Young Brownie receives Brownie Gold Award after three years

Beatrice Clark received the Brownie Gold Award after three years with Gayton Brownies, presented at the RSPCA East Winch Wildlife Centre where the Brownies learnt about wildlife rehabilitation.

Beatrice Clark has been presented with the Brownie Gold Award after three years as a member of Gayton Brownies. The presentation took place during a visit to the RSPCA East Winch Wildlife Centre. The Gold award is earned by completing six theme awards and a special gold challenge and is the highest Brownie award. Beatrice took part in a range of activities during her time in Brownies, from interest badges to residential trips. Notable details: - Beatrice completed all six theme awards and the special gold challenge to earn the Brownie Gold Award. - She earned interest badges in zero waste, collecting, baking, space and inventing. - Activities included taking part in a village litter pick, planning and performing her own drama and dance, and visiting Lynn Museum. - She was the first Gayton Brownie to achieve the newly-introduced holidays badge and ran a loom band-themed activity evening for other members. - Residential trips included Eaton Vale Activity Centre (including a night hike), a Beauty and the Beast-themed holiday in Suffolk, and sleepovers at Lynnsport and Hunstanton Sealife Centre. - Beatrice completed a charities badge by raising awareness and donations for Cats Protection, and a representative from the charity spoke about cat care, rescue and rehoming. Summary: The award recognises sustained participation and a wide range of activities, including conservation, creative projects and residential outdoor experiences. Catherine Leigh, Freebridge Lynn district commissioner, presented the award at the RSPCA East Winch Wildlife Centre, where the Brownies learnt about wildlife rehabilitation and met a hedgehog and seal pups. Beatrice is reported to be looking forward to becoming a Gayton Guide for new challenges and activities.