Gerry Connolly RIP We begin this news letter with some sad news. Gerry Connolly, one of our leaders from the 1970’s and 1980’s passed away this week. Gerry’s husband Terry was our group leader for many years and both were instrumental in the building of our Den in Hyde Park. Many past members will recall …
Beavers out Hiking The Beavers have been working hard on their Hillwalking badges, and recently, they had the chance to put their skills to the test on a night hike around Killiney Hill. They showcased everything they’d learned about the right clothes and gear to bring for a hike. Dónal organized a fantastic treasure hunt, …
Jamboree On The Air Cubs and Beavers took part in the annual Jamboree on the Air in Kilternan recently. This is the biggest international scouting activity of the year and over 250 young people were present with groups from Dalkey, Kilternan, Kilmacud, Balally and Oldbawn in attendance. The day offered an exciting lineup, including trebuchet …
First Cub Camp of the year! Our cubs hit the ground running with their first overnight camp of the year just a couple of weeks after starting back. It’s the first time that the group have camped in Beckettsfield, near Rathcoole, and I expect we’ll return there again. The cubs got to practice their backwoods …
We hope you had a fantastic summer! It’s hard to believe how quickly the season has passed—it feels like just yesterday we were wrapping up for the year, and now we’re already gearing up for our first meetings with our Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts. We trust you and your family had the chance to enjoy …
Our Beavers, Cubs and Scouts finished up last week. They have had an action packed year with camps and hikes in our playground of the Wicklow Mountains, and lots of activities in our Den. BRAVO to all of them, especially our new scout section who have really got into the scouting spirit over the past …
Scouts camp under the Northern Lights Our scouts were very lucky to be camping in Lough Dan during one of the best displays of the Aurora Borealis for many years. The camp also gave the patrols a chance to practice all the camping skills they have been working on this year. Including pitching the new …