St Georges Day 2024
St George is the patron Saint of England, who legend tells us slayed a dragon in ancient times, and lots of people choose to celebrate it with parades, dancing and other activities. St George was also chosen as the patron saint of Scouts. As Baden Powell choose St George to be the movements Patron Saint because he felt the qualities were the same qualities that reflect a good Scout!
When he was faced by a difficulty or danger, however great it appeared, even in the shape of a dragon – he did not avoid it or fear it but went at it with all the power he could… That is exactly the way a Scout should face a difficulty or danger no matter how great or how terrifying it may appear. They should go at it boldly and confidently, using every power that they can to try and overcome it, and the probability is that they will succeed.
This can be broken down into the following points
- Responsibility
- Truthfulness
- Devotion to duty
- A brave heart
- A noble spirit
- Dedication to helping others
Thank you to everyone who attended our St George’s Day promise renewal, the Promise helps all young people and adults keep the fundamentals of Scouts in mind
Congratulations to the following:
💙Beaver Colony of The Year – Dorking 24th (Holmwood & Capel)
💚Cub Pack of The Year – Dorking 1st (St Martins)
💜Scout Troop of the Year – Dorking 18th (North Holmwood)
💜Explorer Scout of The Year – Alice Hope
💜Young Leader of The Year – Lydia Sollis
💜Queens Scout – Jess Harman
🪵Wood Badge – Tilly Hodgson
🔟 Good Service – Norman Ede
3️⃣0️⃣ Good Service – Charlie Goodship
Our retiring collection was on behalf of Crohn’s & Colitis and thanks to the generosity of our young people, you their families and our wonderful leaders, we raised £260 which has been paid to the charity. Thank you!
Save 27/04/25 for next years celebrations!
