We are Reading's Oldest Scout Troop
The 1st Reading (YMCA) Sea Scout Group was formed on 19th February 1908 making it the oldest scout troop in Berkshire.
It has run continuously since then, including during World War 2 when it was under the Leadership of Lady Miss Helena Shelagh – who was then Headmistress of a local school. This was quite revolutionary in those days!
The Group is Royal Navy recognised (no. 83) and has been for over 60 years.
Our Scouting Sections
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A CLOSER LOOK AT WHAT WE DO:
From Beavers to Explorers, every scout regularly gets involved in a wide range of water activities from kayaking and open canoeing to powerboating and offshore sailing. Our scouts also find the time for the traditional scouting activities, such as camping, hiking, cooking, and many of the other activities within the Scouting Programme.
KAYAKING
Every scout with us has the opportunity to be proficient in kayaking and even gain paddlesport badges and British Canoeing awards.
OPEN CANOEING
Team up with a partner in our open canoes and learn how to manouver these versatile boats from the bow and stern.
PULLING/ROWING
Get your hands on an oar (not a paddle!) and learn to row on your own in one of our gigs or as part of a bigger crew.
BELL BOATING AND KATAKANUING
Popular with our younger scouts, our bell boat and katakanu provides a perfect introduction to paddlesports due to its safety and stability.
Latest News
Want to find out what’s happening in our group? Why not check out some of our latest posts for all of our sections?
They Are Back
The Scouts are back since the last time they met in early March. After extensive preparation and a very long list of rules from both the Scouts and Reading Borough[…]
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1st Reading Sea Scouts Wins County Dragon Boat Regatta
On Sunday 30th June, 12 scouts took part in the County Dragon Boat Regatta. They’ve been training for a few weeks beforehand in the Bell boat and also in the[…]
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Explorer Friday Night Fun
With us having our first proper week of hot weather, all the explorers wanted to do was cool off! Between myself and Jake we came up with an idea to[…]
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