This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Acton 1st Scout Organization. On Saturday there was a celebration with the Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Venturers and Rovers.
The 1st Acton Scout Group started in the fall of 1910 when Mr. Stock attended a Town Council meeting to ask for permission to start a Boy Scout Troop. Council granted permission and Bayden Powell's movement came to Acton.
We are very proud of the contributions that the 1st Acton Scout Group has made to our community over the past 100 years and also recognize the tremendous dedication and efforts for the many volunteers to make scouting happen. Volunteering is rewarding and valuable experience that helps build self confidence: discover strengths and talents; develop independence; and learn new skills. I personally thanked all of the troop leaders for their years of service. Scout masters across Canada help mold boys into young responsible men. Scouts learn the skills of survival, first aid, tying various knots and many other real life experiences. The leadership skills will something that will stay with these young boys their whole life.
On Saturday there was an old fashion barbecue, skill games etc. Long time Scout master George Henderson presided over the ceremonies. Many formers scouts were also present including David Dills who was a scout in 1939. Bill Dawkins and Bill Spielvogel were from the fifties, I was a cub in 1962. Many other former scouts and cubs were on hand.
David Dills unveiled the special 100th anniversary crest. The weather cooperated and over all it was fine kick off to celebrate 100 years of scouting in Acton.
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