Kate Takes On Her First Presidency

The duchess of cambridge looked in her element as she enjoyed some time with nature

- Kat Romero

The Duchess of Cambridge showed her love for the great outdoors when she met a group of scouts in Northolt, west London. Dressing down in jeans, a gilet and a scout’s scarf, Kate was pictured toasting marshmallows and later writing letters to members of a local care home.

The engagement celebrated her being named as joint President of The Scout Association, an honour she shares with the Queen’s cousin, the Duke of Kent – who has been president of the association since 1975.

Kate – who was mindful of the social distancing measures in place – also spoke to staff, parents and volunteers at the association and was presented with the Silver Wolf Award, the movement’s highest honour.

She previously volunteered with a cub scout pack when she and her husband, the Duke of Cambridge, lived on Anglesey in North Wales before starting a family.

This marks her first presidency of any organisation and opening up about the honour, she said, “For many children and young people, The Scout Association plays a key role as they build relationships and develop the skills they need to succeed in later life.

“When I volunteered with the scouts on Anglesey eight years ago, I was struck by the huge impact the organisation has on inspiring young people to support their communities and achieve their goals.