Kaiti Sea Scouts' Big Day

The Kaiti Sea Scout Troop, which was formed six years ago, had the most notable day in its short life recently, when it officially opened its new hall, launched its first boat, the Horouta, and a member, Rex Webby, received the troop's first Queen Scout badge....the highest award obtainable by a Scout.

A large crowd of visitors and other Scouts gathered in perfect weather at the troop's headquarters, beautifully situated in Anzac Park, to witness the ceremonies.

Scouts watch boat on its first voyage

Mrs I. McRae, wife of the district commissioner of Sea Scouts, Captain I. McRae, officially names the Horouta as she releases a bottle onto its bow.

Rev J. M. ker dedicating the boat

Pulling heartily on their oars, the Mayor, Mr H. H. Barker, and Captain McRae, join Sea Scouts Ronnie and John Hall in a row up the river.

The Mayoress, Mrs Barker, cutting the ribbon to officially open the new Scout hall.

Mr Gerald Egan, chairman of the group, speaking at the opening.

Three scouts who received awards at the hall-opening ceremony were. from left: Rex Webby (Queen Scout badge), Ron Scott (Venturer Scout Leader's warrant), and David Peach (Assistant Cubmaster's Warrant). At right is Group Scout Master Bert Hanlen.

A portion of the crowd gathered in front of the new hall for the opening ceremony

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The Gisborne Photo News

No 113 : November 7, 1963

Kaiti Sea Scouts' Big Day