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Dorset Scenery
Ten photos of Brownsea Island.

Scouting through History - Brownsea Camp
The story of the Brownsea Island experimental camp.

Brownsea Island, the birthplace of Scout Camping
History, camping program, and link to registration information for this historic location.

National Trust Property - Brownsea Island
A tranquil wooded island in Poole Harbour with waymarked trails and spectacular views of the Dorset Coast. Its Nature Reserve, managed by the Dorset Wildlife Trust, is renowned for red squirrels, sika deer and a large population of wading birds in a shallow lagoon. Ferry boats run from Poole, Bournemouth and Swanage

Brownsea Island Scout and Guide Campsite
Contains booking information, photos, activities, facilities description, and contacts.

Baden-Powell at the first Scout encampment
Photo of B-P at Brownsea Island in the summer of 1907.

View of the first Scout encampment
Photo of Brownsea Island in the summer of 1907.

Out and About on Brownsea Island
The Girlguiding UK site for booking information and programs for the Girl Guide camp.

Brownsea Island History
Includes photo of monument and information about the first scout camp.

The First Scout Camp
Article about the Brownsea Island camp from Scouting Magazine.






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