Trailblazer in the treetops: Manjimup Scout Scarlett Lovkiss earns prestigious Scouts Medallion
Fifteen-year-old Manjimup Scout Group member Scarlett Lovkiss was awarded the prestigious Scouts Medallion earlier this month, the highest honour a scout can achieve.
Awarded to only a few scouts each year, the Scout Medallion recognises exceptional commitment, leadership and personal development.
Scarlett joined Manjimup Cub Scouts as a 10-year-old in 2020 earning a role as a patrol leader and unit leader in Cubs and Scouts during her time at the troop.
To earn the medallion, she completed a wide range of challenges — from mastering bushcraft and camping skills, leading community initiatives and exploring her own special interests such as acting and sewing,
Scout leader Adrian Wayne said one of the highlights in Scarlett's journey was independently planning and leading a three-day hike along a section of the Bibbulmun Track in the Southern Forests with a small group of scouts testing her navigation, leadership and survival skills.
'Scarlett showed incredible initiative and maturity in organising the hike,' Mr Wayne said.
'She took full responsibility for the planning, safety and wellbeing of her fellow scouts. It was a true demonstration of leadership in action.'
Mr Wayne said in addition to her outdoor adventures, Scarlett completed community projects, a formal first aid course, a leadership development program and a personal reflection on her time in Scouts.
'She also pursued special interest projects in areas such as STEM innovation, environmental stewardship and creative arts,' he said.
'Scarlett's achievement is a testament to her commitment and the values we strive to instil in all our scouts.
'She's a fabulous role model for younger scouts and a proud representative of the Manjimup community.'
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