In Term 2, Meerkats had their annual photo. We were happy to welcome Nick back (aka Fox). Term ended too quickly, with the Burrow Up Ceremony of Daniel, Max and Zane who had been with us for the full two years. Daniel and Max were able to achieve their Gold Stars – the Meerkats’ highest award – and Zane had his Silver Star. The week before was their last meeting in their green uniforms. In Term 1, Abi Burrowed Up at a Saturday Meerkat meeting. This was the Cubs turn, and Akela had organized a special parents’ evening and a party.
Each Meerkat went through the tunnel alone and was introduced to our SGL, Ian, by Rafiki. They were then invested as Cubs immediately as Akela had carefully prepared them over four weeks. Especially proud was Max who had three generations of his scouting family present – his dad, uncle and granny. Zane’s dad Ebrahim, sent in a comment “I would like to say thanks to all for the great experience we had and the new things that not only Zane, but also myself learned over the last years. It was really enjoyable.” We sadly had to bid goodbye to Daniel who is moving to Canada. We’ll hear all about Beavers there, we hope.
And so we look forward to Term 3 when we shall have three new Meerkats joining, and the Den will go hiking, camping, foraging and learning all about South Africa.
