He held an experimental camp at Brownsea Island in Dorset in 1907 at which the boys were divided into patrols and trained to be self-reliant.

Only a year after the Girl Guide Movement was founded the first official company in Ireland was formed, in 1911 in Harold's Cross.

There are heaps of opportunities to earn badges for your favourite pastime and activities range from camping and adventure sports to sleep overs and pyjama hikes.

Senior Branch offers them the opportunity to experience adventure, enjoy international events, develop self-confidence and grow in independence.

The aim of being a Senior Branch member is to enable the individual to work towards her full potential as an adult, physically, mentally, socially and spiritually.

Senior Branch members organise activities and events that are of interest to them and, with the help of a Leader, they are encouraged to be independent and self-sufficient and to enjoy themselves!

Senior Branch members can work towards the Bronze Star, Silver Moon and Golden Sun awards.