Oh!! Do you remember the time Joe came rushing into the cabin shouting that some friends had climbed the tallest tree they could find. Or the biggest daredevils were covered in mud because they could easily manage to jump over the stream. Yes or do you remember… That’s how they can go on for hours when they talk about Gilwellhytten. They are former Scouts. I have no doubts when I hear them: Gilwellhytten embraces children and scout leaders, and gives them the best setting for good experiences.
In the splendid days of this spring I remembered all the talk about Gilwellhytten. We walked in the forest of Tokkekøb, and came to the scout cabin, which is perfectly situated on a large plot of land. In no time you are down by streams, lakes and lovely forest.
Gilwellhytten, has a colorful history since its construction in 1934. It has served as a gathering place for scouts, a hiding place during the occupation and a center for scout activities and training throughout the years. Its importance in promoting camaraderie, character development and resilience among Scouts in Denmark is still undeniable.
During the occupation of Denmark in the Second World War, Gilwellhytten gained even greater importance as a hiding place and a base for resistance activities against the German occupation.
It became a haven for those seeking refuge from the oppressors. The cabin’s strategic location and the scouts’ resilience contributed significantly to their efforts in these challenging times.
After the war, Gilwell Hytten continued its role as a place for scouting activities and character development.
The sluice house, the little yellow house, now a scout cabin.
It is an integral part of the Scouting community, fostering a sense of camaraderie, and providing a platform for Scouts to learn important life skills, develop leadership skills and appreciate nature.
Today, Gilwell Hytte stands as a testament to the enduring values of Scouting. It continues to inspire and motivate Scouts of all ages, providing them with a welcoming environment to learn, grow and contribute to society. The lodge continues to be an important resource for Scout leaders and participants, offering a variety of programs, training courses and events that uphold the Scout tradition.
The forest was quiet. But on a bridge overlooking the calm lake sat a young man, completely absorbed in his own thoughts, or perhaps no thoughts at all. Because isn’t that what nature can do? Reset your mind and recover from the constant flow of information.
There are no people on the bridge today, but nature does not deny itself. Every step on the path is a joy. The leaves whisper in the wind, and the small waves of the lake respond.
Only 10 kilometers north of Copenhagen lies a magnificent forest called Dyrehaven. I have often written about the forest, because the experiences seem inexhaustible. Naturally, we have named paths, benches, and viewpoints with our own imaginative names ❤️
HANNA'S WALK 
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