Explorer Scouts (14 to 18 years)

Explorer Scouts are young people, usually aged between 14 and 18 years old. They make up the fourth Section of the Scouting family. There are many types of Explorer Scout Units, some may be linked to your local Scout Group, others may be based around different activities.

Not all Units meet each week, because you will often be out and about at weekends or in the holidays doing activities. There will be times when you will be busy doing other things such as exams, and being an Explorer Scout will have to fit around these.

As an Explorer Scout, you will get the chance to work with other Explorer Scouts in your District, not just your Unit. By doing this, you will get the chance to do many more actvities, not just the ones your Unit organises.

Shaun - Explorer Scout

“My father really wanted me to join Scouting as he had been a Scout himself and thought it was a valuable Movement for young people. I joined Beavers when I was six, 11 years ago, and am now an Explorer and Young Leader.

I feel that Explorers has made me more rounded. I am learning the national curriculum at school, and then at Scouts am learning survival skills and taking part in activities such as sailing, climbing, canoeing, abseiling, rafting, camping and wide games. I wouldn’t have the opportunity to try these if it weren’t for Scouting.

As well as this I have met Scouts from all across the UK and have made lots of friends from different backgrounds. I would tell all young people to try Scouting for themselves.”

Explorer Scouts - The full story

Age

Explorer Scouts are young people aged 14 - 18 years of age, we are the second oldest section of the Scout movement.

Our place in the Scouting Family Tree

We are a district unit and work with all the groups within Spelthorne district

When we meet

We meet for approximate. 1 ½ a week depending on which activity and unit you decide to join.

Our uniform

Explorer Scouts wear a smart uniform made up of a sweatshirt or polo shirt, navy cargo trousers and a unit neckerchief. On most activity nights no uniform is worn at all except for the unit neckerchief

Your first night at Explorers

When joining, you have most likely come with friends so they will look after you. if you do not know any other Explorer Scouts you will be given a buddy to look after you.

In your first four weeks at Explorer Scouts you will join in all the fun activities. The leaders will help you come to know the team and members in the unit. The leaders will also help you out finding the activities available in the other units and how you can attend any off them each week. During the four weeks if you are new to Scouting the leaders will help you to achieve the following

· Know and understand the Explorer Scout Promise and Motto

· 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 an Explorer Scout by making the Promise

· You just need to let the Explore Scout Leader what type of event you want your investiture to be.

The Unit Programme

The Explorer Scouts set a 12 week structured programme, with the help of an Explorer Scout Leader

Explorer Scout meetings are always fun packed, fast moving evenings. As well at the same time developing skills for life.

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

All the units run separate programmes which you are allowed to pick and choose what you attend

The Leaders

The leadership team is made up of several Explorer Scout Leaders who are all fully trained. They also have activity helpers.

All leaders/parents involved with the unit 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 Explorer Scouts.

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