Lifetime Lab was delighted to receive Glanmire 46th/92nd Cois Laoi Corcai during a recent visit and recognise the troops achievement in winning the Richard Murphy Trophy for environmental projects and awareness.

Glanmire 46th/92nd gained entry through a series of county competitions to qualify for a place in the National All Ireland Scouting Competition held in Mellary last August.As part of the 4 day outing on the National stage, the patrol underwent a grueling assessment of their Scouting skills across a range of disciplines.One of the key elements under constant marking was the impact that the patrol had upon the environment across the four days,all areas were scrutinised including.

• The  maximum segregation of rubbish into recyclable components
• The minimum use and waste of water
• The minimum use of chemical contaminants within their area
• The most effective use of energy whilst cooking
• Their ability to manage their campsite and to minimise the impact on area
• Their ability to minimise their carbon footprint

Glanmire 46th/92nd Cois Laoi Corcai Leaders display the Richard Murphy Environment Trophy at Lifetime Lab

Learning and awareness of the environment is very much a part of the Scout development programme with various projects are undertaken to gain merit badge awards,shown on the Scouts uniform to show that a Scout has undertaken a personal task in order to be awarded the honour of wearing that badge on their uniform.

Glanmire 46th/92nd Cois Laoi Corcai has over 115 youth members ageing from 7 to 16 across three sections. 17 volunteer Adult Scouters take the responsibility to look after these youth members , hosting four meetings per week.From the entry level Beaver stage, young members are encouraged to be aware of our surroundings and nature, be positive about our interaction with our planet and mindful of its natural resources.Upon reaching Cub stage growth is actively encouraged by the awarding of merit badges for projects and tasks completed in small groups as set out by the National Scout Training Programme.

The Richard Murphy Trophy recent won by Glanmire 46th/92nd Troop