WELCOME TO
Knysna 1st
We hope that your child will be joining us regularly to share in all our adventures and excitement with us. On this page we aim to cover most of the essential information about our group.
It is normal that before deciding to join, your child visits the group for a few weeks first, to obtain a better understanding of how our programme works.
Before accepting and investing in your child, we kindly ask that you read the information on this page and complete, sign and return the following forms: Application for Membership, POPIA and Personal Details. These can be found on the Downloads page.
What is expected of your child?
- That your child attends meetings regularly, including camps, hikes or outings.
- That your child informs the Scouter, Patrol Leader / Sixer the reason for absenteeism.
- That your child is punctual and takes pride in their uniform and appearance.
- That your child takes the Cub Promise / Scout Promise and is loyal to the Scout Group.
- That your child takes part in fundraising events.
What is expected from you as parents?
- That you take an active interest in your child’s activities and those of the group.
- That you help your child make the Cub / Scout Promise a habit of everyday life.
- That you take an active interest in the affairs of the group and assist with the running of the group by supporting our fundraising activities or even participate in group committee meetings.
💡 Remember, the child who has the support of their parents is the one who progresses and excels.
In Return
- The group will help your child to achieve the following:
- Fun and Adventure
- Independence and confidence
- Leadership training and skills
- Outdoor adventure and skills
- Helping others, teamwork and friendships
- Citizenship and community involvement
- Sound physical and mental health
- Accepting responsibility
- Understanding and caring for the environment
- Developing good habits
- Encouraging good sportsmanship and fair play
- Fostering a sense of personal achievement
- Developing innovation and creativity
- Decision making
- Fill up certain chinks unavoidable in the ordinary school curriculum
- Education for Life.
