First Somerset West Scouts

20/03/2023

17/02/2023

Kon-Tiki 2023: Comics is around the corner! We hope to see you down supporting your teams come Kon-Tiki weekend!

Check out this years Kon-Tiki T-Shirts, Hoodies, Caps and Badges!

Merchandise Order Link: https://forms.gle/m2jL9q4eNoJNssdy8

A reminder, merchandise will only be available for order *before* the competition this year. Please remember to order your merch by 24 February.

We are now allowing late payments for orders made on-time. See the Google Form for details.

Thank you for your support!

The Kon-Tiki Team

22/02/2022

"World Scout Day is celebrated on 22 February to commemorate the birth anniversary of Lord Robert Baden-Powell, who founded the Boy Scouts movement. Also known as Founder's Day, the day also marks the birth anniversary of his wife Olave Baden-Powell, who was also the World Chief Guide.

Baden-Powell established the Boy Scout movement in 1907. Since it has grown from a small group of boys in the United Kingdom to 57 million members in 172 countries. World Thinking Day is also celebrated on this date, and aims to raise funds for Girl Scout and Girl Guide organisations."

11/02/2022

Happy 18th Birthday... thanks for your time as a scout

06/02/2022

What a wonderful opportunity for kids to get out of their dungeons and into a dungeon with other dungeon dwellers!

22/01/2022

yes!

Let’s reclaim our Scout Experience together!

Message from Deputy Chief Scout Khonzaphi Mdaka

Over the past two years, the Covid pandemic impacted all of our personal, professional, and Scouting lives. We lost loved ones, livelihoods, and had to cancel the majority of our plans. As a Scout Movement, we were not able to offer the Scout experience in its truest form to our members. However, despite the challenges, you – our volunteers – were at the forefront of keeping Scouting alive. Your drive and determination as volunteers and members to keep Scouting going was encouraging and inspiring. It wasn’t easy, but nothing could keep us as a Scout family down, not even Covid.

2022 has some exciting programmes in store for us. From the new SDG initiative “Going Solar”, to in-person meetings, camps, events such as Kontiki and our national jamboree Sanjamb, new partnerships, and much more. Many of you will make new friends, acquire life-changing skills, and will gain memories to last you a lifetime. For our brother and sister Scouts in rural areas, let’s work together to find the funds or equipment to enhance your Scouting adventure. Who knows maybe there are even Scout Groups out there who can spare some materials or funds to assist a fellow Scout Group?

After opening up a Scout Group in my community and getting involved in training, I was blessed with the opportunity to serve in Provincial leadership, and later as National Property Chair and more recently as your Deputy Chief Scout. As of the 1st of February 2022, my Scout journey is going to change paths once more as I am humbled and honoured to become the Chief Scout of the Movement I respect and love deeply. I am looking forward to serving you and believe that together we can continue to have fun whilst we innovate, lead by example, and continue to contribute to achieving a more sustainable planet for generations to come.

I also want to thank Brendon Hausberger for his years of service as Chief Scout. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to Scouting, for serving and guiding us with integrity, wisdom, vision, and a sense of humour when needed. You listened to our needs, you worked towards addressing them, and you kept sight of the bigger picture as you steered us through the recent lockdowns and restrictions brought on by the Covid pandemic.

Together we are standing at the cusp of new opportunities and adventures. As we restart our activities, the question on most of our minds is “How will we overcome the pandemic?” It is important to remember that we are navigating this road together. The pandemic is here and as individuals, as local and global citizens, we each have the responsibility to ensure that we make informed decisions, that we consider not only our own wellbeing but also that of our families, community and fellow Scouting members. We need to continue to practice the 3D’s, wear our masks and sanitise. We would also encourage you – if you have not done so already – to get vaccinated and get your booster when eligible.

One of our Scout Laws states that” a Scout smiles and whistles under all difficulties”. With a positive mind-set, a responsible attitude, and innovative ideas. I am confident that together we can forge forward and offer exciting Scouting programmes, organise Scouting events, training courses, and live the Scout experience we all love and hunger for.

May this be the best year ever for us as SCOUTS South Africa. It is our time to reclaim our lives and our Scout experience!

20/01/2022

The Campfire Chats are back!

Scouts, aspiring Springbok Scouts, and Scouters who are planning an expedition, this campfire chat is for you! Join Western Cape RTC Scouts Nigel Forshaw to discuss the ins and outs of Google Earth, route planning, and topographical maps on 26 January 2022.

Join us on Teams.
Register once for all chats by emailing [email protected]

Western Cape Scouts

16/01/2022

Let's do this!

Youth retention campaign

Once a Scout reaches the age of 18 their Scout advancement journey comes to an end. But this doesn’t need to mean that their involvement with the Movement should end too.

Our Regional Young Leaders Representatives and volunteers have embarked on a campaign to introduce our ex-Scouts to new opportunities within Scouting, as well as to new Scout Groups and Rover Crews for those who are moving to new communities for work or study.

To make this happen we need your help to reach our 18+ youth! Share this short survey with your contacts so our young adults can use it to indicate their movements and their interests. We will use this information to match them to suitable roles in their area.

Scan the QR code in the image or find the survey here https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=alWIDwF3iUSOFSXcN2CA9OLK7gP-W_lBlZPHmaYLGSNUOUxIVktRN0pHNjU4NUU3WElEVkhZMlcwMy4u

10/01/2022

Get your badge now!

01/01/2022

Happy New Year Scouts!!!

