💰 Money Skills! 🦫 Our Beaver Scouts got to learn all about money — what it is, how we use it, and most importantly, why saving is such a useful habit. 💵🐷 Through fun activities and discussion, they discovered the benefits of saving and how small amounts can add up over time. Because you’re never too young to start learning good money habits! 💪💰 Another fun and useful session with our Beavers! 🦫✨
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The 1st Prague Scout Group 2026 Calendar is here! Looking for a perfect Christmas gift that also supports a great cause? Our 2026 Scout Calendar is packed with fantastic photos from ages across the group — moments of adventure, teamwork, and fun! Available from: before Christmas - Price: 320 Kč Order & Pay here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/urg1nSchCX Every koruna raised goes directly toward supporting our group’s activities, equipment, and events. Get yours today — a brilliant stocking filler and a wonderful way to support Scouting in Prague!
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Our Cubs devoted the entire session this week to preparing for the commemoration of Remembrance Day, which we observed on November 8. We discussed the origins of the commemoration and its meaning. We watched a mock television report on the event that our Cubs made last year, in which they interviewed senior group leaders and veterans about their service and the solemn significance of Remembrance Day. We played some games that taught us about patience, persistence, teamwork, stability, and other skills that those who have given their lives in war have demonstrated in spades. We tried our hand at expressing our feelings in poetry and, of course, we sewed poppies for the wreath that 1st Prague Scout Group presented at the commemoration event. #SkillsForLifeBritish Scouting Overseas #preparedforlife #RemembranceDay2026 #RemembranceSunday #remembranceday #lestweforget #redpoppies #poppies #inflandersfields
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Lots more Skills for Life! ⚜️This week, our Scouts learnt all about different forms of communication, including BSL, Morse code, semaphore and the NATO phonetic alphabet! 🤟🗣️🎤
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🌺 Remembrance Sunday in Prague 🇬🇧🇨🇿 Today, members of 1st Prague Scout Group proudly attended the annual Remembrance Sunday Ceremony at the Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery in Olšany, joining members of the local and international community to remember and honour all those who gave their lives in service. We were particularly pleased to be joined once again by students and staff from some of Prague's international schools, coming together to pay their respects and ensure that the importance of remembrance continues to be passed on to younger generations. Our Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers took part in the ceremony, laying poppies on the graves of the fallen as a mark of respect. This year, there was an extra special contribution from our Cubs and Beavers, who handmade the poppies used to create our group's wreath. It was wonderful to see their work form part of such an important occasion and to give our youngest members a meaningful way to be involved in remembering those who came before us. We are incredibly proud of all our young people for representing 1st Prague Scout Group with such dignity and respect. Remembrance is an important part of our Scouting values, helping us to understand the past and remember the sacrifices made for future generations. 🌺 We will remember them. #RemembranceSunday #lestweforget #praguescouts #britishscoutingoverseas #scouting #olšany
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🪔 Happy Diwali from 1st Prague Scout Group! 🪔 Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a time for joy, hope, new beginnings and the triumph of light over darkness. ✨ At 1st Prague Scout Group, we celebrate the diversity of our Scouting family and recognise the many cultures, faiths and traditions that make our group special. Scouting brings young people together, helping them learn from one another, respect different beliefs and build friendships that cross cultural boundaries. 🌍💜 To all our Hindu, Sikh, Jain and other members celebrating Diwali, we wish you and your families a wonderful festival filled with happiness, peace and light! Happy Diwali! शुभ दीपावली! 🪔 #HappyDiwali #PragueScouts #ScoutingForAll #DiversityAndInclusion #Scouts
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🎬 REMEMBRANCE THROUGH FILM 🌺 Our Explorer Scouts took part in a special evening exploring the meaning of Remembrance and why it remains important to young people today. We started by discussing Remembrance Sunday, the significance of the poppy and the different ways countries around the world remember those affected by war and conflict. Working in small teams, they planned, filmed and edited their own 60–90-second videos. They explored themes including: 🌺 The meaning of remembrance 🕊️ A message to future generations ⏰ The two-minute silence ❤️ The human cost of war 🌍 How different countries remember It was fantastic to see the creativity, teamwork and thought that went into their films. More importantly, the activity allowed everyone to reflect on the importance of remembering the past, understanding its impact and working towards a more peaceful future. Different countries, different stories, one hope for peace. In addition, we were pleased to invest one of our leaders, Danica and another new Explorer Scout who moved up from the troop this term. #praguescouts #explorerscouts #remembrance #LestWeForget #scouting
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In the run-up to World Children's Day (November 20), our Cubs this week began work on their Global Issues activity badge. We used a variety of games and activities to think about the fundamental rights of children, problems and issues that they face around the world, the plight of refugees, and the importance of empathy. Then we put on our thinking caps and brainstormed ideas for what we can do to help. Stay tuned for future posts about our fundraising efforts. If you have any ideas or suggestions about what we can do to make a difference, please leave them in the comments below. British Scouting Overseas #CubsRule #WorldChildrenDay #WorldChildrensDay2026 #UNICEF #kidshelpingkids #PreparedForLife #doyourbest #KidsHaveRights
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Eco Engineers in training ⚙️🌱 This week, our Scouts built models entirely made of recycled materials and pitched their ideas to their peers!
