Young adults and children learn life skills
DELTA PARK – Young adults and children learn life lessons at the Scout group camp.
The 1st Peter Place Scout Group based in Bryanston held a group camp from February 25 until 27.
Children and young adults camped at the Delta Park learning some of the key lessons about life including leadership abilities, teamwork, self-motivation, commitment, perseverance, environmental and cultural awareness and strong values.
Scout Group leader Delza Heering said Scouting changes lives and helps children and young adults reach their full potential. She said their members acquire life skills while having fun and learning by doing.
“Positive peer pressure and outdoor activities all contribute to individuals growing up with the belief that they can and are changing the world in order to leave it a better place than how they found it,” she said.
Their programmes and projects provide a wide range of activities to choose from. Several challenges contribute to their growth and advancement through the Scouting programmes and others are specifically designed to appeal to their interests.
Children and young adults were divided into four groups including Meerkats for children from five to six years old, Cubs for children from seven to 10 years old, Scouts for children from 11 to 17 years old as well as Rovers for young adults from 18 to 30 years old.
“Being a Scout teaches you how to be independent, how to take responsibility, how to protect your environment, how to contribute to your community and how to be prepared for success,” said Delza.
Shayla Heering and Darlene Frost, who have been part of the movement since they were young, said they learnt fundamental lessons about life.
“I feel like I can accomplish anything. Discipline and respect are some of the many lessons we learn here,” said Shayla.
“I learnt to be flexible with planning. Being innovative and thinking outside the box to solve problems,” said Frost.
Children enjoyed lots of activities including setting up a merry go round, hiking, running and cooking their own meal.
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