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23/12/2021

Our Scouts have just returned from the most beautiful camp in Hawequas Scout Adventure Centre - Wellington, Western Cape .

Thank you so much to the scouts and scout leaders organising all this!

We are so lucky to be part of this amazing youth group!

Photos thanks to Robyn!

20/12/2021

A lovely swim at Hawequas in Wellington - our troupers are happy campers!

05/12/2021

What a lovely Christmas market it has been!

Thank you to all the vendors, Scouts and parents who made this a memorable and fun event!

HART - Helderberg Animal Rescue Team Maya Bellydance Troupe

03/12/2021

Thanks to all the Scouts parents that were present!

And thanks to the Scouts for making it a ball!!

What a lovely culture, what a lovely community. You guys rock!

This photo was taken by Scout parent Bredenkamp! Thank you Jo, this is a beautiful pic!

01/12/2021

We have had to change the date of our family meeting!

Please remember to join us this Friday for the Annual General Meeting!

One family stands a chance to win a year's worth of scouts fees!

21/11/2021

Remember the Annual General Meeting this Friday!

Set the date in your calendars and stand the chance to win one year no Scouts fees!

20/11/2021

The Scouts are hosting a

Christmas Market on the 5th of December between 10h00 and 15h00.

A lovely venue on the Scouts grounds, in which to enjoy childish cheer, music and moves with the smell of boerie rolls and pop corn in the air!

Join us, bring family and friends, and support local vendors and our youths in this beautiful event.

19/11/2021

The view from tonight's hike! Thanks Andrew for the pic!

What a pleasure it was for all.

Thanks to all the organisers, for all your endless efforts.

19/11/2021

Full Moon Hike tonight!

Th Scouts are going on a Full Moon Hike tonight in Gordons Bay on the Danie Miller Trail!

Appreciating nature in the moonlight!

15/11/2021

This view could be yours!

As many of you are well aware, Appleton Scout Camp, on Signal Hill is under new Wardenship. An enthusiastic and driven cohort of young adults have taken over with one mission in mind: allow Appleton to realise its true potential as a facility that best serves the youth.

But we can't do this without you! Over 300 human hours of effort has been identified as needed to turn the campsite 180° around.

Next Weekend (20th and 21st November) Appleton will be hosting a work party weekend to start knocking off those hours. The campsite will also be opened up for FREE CAMPING for all those wanting to over night the Saturday and continue assisting on the Sunday!

Basic information:

When: 20th - 21st November (Saturday 12pm - 6pm / Sunday 9am - 6pm)

Where: Appleton Camp Site, Signal Hill (that place with the world class sunset view)

Who: Members of the Movement and their Parents

Cost: Nothing!

What to bring: Food for self and family (there are 2 fire places and gas stoves available for cooking on), overnight kit (if wanting to overnight), old/work clothes and gloves if you have, and working equipment.

How : Contact Johann Harzon (081 342 6835 / [email protected])

See you there!

08/11/2021

Ho! Ho! Ho!

Guess what we have coming to town ....

First one to guess correctly wins a packet of the best cookies in town!

Remember, save the date, and leave your comment here!

05/11/2021

Enjoy your weekend, Scouts, Family & Friends!

02/11/2021

Did you know that the Scouts have the right to these exclusive views?

Camp Nature has granted us the right to the Appleton campsite, right on top of Signal Hill, Cape Town.

What an honour!

Plan your next family or Scouts camp now!

Contact Johan Harzon on 081 342 6835 (ideally WhatsApp) to make arrangements.

31/10/2021

Happy Halloween to all Scouts, family and friends!

Did you know the tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts.

In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to honor all saints. Soon, All Saints Day incorporated some of the traditions of Samhain. The evening before was known as All Hallows Eve, and later Halloween.

Over time, Halloween evolved into a day of activities like trick-or-treating, carving jack-o-lanterns, festive gatherings, donning costumes and eating treats.

Read more here

https://www.history.com/topics/halloween/history-of-halloween

31/10/2021

25/10/2021

This Thursday Scouts from the whole Peninsula will be heading up Lion's head, in appreciation of our beautiful natural surroundings!

Aren't we lucky to be able to simply step outside and be immersed in this beauty?

24/10/2021

21/10/2021

Oh no!

You might have noticed our page has had a funny name for a couple of days now!

We have unfortunately been hacked and are in the process of repairing the (relatively small) damage...

Please bear with us as we try and change our name back to

1st Somerset West Scouts!

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19/10/2021

14/09/2021

The Covid-19 pandemic has taken a toll on all our lives. We just want to remind you that you are not alone. You are part of a Scout family and your mental and physical health is important to us.

Please remember that talking to someone about your problems can help you manage your feelings and assist you in finding a way forward.

We put together a few resources to help you and your loved-ones cope during these challenging times. Find them here: https://www.scouts.org.za/2021/09/10/scout-family-mental-health/

12/09/2021

Gordon Shield 2021 team

10/09/2021

First campfire covid style.... masks on did not dampen the scouts spirit

01/08/2021

31/07/2021

Thank you Meerkats for making the 25 Jar of Hope bottles today

09/05/2021

Happy Mothers Day to all our incredible moms and honorary moms, thank you for all you do ❤

Happy Mother's Day to our Scouting moms!

Thank you for inspiring us and for being such a great influence in our lives. You might not all be able to be with your families today, but we want you to know that you are appreciated!

Have a lovely day!

24/04/2021

Beautiful wind free morning in the Nature Reserve. Our Meerkats are busy with their first hike together

16/04/2021

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