1st Derwent Sea Scouts

1st Derwent Sea Scouts is the oldest, continuously operating Sea Scout Group in Tasmania, founded in 1931 we are part of 54 million scouts worldwide.

We provide young people aged 5 to 18 with fun and challenging opportunities to grow through adventure.

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Joey Scouts

(ages 5 to 8)

Joey Scouts is where it all starts. Through games, stories, craft, and creative play, Joeys begin discovering the world around them and develop a sense of belonging in their Scout community.

Cub Scouts

(ages 8 to 11)

Cub Scouts takes things further with outdoor adventures, camps, and new skills. Cubs work in small teams called Patrols, learning the basics of leadership and teamwork through activities like bushwalking, bike rides, and on-water experiences.

Scouts

(ages 11 to 14)

Scouts is about building confidence, working as a team, and getting stuck into a wide range of challenges. From outdoor skills and camps to personal projects and community activities, the program is designed to develop real-world skills while keeping things active and fun.

Venturer Scouts

(ages 14 to 18)

Venturers plan and lead their own program. It's a mix of adventure, personal challenge, and friendship at a time when it matters most. Whether it's bushwalking, climbing, paddling, or pursuing a personal project, Venturers build skills and experiences that stick well beyond Scouting.

Get Involved

1st Derwent is a Sea Scout group on the banks of the Derwent River in Sandy Bay, Tasmania. With four sections (Joeys, Cubs, Scouts, and Venturers), we offer Scouting for young people aged 5 to 18.

Our waterfront location means sailing and kayaking sit alongside bushwalking, camping, rock climbing, mountain biking, and other adventurous challenges.

Whether you have a young person keen to join or you're an adult interested in volunteering as a leader, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch to find out more.

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Scouts are Resilient

It’s official: Australian Scouts are more self-confident, better socially connected, feel good about themselves, are more positive at coping with life, and get on better with different people. They’re also proactive in dealing with their problems, and to talk with others if they’re upset, read more books for fun, and are less likely to use their devices overnight.

Research by Resilient Youth Australia has compared a national sample of Australian Scouts aged 8-18 with 110,000 of their peers. The result: Scouts generally feel more Connected, Protected and Respected. This means better mental health and a host of other advantages.

For more information and resources head to Scouts Australia here.

Scouts are 20% more likely
to face up to problems.

Scouts are 10% more likely to feel good about themselves.

Scouts are 13% more likely
to help others.

Scouts are 10% more likely to get along better with different people.

Scouts are 9% more positive and feel 10% better at coping with life.

Scouts are 23% more open
about how they’re feeling.

Our Hall

A large, open-plan hall on the banks of the Derwent River at 5 Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay. Within easy walking distance of Sandy Bay cafes, restaurants, and the yacht and sailing clubs.

The hall seats approximately 50 people with folding trestle tables and chairs (up to 100 chairs available). Facilities include a small kitchen with oven, stove, microwave, and fridge, plus toilets and showers. The hall is accessible for people with limited mobility. Electric heating is available in winter (a seasonal surcharge applies). The floor can be prepared for dancing with prior approval from the hall manager.

Scout equipment, including boats, is not included in any hire. Other Scout groups wanting to use kayaks (with paddles and life vests) should contact the hall manager at the time of booking. A small watercraft maintenance charge may apply, and any damage or loss must be rectified.

The boatshed and storage areas are out of bounds to all hirers unless specifically agreed.

Size

Security and Access

5 Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay, Tasmania, Australia

The hall uses electronic key code access. Your code will be active for the period of hire. Enter the code and the unlock symbol at the front door; the lock re-engages automatically after 60 seconds.

CCTV monitors the front, rear, and interior of the hall. Smoke and heat detectors are installed in all areas.

The hall has a second exit at the southern end for emergencies. Please ensure this door is closed and locked using the latch at the conclusion of your hire.

Details

Location

Who can hire?

The hall is available for a range of uses, including: private family functions (birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, weddings, reunions, children's parties), community groups, charities, not-for-profit organisations, amateur sporting groups, corporate and government workshops or meetings, other Scout groups, and Scout members. Education and community activities may be approved on a case-by-case basis.

We do not approve hire for 18th or 21st birthday parties. Commercial ventures and events involving the consumption of alcohol may only be approved under special circumstances (see alcohol conditions below).

Good neighbour policy

Our neighbours include rowing clubs, a children's playground, and a dog-walking park. Hirers are asked to comply with Hobart City Council and state noise guidelines. Please take care when driving and parking.

Alcohol
No alcohol is permitted where youth members (under 18) are present, particularly during Scouting activities. The sale of alcohol at any event is not permitted. Private or corporate hirers serving alcohol must advise us at the time of booking and are responsible for obtaining any required liquor permits. All empty drink containers must be removed from the hall by the hirer.

Any variation must be agreed in writing with the hall manager.