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We enjoyed an evening full of spooky fun, with scary stories around the campfire, toasting marshmallows, creating our very own lanterns, and getting hands-on with some exciting magic experiments and potion making!
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The Squirrels had an out-of-this-world adventure at the Petřín Observatory! We learned lots of fascinating facts about space, watched an film, and even got the chance to use the BIG telescope! After all that space exploration, we headed outside for some fun making our own conker comets!
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A weekend of adventure and fun for the 18 brave Scouts who took on a two-day expedition in and around Dolní Bousov! 🗺️🧭 Despite the cold, the 4 groups embraced the challenge (without complaining!), each covering over 34km. 🏔️Our Saturday evening campfire🏕️🔥brought them all together to swap stories and re-energise for the coming day. Congratulations to them all! 🥳⚜️
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Our Scouts ended the run-up to their October expedition with an intense planning session, finalising their route cards and menu for the weekend! 🗺️ 🧭 ⚜️
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We enjoyed a game of bingo, danced to our favourite songs, and shared our favourite books with our fellow Squirrels. A special congratulations to those who received their very first badges!
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🇬🇧🇨🇿 A Special Visit to 1st Prague Scout Group! ⚜️ On Thursday, we were delighted to welcome Dame Emily Thornberry DBE MP to 1st Prague Scout Group! Dame Emily is a British Labour politician and Member of Parliament for Islington South and Finsbury. She serves as Chair of the House of Commons Foreign Affairs Committee, playing an important role in scrutinising the UK Government’s foreign policy and international relations. During her visit, Dame Emily spent time talking to our Leaders, Cubs and Beavers, meeting our young people and hearing about their experiences in Scouting. She also learnt about British Scouting Overseas (BSO) and how 1st Prague Scout Group provides Scouting opportunities for young people in an international community here in the Czech Republic. It was particularly lovely to discover that Dame Emily had been a Brownie Guide herself when she was younger. She shared fond memories of her time in Guiding, reminding us that the experiences and friendships we make in Scouting and Guiding can stay with us throughout our lives. 💜⚜️ We were proud to share a little of what we do here in Prague and the work of The Scouts, bringing young people together through adventure, friendship, teamwork and learning new skills in an international community. A huge thank you to Dame Emily for taking the time to visit us, chat with our Cubs and Beavers, learn more about British Scouting Overseas, and share her memories of being part of the wider Scouting and Guiding family! #praguescouts #scouting #guiding #britishscoutingoverseas #SkillsForLife #scouts #thescouts
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Our Cubs this week were thrilled to work on their Artist Activity Badge with local artist, teacher, and member of the 1st Prague Scout Group - British Scouting Overseas family Conrad Armstrong. We learned about watercolor techniques and then worked on our own still-life compositions. Of course, a great work of art needs a beautiful frame, so we put our pioneering skills to use to whip some up using square lashings and clove hitches. It is safe to say that everyone was out of their comfort zone at some point, but it was an evening of great fun together. At the end, we took a few minutes to pat ourselves on the backs and hand out badges earned at previous sessions and camps. And thanks so much to our new mentor, Conrad! British Scouting Overseas #PreparedForLife #SkillsForLife #doyourbest #CubsRule #artiseverywhere #ScoutingIsFun
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🐢🐶🐱🐰 Animal Care at Beavers! What a wonderful session! Our Beavers welcomed some very special visitors: a tortoise, a dog, a cat, and a bunny! 🐾 The children had so much fun meeting and petting the animals while learning how to respect their wishes, feed them properly, and care for them. After all, good animal care is about much more than food and water! ❤️ We were also delighted to welcome a special guest from the British Parliament! A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this such a fun and memorable session! 🦫💚 #BeaverScouts #Scouting #AnimalCare #LearningByDoing
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🎶🌍 A WORLD OF MUSIC AT 1ST PRAGUE EXPLORERS! 🌍🎶 This week, our Explorers went on a musical journey around the world! 🎵 They explored musical instruments from different countries and cultures, including some really unusual ones that many had never seen before. 🌎🥁 It was a great opportunity to discover new sounds, learn about different cultures and try something a little different! The fun continued with a game of musical creativity, giving everyone the chance to enjoy some creative fun together! 🎉 We also had a special moment as some of our newer Explorers were invested into the Unit, officially becoming members of 1st Prague Explorers. A warm welcome to you all, and congratulations! 👏⚜️ We look forward to sharing many more adventures, challenges and great memories with you. Another fantastic evening of learning, laughter and friendship at 1st Prague! 💚💛 #praguescouts #explorerscouts #ScoutingAdventures #scoutingforall #internationalscouting #SkillsForLife ⚜️
