1st Great Amwell Scout History    

 

History of Our Beaver Scouts

Our first Beaver Colony was set up in 1989 following the official introduction of Beavers into the U.K in 1982.

During the early 80’s, the group like others were very sceptical of its justification or benefits, and therefore resisted its early introduction. Those concerns and worries soon passed after its introduction and now fully appreciate it contribution towards the group’s successes.

When Beaver Scouts were initially introduced into the UK, it was restricted to Boys only. This has now changed in the last few years enabling girls to full participate in this exciting venture.

The colony was initially led by Ellie Perkins and later supported by Teresa Penny and Enid Burton when the colony reached full capacity and waiting lists dramatically increased. In 2008 a new colony was set up to help reduce the growing waiting lists.

Our full history can be viewed on the history page within this site.

The key Principles of the Beaver Scouts are:

• Making friends
• Sharing
• Making progress
• Keeping the promise
• Having fun

 

Additional Page Links

Additional Page Links Beaver Coloney Beaver Leaders First Past the Post

 

Origins of the Beaver Scouts

The idea of a younger age group to Cubs, was initially considered in the early 1960s. The first Pre-Cub section was started in Northern Ireland, although they were initially known as "The Little Brothers"

Further information on the History of Beavers can be found on the following scoutbase link

The Beaver Scout Promise

“I promise to do my best, to be kind and helpful and to love God” 

Uniform Changes since 1989

When Beaver Scouts were officially introduced (October 1982) into the UK, they all wore a grey sweatshirt and turquoise neckerchief with a maroon woggle

In February 2001 the Scout association announced the introduction of new uniforms for the UK’s half a million Scouts. This coincided with Founder’s day and the 144th anniversary of Baden-Powell’s birth. Beaver Scouts started to wear a new turquoise sweatshirt and the group's scarlet neckerchief.