About ScoutsScouts are boys and girls aged between 10½ and 14½, (although a young person may join the Troop at 10 and stay until 15 years old). The Scout Section programme offers an exiting package of activities simple in concept, testing in practice, rewarding in fulfilment, offering new challenges to increase their knowledge and learning about life. Scouts are encouraged to take part in a wide range of activities as part of their programme. Participation rather than meeting set standards is the key approach and for the Scout who wants to be recognised for his or her achievements, there are a number of Challenges, Awards and Activity badges. Being outdoors is important and half the Programme is given over to taking part in traditional Scouting skills, such as camping, survival and cooking as well as taking part in adventurous activities, anything from abseiling to yachting. The international aspect gives Scouting a special appeal and many Scouts now travel during their time in the Section. Scouting is about being with friends, as part of a team, participating fully in the adventure opportunities of life. | Latest newsGroup Camp 2008 |
About Scouts