Beaver Scouts (6 to 8 years)


		Beaver Scouts are young people usually aged between six and eight years old. They belong to the first and youngest Section in the Scouting family. Young people can join Beaver Scouts in the three months leading up to their sixth birthday. They can move to the next Section, Cub Scouts, between eight and eight years six months. Easily recognised by their distinctive turquoise sweatshirts, Beaver Scouts enjoy making friends, playing games, going on visits and helping others. They usually meet together once a week in a Beaver Scout Colony. Some Beaver Scout Colonies also organise Sleepovers. These are often the first time a young person spends a night away from home. They take place in suitable buildings, often Scout centres.

	Aimee - Beaver Scout “Some of my friends were at Beavers and said they played lots of games and it was fun so I went with them. I have been there two years now and am about to go up to Cubs. The best thing about being a Beaver is making things like Easter eggs and Mothers Day cards. I also made a plate out of papier-mache. At Christmas we had a sleepover where we had a party and watched a film. I was the last one to go to sleep because I was talking so much! You’ll make new friends and have lots of fun if you come along to Beavers.”

Beavers - The full story

Age

Beaver Scouts are boys and girls age 5 ¾ - 8 years of age, we are the youngest section of the Scout movement.

Our place in the Scouting Family Tree

We belong to a group, which is usually made up of a Beaver Colony, Cub Pack and a Scout Troop. All sections meeting at different times.

When we meet

We meet for approximate. 1 hour – 1 ½ a week depending on which colony you decide to join.

Our uniform

Beaver Scouts wear a smart uniform made up of a turquoise sweatshirt, navy cargo trousers and a group neckerchief.

Your first night at Beavers

When joining, another Beaver Scout will look after you usually someone you know already, perhaps from school, if you do not know any other Beaver Scouts you will be given a buddy to look after you.

In your first four weeks at Beaver Scouts you will join in all the fun activities.
The leaders will help you come to know the Beaver colony ceremonies, get to know the leaders and members in the colony. Find out about activities available in the colony.

· Know and understand the Beaver Scout Promise and Motto

· Learn the Beaver handshake

· Know the meaning of the badges that you will receive at the investiture ceremony.

· The general knowledge of the family of Scouts, world-wide Scouting and the history of Scouting

· The next stage is to become a Beaver Scout by making the Promise.

The Colony Programme

The Beaver Scout Leaders set weekly structured programmes. Over a 3-month period the programmes will include themed evenings from the 5 areas below.

· Discovering Creativity and Practical Skills

· Learning about Yourself

· Exploring the world around us

· Getting to know other people

· Discovering Beliefs and Attitudes

The 3-month programmes will include

· Meet new people

· Act, Sing and Make Music

· Listen to Stories, Prayer and Worship

· Chat

· Follow Themes

· Go outdoors

· Help others

· Go on visits

· Play Games

· Make things

· Explore their world

· The programmes will then ensure that Beaver Scouts

· Keep the Promise

· Share in groups

· Make progress

· Have fun

· Make Friends

· Try new things

By following this method Beaver Scouts will have a fun packed, fast moving evening. At the same time developing skills for life.

The leaders encourage Beaver Scouts to make suggestions for games and activities. Make time to share their news and views. They accept Beaver Scouts as they are, celebrating their achievements and emerging talents, supporting their weaknesses and needs.

Badges

There is a new and exciting range of badges to be earned
Discovery, Outdoor and Friendship Challenges which are awarded as a colony.

Staged activity badges

These badges are completed by Scouters of all sections

· IT

· Nights Away

· Swimming

· Musician

Activity Badges

· Creative

· Animal Friend

· Experiment

· Explore

· Faith

Group Awards

These badges can be worked upon by the entire group can

· Faith

· Environment

· International

The highest award for the Beaver Scout Section is the Chief Scouts Bronze Award this is earned by taking part in a personal challenge, the outdoor challenge and either the Discovery or Friendship challenge.

Days Out

Beaver Scouts also take part in District Competitions, Days out and Fun Events with other Beaver Scouts in Spelthorne District.

They will enjoy colony outings and have visitors of interest come to the colony. Beaver Scouts can take part in a Sleep over and experience a fun packed, exciting 24 hours with their colony friends. Some Beavers go away on Family Camps with their parents and the whole scouting group.

The Leaders

The leadership team is made up of a Beaver Leader and Assistant Beaver Leaders who are all fully trained. They also have Helpers and Young Leaders.

Many parents get involved and join the leadership team and go on to become leaders, helpers or occasional helpers. All leaders/parents involved with the colony will fill in a Criminal Record Check form before an offer of help can be accepted.

Why do it ?

For Fun, Friendship and Adventure in a safe friendly environment join Beaver Scouts.




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