AGM Awards and Reports

Beaver Scout Section AGM Report 2025

It’s been a busy and positive year for our Beaver Colony. 

We currently have 26 Beavers in the group. At the end of 2024, we were running with just two leaders, which made things quite challenging. At the start of 2025, we introduced a parent rota to help keep the section going. The parents really stepped up, they were fantastic and made a big difference. Thanks to that support, we’ve now been able to welcome five new leaders, who have been amazing. It’s great to have a strong team again. 

Badges and Awards 

Our Beavers have been hard at work and achieved: 

• 7 Chief Scout Bronze Awards 

• 44 Challenge Awards 

• 147 Activity Badges 

• 78 Staged Badges 

We’ve covered a variety of badge themes including Air Activities, Safety, Money Skills, Gardener, Cook and Health & Fitness. This term, we’ve had a special focus on the Outdoor Challenge, Camp Craft, and Nature-themed activities. 

Events and Activities 

The colony has taken part in a fantastic range of activities, including: 

• County Beaver Day at Hever Castle – very wet, but very fun! 

• District Beavers Pantomime Trip 

• County Adventure Day at Lower Grange Farm – lots of new experiences and challenges 

• “Under the Sea” Fundraising Fun Activity Day – raising funds for KIJ 

• Visit to the local fire station 

• 1st Cheriton Group Rounders at the Park – bringing together all sections 

• Water-themed Fun Night - a Beaver favourite! 

Looking Ahead 

We’re already planning a full and exciting programme for the rest of 2025. Upcoming events include: 

• Howletts Zoo Trip in September 

• Drive-In Style Movie Afternoon in October 

• A potential Autumn Sleepover during October half term 

• District Beavers Pantomime Trip in December 

• And more District and County Beaver events already being planned for early 2026 

Thanks and Acknowledgments

A huge thank you to our amazing team of leaders, Shane, Karen, Kathryn, Caroline, Sarah and Miriana for their enthusiasm, time, and commitment throughout the year. Your energy has been key to keeping the colony running smoothly.

We’re also incredibly grateful for the continued support from Paul, our Scout Section Leader, who regularly joins us on trips and helps lead exciting activities like axe throwing and firelighting, always a hit with the Beavers!

A big shout-out to our young helpers, Charlotte, Koby, Louie, and Romain, who have been fantastic role models and extra pairs of hands.

Finally, thank you to all the parents who’ve supported us, whether through the rota or by lending a hand at events. Your help has truly made a difference and keeps our section thriving.

With a growing leadership team and enthusiastic Beavers, we’re excited for the future. We look forward to continuing to provide a fun, safe, and rewarding environment where our Beavers can learn new skills, make friends, and create great memories.