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CAPE TOWN –<\/strong> The 1st Muizenberg Sea Scout Group made history by receiving the prestigious Tonkin Trophy for the first time, on Sunday 22 February, coinciding with Robert Baden Powell’s birthday, which is also known as the Founder’s Day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Awarded since 1958, the Tonkin Trophy recognises the top overall Scout group in the Western Cape, based on consistent participation and programme delivery across all sections throughout the year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year’s gathering held particular meaning as it fell on the actual birthday of Baden-Powell, the founder of the scouting movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The 1st Muizenberg Sea Scout Group made history by receiving the prestigious Tonkin Trophy for the first time in the group’s history on Sunday 22 February.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Special significance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year’s Founders’ Day held particular meaning as it fell on the actual birthday of Scouts founder Robert Baden-Powell, adding deeper significance to an already-special occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scout group leader Angela Lee-Wright acknowledged the recognition with humility and emphasised the shared effort that made it possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Angela Lee-Wright (Scout group leader), Jason Suter (Pack scouter), David Bosch (Troop scouter). PHOTOS: SUPPLIED.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

“Scouting plays an important role in our community. Seeing young people grow in skill and character, supported by dedicated volunteers and leaders, is a real privilege. This recognition reflects the effort and continued dedication of adults and youth members alike.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Oban Bloomfield (Meerkat), Akin Sanger-Samuels (Cub), Angelique Applegate (Scout) and Stephen Bosch (Rover).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Youth leadership recognised<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scout patrol leader Rachel Lotter (16) shared her excitement about the group’s success. “I’m beyond proud of the group and everyone involved. All the perseverance and hard work have been inspiring. Over the last few years I’ve watched everyone dig deep for this achievement.” Lotter emphasised the Scouts’ personal impact: “Scouting has taught me to take pride in what I do, be myself, no matter who’s watching.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Community impact<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The award represents collective work from young people, adult volunteers and families who contribute weekly to group activities. Through adventure, service and leadership opportunities, the Scouts continue to develop character, practical life skills, and responsibility in young people across the Western Cape.The group receives this recognition with gratitude and appreciation for the wider Scouting community’s ongoing efforts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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