1st Randburg Cubs learn the importance of home safety
Leader of 1st Randburg Scout Group, Sharon Venn encourages residents to enrol children in the Scout Group and the old people to apply to volunteer.
The 1st Randburg Cubs were learning about home safety with a visit from Aragog, the spider just for fun.
The children, aged 7 to 11, attend fun learning sessions every week as part of the Cub Scouts programme.
Leader of 1st Randburg Scout Group, Sharon Venn said, “Last week they were working hard to achieve their athlete’s badge and next week they will be heading out for a hike. They are reminded of what they need to prepare for a hike and what to do if they are ever lost in the veldt.”
Learning about nature, the outdoors but also various life skills is an important part of the scouting programme but always in a fun, interactive way.
“This week, they had to create their own board game around home safety – what to look out for (such as the poisonous ingredients in home cleaners) and keeping the cot sides up for young children. They had many ideas and suggestions on how to make a home safer and what to be careful of,” said Venn.
The group also caters for younger siblings from 5-year-olds in the meerkats section and the teenagers join in with scouts from ages 11 to 18. The young adults from the Rover crew which caters for ages 18 to 30 with a big focus on community involvement and projects.
Venn explained that 1st Randburg has been operating since 1946 and has supported many young people in their journey to understand themselves, grow in confidence and skills and ultimately become active corporate citizens and leaders.
Springbok scout and volunteer adult helper with the cubs’ group Caitlyn Venn, said, “My scouting journey has been one of the most beneficial and exciting hobbies I’ve had thus far. It shaped me into who I am today, benefitted me as a youth and gave me skills I could never find elsewhere.”
The children are encouraged to work on badges that align with their interests and thus achieve advancements and recognition. However, the values that are encompassed in the scout promise are the core of the movement, encouraging the children to help others at all times and to always do their best.
“Scouts South Africa is the biggest youth organisation in the country with over 190 000 children, youths and adults nationwide. They are open for all children and adults who want to embrace their adventurous spirit, enjoy challenging activities and make a positive impact on their communities,” added Venn.
Venn encouraged the community to enrol children in meerkats, cubs or scouts and adults who would like to volunteer to assist the group to apply.
Contact details:
email 1st Randburg on sgl@1strandburg.co.za
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