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🔥 1st Prague Explorers – Hiking, Camping & JOTI Adventures! 🏕️🚂🌍 What a fantastic weekend for our 1st Prague Explorers! Our adventure began with a train journey from Prague to Peruc, where we set off on a hike to Mang’s Cottage, ready for a weekend of outdoor fun, teamwork and adventure. After a day on the trail, we pitched our tents, fired up the BBQ and settled in for the evening. Some of our Explorers made the most of sleeping under canvas, while others seemed quite happy spending most of the night enjoying the warmth and company around the campfire! 🔥😄 But the adventure didn’t stop there! As part of Jamboree on the Internet (JOTI), we connected with Scouts from across Europe and beyond, including our friends from 1.Sandnes speidergruppe Sandnes speidergruppe in Norway, whom some of our Explorers had met during the summer in Denmark, and our UK camping partner group, 6th Gosport Rowner Air Scout Group KAVS. 🌍💻 It was brilliant to catch up with old friends, share stories and strengthen the international friendships that make Scouting so special. A weekend full of hiking, camping, good food, campfire conversations and international connections – exactly what Explorers is all about! #praguescouts #ScoutingAdventures #joti #scoutingworldwide #OutdoorAdventure #internationalscouting #SkillsForLife
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Last week, our Scouts continued their expedition prep by learning some essential first aid ⛑️ including treating hypothermia, hyperthermia, cuts and burns. We also invested two scouts and a leader, congratulations to our new members! 🥳⚜️
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The 1st Prague Scout group 🇨🇿 was proud to take part in this year's annual Jamboree on the Air/Jamboree on the Internet (JOTA-JOTI). Groups from all over the world on October 16-18 were reaching out to one another and showing the power and vitality of the global Scouting community. We connected with groups from Malaysia 🇲🇾, Australia 🇦🇺, Norway 🇳🇴, and the United Kingdom 🇬🇧, getting back in touch with some old friends and meeting a lot of new ones. Now our young people know what Air Scouts do and where is a great place for fish and chips in Rugby, England 🏴. Our Cubs also participated in the JOTA-JOTI Hike the Planet event, in which Scouts around the world took hikes and registered their kilometers in a bid to collectively circumnavigate the globe (about 40,000 kilometers). JOTI was the focus of the second-ever meeting of our new Gilwell Club, which is dedicated to a deeper understanding of what Scouting is all about. JOTA-JOTI British Scouting Overseas #PreparedForLife #doyourbest #JOTAJOTI #globalscoutingfamily #hiketheplanet
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The resourceful archivists at 1st Prague Scouts have uncovered dozens of additional pictures of the activities of this year's Beavers/Cubs Autumn Camp! Hiking, archery, tent building, cooking, pioneering -- where did we find the time??? Enjoy.
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An intrepid group of our Cubs spent a crisp autumn Sunday exploring the wonders of the UNESCO-listed Průhonický park a zámek - Botanický ústav AV ČR, which is home to more than 1,800 species of trees. In all, we hiked just over 10 kilometers, including a difficult, but rewarding 20 minutes of walking in total silence. It was a great opportunity to reflect on nature, on what we mean when we say that a scout is a friend to nature, and what we can do to keep beautiful and peaceful places like this alive and thriving. We returned home tired, but surprisingly refreshed and invigorated. British Scouting Overseas #PreparedForLife #afriendtonature #pruhonicepark #pruhonickypark #CubsRule
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🪢🔦 This week, the Beavers continued practicing their knots and pioneering skills, from building a rope bridge to learning new knots and when to use them to avoiding the rope "snake" in a game. The Beavers also got creative sewing poppy badges to sell for Remembrance Day. 🌺 We were especially impressed by how well everyone tackled such challenging activities in the near-dark conditions! Thankfully, from next week we'll be indoors, so no more using headlamps to thread a needle! 😂🪡 Well done, Beavers! 🦫👏
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Our Cubs were out and about this week, working on their Cyclist Activity Badge. We practiced riding safely in a group, sharing Prague's multi-use paths, and precision riding on an obstacle course. We also learned more basics of bike maintenance and ways to prepare oneself for longer-distance riding. We stressed that riding a bike isn't just a fun thing to do on a sunny afternoon, but a great, healthy way of life. You probably noticed that a lot of our photos this week are pretty dark. Soon the clocks will change and darkness will force us back to indoor sessions. So it was extra special this week to breath the cool, fresh air and watch the sunset over our handlebars. British Scouting Overseas #CubsRule #PreparedForLife #cycling #cyclinglifestyle #SkillsForLife #hillsmakeyoustronger
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🌺Poppy Appeal 2026🌺 As in previous years, we will be selling poppies at our section meetings leading up to Remembrance Sunday (8th November), to support the work of the Royal British Legion. Over the years, 1st Prague has raised tens of thousands of crowns to help with their work in looking after ex-servicemen and women. https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/ 🌺Poppies will be at section meetings to buy from Monday 19th October at the Gilwell Centre. So please bring a few crowns to your child’s meetings and buy a poppy. Any amount will be welcome, the more you give the more we can support the charity. They can even wear their poppy on their uniform to show support. We of course will be at Olšany Commonwealth Cemetery on Sunday 8th November for the special Remembrance Sunday ceremony. 10.15 to 11.20 (see your emails or OSM for details). 🌺 #royalbritishlegion #scouts #skaut #praguescouts
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