Deputy District Commissioner Ian Broome
said, "It takes a lot of hard work and effort through a series of diverse
challenges to achieve the Chief Scouts Gold Award. Alongside his school
work, sports and other activities Ben has displayed great commitment and
self-motivation in Scouting to achieve this top award".
Scout Leader Andy Green said,
"Completing the Chief Scouts Gold Award is a major achievement and will help
Ben stand out from the crowd when applying for a job or university
place. At 1st Adderbury we are all very proud of him"
To pass the award Ben completed a
series of badges and took on various leadership roles, completed community
work at Adderbury Lakes and an expedition, learned various life skills,
attended numerous camps and attempted adventurous activities including
caving, gorge walking, kayaking and motor sports.
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