To achieve this prestigious award, a Venturer Scout aged 14-17 must be able to set a goal; plan progress towards that goal; organise their self and others; and maintain the determination to overcome difficulties and complete the task. They must also have achieved the Venturing Skills Award and complete the requirements in four award areas: Adventurous Activities, Community Involvement, Leadership Development and Personal Growth.
“On behalf of Scouts NSW, I congratulate our local Queen’s Scout Award recipients and look forward to them returning to their local Scout halls to inspire younger Scouts,” Scouts NSW Chief Commissioner Neville Tomkins OAM said.
Indiana joined Scouts after her mum and family friends believed Scouts would be a great way to get all of their children involved in the outdoors and enjoying fun experiences.
“I’ve loved having friends outside of school, and from all over the area,” said Indiana.
“I’ve also loved the independence and unique experiences over the years. I don’t know any other teenagers who have been able to hike on weekends, go camping and try as many activities as I have over the years.”
Indiana took on the Yuraygir Coastal Track for their Queen Scout Adventurous Journey. While it rained for the entirety of the trip, she loved spending days with her friends as they walked, talked and laughed in the cold weather.
Alexander has consistently shown an energetic and enthusiastic approach to completing his Queen’s Scout Award happily working in leadership roles as well as a committed Patrol member.
He also completed the Yuraygir track as part of his Adventurous Journey component.
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Rare Queen’s Scout Award honour
AFTER two years of Covid-19 lockdowns and disruptions to organised outdoor activities, Georges River Scouts’ Alexander Morson and Indiana Brown were awarded the Queen’s Scout Award at a ceremony at NSW Government House.