Jul 28 2026
Before I talk about Swifts currently and where we are going, I would like to take a step back and thank our previous PL. Well done and thank you to Joel while being an exceptional PL while working so hard on Springbok. A huge thank you for being a vital part of the Swifts legacy. …
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Jul 28 2026
Boks has had a truly spectacular term. The spirits were high and our patrol enthusiastically participated in every meeting. Winning the MOSCIP trophy this term certainly showed the hard work and dedication that the patrol put in this term. Between patrol members earning badges, a few going on courses and our attendance at events, for …
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Jul 28 2026
Kestrels has been a lot of fun recently. Since becoming a Patrol Leader, I’ve helped redesign our notice board and restock the STA box. Our patrol has made countless great memories together, and it’s been rewarding to see Kestrels working well and staying consistent. We’ve had plenty of enjoyable events, including the Olivers’ Discovery Hike …
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Jul 28 2026
This year has been a Rollercoaster for Bats. We started off the year firmly in last place for MOSCIP, with Harry also unfortunately leaving the troop. We then had the comeback of the century, moving all the way up to 3rd place and welcoming Matteo into the patrol. We’ve had some great meetings this term, …
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Jul 19 2026
Welcome back to the Goshawks Bush. Term 2 has been quiet so far, being a busier term on the school side we have had fewer patrol activities. The patrol has been bonding over the last few terms and are finally settling into a comfortable rhythm. Our Patrol has been working steadily on their advancement throughout …
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Jun 10 2026
Laura Owens is our latest Springbok Scout! She received her award at a celebration at our hall in May, attended by family, friends and members of the group. She is now our 43rd Springbok Scout and the 5th girl to earn her Springbok at 1st Claremont. Laura was interviewed by SCOUTS South Africa about her …
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Oct 06 2025
At the end of October, the first member of Scouting to have gone through Meerkats and Cubs will go up to Scouts. Neema Galetta joined the 1st Claremont Meerkat Den when it opened in October 2020. Our first meeting was an adventure in Keurboom Park, but we were soon locked down, and meetings proceeded online. Neema …
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Oct 05 2025
Term 3 this year was, as usual, one of our busier terms (I’m sure you are all tired of reading/hearing this statement or an iteration of this statement by now, but it is simply just true.. The term started before the term even began with both Laura and Joel running their community services and Laura …
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