More than 120 excited Brownies took part in an unforgettable one-night county camp at Girlguiding Dunbartonshire’s beloved Catterburn campsite.
Supported by 34 dedicated adult volunteers with help from young leaders and Guides, the Brownies braved changeable weather — from glorious sunshine on Saturday to torrential downpours on Sunday — as they completed activities towards their Have Adventures theme award and earned three badges each.
Units who attended included 1st Old Kilpatrick, 5th Kirkintilloch, 1st, 2nd A, 11th and 22nd Bearsden, 1st, 2nd, 6th and 10th Milngavie, and 6th Dumbarton Brownies.
From tents to telescopes
The fun-packed weekend saw the girls learning camping essentials, exploring the wonders of space, and enjoying a fascinating talk from the Astronomical Society of Glasgow, who helped bring the night sky to life.
Despite the soaking wet Sunday, spirits remained sky-high throughout the weekend. The girls’ resilience, teamwork and enthusiasm were clear as they sang songs, played games, honed new skills, and made memories to last a lifetime.
Event organiser and Catterburn Chair, Lynne Gibbons, said: “The camp was the first of this size we had ever held, and we’re delighted to say it was a resounding success.
“We’re incredibly grateful to our amazing team of unit leaders and volunteers, who put so much care, energy, and enthusiasm into making it happen.
“It was fantastic to see so many girls enjoying everything that Catterburn has to offer. From building their confidence through outdoor challenges to discovering the magic of space, this camp truly showed the power of Girlguiding to inspire, educate, and bring joy — rain or shine!”
