The Kestrel Beaver Scout colony at 3rd Alton were thrilled to hear their suggestion for the kit, Bobby, has been chosen named after their own colony mascot.
The two baby beavers, called kits, were born this summer in an enclosure at 925-acre Ewhurst Park, Tadley, and their names were chosen as part of a competition. Alongside Bobby, suggested by the 3rd Alton, the second kit was named Barry by ear 5 pupils from St Gabriel’s school, Newbury.
We at Hampshire Scouts are always happy to see new Beavers, but this was more literal than we're used to! The excitement from the Beavers and volunteer to the competition and the new Beaver kits has been high! It's a great example of young people engaging with nature and the outdoor world.
Speaking at a tour of the Beaver enclosure, former Member of the European Parliament (MEP), author and environmentalist, Stanley Johnson, said:
“I want to congratulate all those who took part in the beaver naming competition, including of course, the winners, and the beavers themselves.”
Stanley Johnson, former MEP, author and environmentalist.
“Education and outreach are essential to our ethos at Ewhurst Park. We are delighted to be engaging the next generation with the wonderful world of beavers and the importance of connecting with nature.”
Mandy Lieu, Ewhurst Park Director.
Ewhurst Park continue to publish the latest updates from Bobby, Barry and their parents on their social media channels, including footage from wildlife cameras that has so far shown them moving around their enclosure, eating plant material and starting to learn how to gnaw and fell trees.
The story has captured heart too, with both the BBC and ITV spreading the good news story to our local community too. All thanks to some Beavers getting involved with their community and learning about the great outdoors too.
