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About 1st Petersfield Scout Group

1^st Petersfield Scout Group was formed in 1907, the inaugural year of the Scout movement. The purpose of Scouting is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.

1^st Petersfield Scout Group supports the purpose of Scouting through the provision of balanced programs covering physical, intellectual, social and spiritual activities for boys between the age of 6 and 14.

Scouting uses a method of young people in conjunction with Adults

· enjoying what they are doing

· learning by doing

· participating in varied and progressive activities

· making choices for themselves

· taking responsibility for their own actions

· working in groups

· taking increasing responsibility for others

· taking part in activities outdoors

· sharing in prayer and worship

· making and living out their Promise

1^st Petersfield Scout Group consists of:

Beaver section (age 6 to 8)

Cub section (age 8 to 10.5)

Scout section (age 10.5 to 14)

14th May - Hindhead Tunnel Visit

Cubs from the 1^st Petersfield Scout Group were lucky enough to be allocated tickets to the Hindhead Tunnel Walkthrough which was held at the weekend. It was a fascinating trip seeing first hand this amazing construction feat. It was particularly interesting as the Pack visited the site 2 years ago and saw the tunnels under construction. During that visit they were given an overview of all the preliminary work that had taken place and shown a detailed model of the route of the new road and how the design made provision forexisting footpaths and bridle paths. They were then taken to the tunnel entrance and saw the giant drilling machinery and earth moving equipment. Visiting the finished project brought it all together and was certainly an experience to remember.

Fire Dogs Come to Visit 1st Petersfield Cubs

The Cubs from 1^st Petersfield were treated to a fascinating evening learning about Hampshire Fire & Rescue Service’s Fire Dogs. They heard how the dogs play an important role in investigating the cause of suspicious fires as well as about the training they have to undergo. Looking smart in their special HFRS jackets and wearing protective shoes, black Labradors Saxon and Inca demonstrated their skills by sniffing out fire accelerants which had been hidden in the building. The Cubs thanked Graham, their handler and thought the evening was ‘wicked’ and the dogs ‘awesome’.

Cub Summer Camp

At the annual Pack Summer Camp we visited an outdoor activity centre where Cubs had the chance to try a Challenge course where they had to work together as a team as well as some low ropes activities. Many were slightly nervous when they saw the harnesses, beams and trapeze however all of them overcame their fears and had a great time trying something new.

Fire Station Visit

Cub Scouts from 1st Petersfield Cub Pack visited the Swan Street Fire Station and had a great evening finding out where fire fighters get water from to tackle blazes. As a practical demonstration they used ladders, hoses and sheeting to create a dam which they then filled with water. A pump was started drawing the water out of the dam and each of the boys had a turn at using the hose, commenting on how heavy it was and how fast the water came out. After this they were given a demonstration on how the fire fighters would use their specialist tools to remove a door from a car to rescue someone trapped inside. The Cubs thoroughly enjoyed the evening and learnt a lot about the work done by the fire service.

A real surprise for the Cubs

The Cubs were treated to a real surprise when they met at a field in Buriton on a lovely autumn evening. An Army Lynx helicopter came skimming over the hills circling the field at low level, then hovered before finally landing. Once it was safe to approach, the pilots Richard and Mario explained about the Lynx and its role before answering lots of questions from the Cubs. Everyone then had the opportunity to go on board and see the controls.

The event had been organised by the Pack leaders as part of the Air Activities badge and provided the Cubs with a close up of an aircraft and chance to ask questions on all aspects of flying. After an hour it was time for the helicopter to leave, hovering in front of the Cubs before taking off into the dusk ending a very memorable and exciting evening for the Cubs.

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1st Petersfield Scout Group Celebrate Centenary

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To honour this landmark occasion and to offer the opportunity for ex- members to rekindle old friendships, the group is planning a full calendar of events.
These include the group hosting the traditional St George’s Day Service on Sunday April 27^th, which a parade through the town, starting from the Square and a service at Churcher’s College.
Boys, girls and leaders from across East Hampshire are set to join the parade, including groups from 1^st Sheet, 1^st Liss and 1^st Liphook. For the parade, the Petersfield and surrounding groups will be joined by a representative from the county scout headquarters, plus local Councillors.
In mid-June the group will be running a Group Camp (over the weekend of June 14^th & 15^th), with a campfire on the Saturday evening, There are plans for a reunion party in October or November.
To mark the first 100 years, the group are interested to hear from ex-members with memories, to get in touch about this, or to find out more about any upcoming events, email :100years@1stpetersfieldscoutgroup.co.uk

Above is the badge designed and worn to celebrate the centenary

Green-Figured Cubs and Scouts
"Work continues on the plot of land adopted by 1st Petersfield Scout Group as part of their centenary celebrations. A piece of overgrown ground at the end of Tor Way leading into College Street was taken over as an environmental challenge by the Scouts and Cubs of the Group. Work started last summer clearing years of rubbish and rampant brambles and ivy. In the autumn bulbs were planted which are now giving a lovely bright display and the Scouts put up bird boxes they had made.
Further work will continue over the coming months opening up the space and adding to the planting which should make it an attractive area for everyone coming into town. Lots of positive comments were received from passers-by seeing the Group at work. This is an ongoing project as the Group’s contribution to the town beyond it’s 100th year and thanks go to Southdown Building Limited for sponsoring the planting and the hard work of the Cubs and Scouts and their parents.
Anyone interested in knowing about other activities planned for the year or who may have any Scout memorabilia they wish to donate, please contact us at 100years@1stpetersfieldscoutgroup.co.uk
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Scouts and Cubs working on clearing the area
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1st Petersfield Scout Group help historic flame back to its birthplace
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ONE HUNDRED years on and the spirit of Scouting still burns brightly as youngsters from Scout groups around Petersfield took their place in a unique celebratory event this week.
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Members of 1st Petersfield Scout Group joined scouts from throughout the District to pass on a flaming torch as it made its way through the town as part of a journey from Africa to Dorset. The torch, called the Spirit Flame, was ignited in Kenya at the side of Robert Baden-Powell’s grave in February and completed its journey at Brownsea Island, the birthplace of Scouting,
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The flame’s route took in many countries through Africa, the Mediterranean, the Vatican and Paris before arriving on these shores. Scout leader John Slater escorted the flame through the district’s patch. He said: “We were very lucky that Petersfield was on the flame’s route.” Petersfield is one of the oldest Scout groups in the world, launching in 1908, just a year after Baden Powell’s first camp.
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Mr Slater picked it up from Scouts in Henfield, West Sussex, and brought it to the town where more than 150 Scouts had congregated. Police closed the High Street temporarily for the flame’s arrival. “Every single member there got to carry the torch ” said Mr Slater. “It is the Scouting equivalent of the Olympic torch, and they all got to hand it on to the next in the procession so they weren’t just watching, they were actually doing.” Also in The Square awaiting the flame’s arrival were seven Japanese Scouts who are staying in Britain to take part in the centenary celebrations.
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The torch was then taken by a team of 12 cyclists to East Meon, where another procession was held, and then on again to Cheriton where it was handed over to Winchester Scouts.

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The Scout Association UK Site
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Petersfied District Scout Site
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the scout association centenary last year, 1st Petersfield scout group, one of the oldest groups in Hampshire, is now preparing to celebrate its own centenary this year, 1^st Petersfield Scout Group, one of the oldest groups in Hampshire, is now preparing to celebrate its own centenary this year. The group initially met way back in 1908 before being formally recognised by the urban district council.