s dedication is unmatched.

He has served as Scoutmaster, District Commissioner, RTC: Rovers, and most recently, RTC: Adult Leader Training. Thank you, Jeff, for five decades of leadership, service, and living out the Scout Promise. You are an inspiration to us all! 👏⚜️

17/09/2026

What a fantastic day at the 1st Aid Competition! 🩹⛑️ From laughter to life-saving skills, our Cubs and Scouts gave it their all. A massive thank you to the packs and troops who attended and brought such incredible energy.

Cotswold and Sunridge, you outdid yourselves with the planning! 👏

Our groups tackled everything from first aid scenarios to scene management and CPR. A huge congratulations to our winners:
🥇 St Columba
🥈 Sunridge
🥉 Cotswold

And a special shoutout to our Cubs who had mixed sixes from Sunridge, Cotswold, and Holy Spirit for taking 1st and 2nd place! Thank you all for coming with such force and making it a day to remember. ⚜️

15/09/2026

100 YEARS OF 1ST WALMER!

On Saturday, 12 September 2026, 1st Walmer Scout Group celebrated an incredible milestone: 100 years of Scouting, adventure, friendship and service.

From its beginnings in 1926 with Miss E.T. Crooks, “Grey Wolf”, starting the Wolf Cub Pack, generations of Cubs, Scouts, Rovers and Scouters have carried the 1st Walmer story forward.

The centenary brought generations together to celebrate the past and create new memories. Cubs and Scouts enjoyed the day, Scouts and Rovers worked together to build a massive gateway, old photographs were recreated, and one of the Group’s early adventures was reenacted.

The Garden of Remembrance was also dedicated, honouring those who helped shape 1st Walmer over the years, while a special 100 year stone display from Algoa Sea Scouts now stands proudly beside the memorial yellowwood tree.

And, because it wouldn’t quite be 1st Walmer without it...the rain came!

The campfire moved indoors, but the Scout spirit stayed strong. Generations gathered around the chimney, sharing stories, laughter and memories.

100 years behind us.
A new chapter ahead.
And the adventure continues.

Happy 100th Birthday, 1st Walmer Scout Group!



Interviewed and written by Caroline Boshoff, SCOUTS SA Content Creator. Pictures by Kendyl Schroder and Caroline Boshoff.

14/09/2026

Roses are red, CPR is tough, but our Cubs and Scouts sure know how to name their stuff! 😂

On Saturday at 1st Cotswold Scout Hall, our youth took on the 1st Aid Competition. We asked them to name their Resusi Anne, and the results were hilarious.

What's your go-to name for a CPR dummy? Tell us below! 👇

09/09/2026

100 years of adventure, friendship, and 'learning by doing'! 🏕️🔥

This weekend, the 1st Walmer Scout Group celebrates a century of shaping young lives. From Ging Gang Goolie around the campfire to obstacle courses and spekboom planting, the legacy lives on. Here’s to the next 100 years! 🥳⚜️

08/09/2026

🚨 SURVIVAL REPORT: NIGHT HIKE 2026 🚨

A few weeks ago, NMB South gathered at Crossways Farm Village for our annual Night Hike, hosted by St Columba Scout Group. Scout groups from across the district came together with one mission: survive the night! 🌧️🧟‍♂️

With 18 orienteering points and 6 skills bases to tackle, our scouts pushed through rain, cold, and unexpected "zombie" ambushes—some patrols even covering the full 18km! Every single scout gave their absolute all, showing resilience, teamwork, and true scout spirit. We are incredibly proud of each and every one of you! 👏

A special well done to 1st Walmer's 2 patrols on taking home the Walton and Night Owl Trophies, and to St Croix for winning Patrol Spirit—great effort all round! But honestly, every patrol that stepped up and took on the challenge is a winner in our books.

A massive thank you to the planning team—this event is always a fan favourite, and your effort does not go unnoticed. And to all the scouters from across the district who braved the cold to run bases and support the scouts—we are incredibly grateful to have such dedicated volunteers standing behind our youth! 🙌

We can't wait for the next one—same time next year? 👀

01/09/2026

Eastern Cape South at the 2nd African Scout Moot ⚜️

Eastern Cape South is tremendously proud of our three incredible Rovers who represented our Region at the 2nd African Scout Moot, held from 1 to 8 August 2026 in Johannesburg.

We were proudly represented in so many different ways, showing that even though we may be a smaller Region, we can still make a BIG impact!

Caroline Boshoff, Chairlady of 1st Walmer Crew and a Den Scouters at the Algoa Sea Scouts, was part of the Organising Team, serving on the Programme Team and taking responsibility for organising the Vigil and Spirituality Base. She also contributed to the Media Team, helping capture and share the Moot experience. Caroline was honoured with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of her outstanding commitment, dedication and contribution to the planning, organisation and successful delivery of the Moot as a valued member of the Local Organising Committee.

Siphelo Plaatjies, Chairman of St Croix Crew, represented Eastern Cape South as Deputy Head of Contingent. He took on an important leadership role within the South African Contingent and led the contingent with dedication, responsibility and Scout Spirit throughout the Moot. We are incredibly proud of the way he supported and guided the contingent and represented both South Africa and Eastern Cape South so well.

Kieran White, Chairman of 1st Sunridge Crew, joined the Moot as a participant and had an absolute blast. He embraced the experience, made new friendships, enjoyed the activities and proudly represented Eastern Cape South throughout the Moot. He also had the incredible honour of carrying the South African flag during the Opening Ceremony, a very special moment for both him and our Region.

Our Rovers had an amazing time meeting Scouts and Rovers from across Africa and beyond, experiencing new cultures, making countless memories and, most importantly, forming friendships that will last a lifetime.

They embraced every opportunity, took part in activities, contributed to the Moot in their different roles and represented Eastern Cape South with pride, passion and true Scout Spirit.

We are incredibly proud of you all! You carried the spirit of Eastern Cape South with you and showed that our Region may be small, but our Scouting spirit, commitment and impact are HUGE!

Well done, Rovers! We cannot wait to hear all the stories and memories you brought home. 🇿🇦

31/08/2026

Celebrating 100 Years of Excellence

Eastern Cape South is incredibly excited and proud to celebrate a very special milestone with one of our Scout Groups, 1st Walmer Scout Group, as they celebrate 100 years of excellence in Scouting.

A century of adventure, service, friendship and creating generations of young people is an incredible achievement, and we are so proud to celebrate this moment with them.

We invite all current and past Meerkats, Cubs, Scouts, Rovers, Scout Leaders, families and members of our Scouting community to join us at 1st Walmer as we celebrate this massive milestone together.

All are welcome. Come and show your support for 1st Walmer and help Eastern Cape South celebrate 100 incredible years!

Please see the information below and RSVP here:

https://tinyurl.com/Walmer100