Plans Launched – Long established member Honoured

An important occasion for Malahide Sea Scout group on the launching of their plans to develop the present premises on St. James Terrace, Malahide. Thursday night’s Annual report to the Parents and Friends of the group listened intensively to the plans to fully redevelop the present premises. A packed main deck of scouts, leaders, parents and friends of the group were shown preliminary drawings and a 3D video of the planned development.

The group supports 8 sections of Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Ventures and adult volunteer leaders totalling 600 members making it the largest Sea Scout group in Europe. Each section gave their annual report for 2012 to the parents who showed their appreciation by applauding each presentation.

Present at the meeting Kieran Cody retiring County Commissioner for Reachra presented leader awards for service and long standing volunteering by leaders in the group. Group Leader Robert McKernan received his Wood Beads in recognition of fully completing Scouting Ireland’s adult leaders training scheme.

Before the meeting concluded after more than 40 years membership and service to the group Ian Crampton retiring Group Treasurer of 14 years was bestowed the highest award the group can give, Honorary Life Membership. Ian joins a strong list of recipients from over the years that has included a pass President of Ireland, well known personalities and volunteer members of the group who have given extraordinary service to Malahide Sea Scouts and the Community.

In the presence of his family and friends Ian was awarded the groups honorary award for his outstanding work over many years. His father Eric who was also present had been awarded Honorary Life Membership back in 2000.

Ian joined cubs in 1971 when we met in St. Andrews school on Church Road. He continued on in Scouting and became Watch Leader, Assistant Scout Leader, Venture Leader and Group Treasurer. Ian’s Wife Margaret and son Daniel who were also present are actively involved in our Saturday Beaver section. We wish Ian well and look forward to him remaining active in the group.