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'''The Scout Association of Gibraltar''' operates as a branch of the | '''The Scout Association of Gibraltar''' operates as a branch of the United Kingdom [[The Scout Association|Scout Association]], due to Gibraltar's affiliation as a [[Crown Colony]] of the United Kingdom. | ||
The first overseas troop of The Scout Association, the 1st Gibraltar Scout Troop, was established in [[1908]]. It has since amalgamated with the 4th Gibraltar Scout Troop, becoming the 1st/4th Gibraltar ([[Marquis of Milford Haven]]'s Own) Scout Troop. By [[1913]], [[Lone Scouts]] were found in Gibraltar. | The first overseas troop of The Scout Association, the 1st Gibraltar Scout Troop, was established in [[1908]]. It has since amalgamated with the 4th Gibraltar Scout Troop, becoming the 1st/4th Gibraltar ([[Marquis of Milford Haven]]'s Own) Scout Troop. By [[1913]], [[Lone Scouts]] were found in Gibraltar. | ||
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Although the program activities are taken from the British system, Gibraltar Scouting is geared to the local way of life. Training for [[Wood Badge]] and leader training are conducted with the help of British and nearby affiliated Scout associations. Gibraltar Scouts participate in numerous camps and events. | Although the program activities are taken from the British system, Gibraltar Scouting is geared to the local way of life. Training for [[Wood Badge]] and leader training are conducted with the help of British and nearby affiliated Scout associations. Gibraltar Scouts participate in numerous camps and events. | ||
==See also== | == See also == | ||