Scouting offers challenge and adventure to 400,000 young people aged 6-25 in the UK. We believe in helping our members fulfil their potential by working in teams, learning by doing, and thinking for themselves. We're working to make Scouting available to all and we're passionate about what we do. Through the adventure of Scouting, young people get to take risks in a safe environment, and have their first taste of responsibility. We give young people experiences they’ll never forget. Scouting offers young people the chance to experience something different and the opportunity to challenge themselves. When a Beaver Scout wakes up the morning after a sleepover, or a Cub Scout has just got over her fear of heights by completing her first abseil - that’s adventure. Take part in over 200 activities In Scouting, we provide over 200 activities from abseiling to zorbing (‘that’s falling out of the sky in a foam ball in case you were wondering). If we don’t have an instructor who can help we can normally find someone who can. But Scouting isn’t just about activities for their own sake. We encourage our young people to feel the buzz of the challenge and then reflect on what that means. Did they have fun? Do they feel more confident? Would they do it again?
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All this is made possible by the efforts of 100,000 voluntary adult leaders. With award winning training and one-to-one support, we make sure that each one of our volunteers gets to make the best use of their skills and talents. It’s something different from the norm, and that why a lot of people like it.’ In fact, it’s what’s made us the largest co-educational youth Movement in the country. Beavers, Cubs or Scouts? Beaver Scouts (age 6-8)
The Beaver Scout Motto is 'Fun & Friends'. Lots of games and trips will make sure you have plenty of each! You will be able to make things, to sing songs, to listen to stories and to visit places like a fire station. You might also be able to have a sleepover, where you spend a night away from home with the rest of the Colony. Cub Scouts (age 8-10½ )
There are loads of fun things that you can do as a Cub Scout. You will get a chance to try lots of different activities like swimming, music, exploring, computing and collecting. If you do them properly you will get a badge which you can wear on your uniform. Cub Scouts also get to go on trips and days out, to places like the zoo, theme parks or a farm. Sometimes you will be able to go camping with the rest of your Pack. This will mean you sleeping in a tent and doing loads of outdoor activities. Scouts (age 10½ - 14)
Scouting is for young people aged between 10½ and 14 year who want to make friends and develop their widening interests in way that are both educational and fun - young people who want a break from the usual after school routine of homework, games and watching television. Our activities are about action and involvement and mean more than just camping. Hiking, rock climbing, gliding, sailing, pioneering, canoeing, parascending, abseiling, putting on shows and exhibitions, motor mechanics, electronics, photography - the list is endless! Scouts are also given the chance to learn skills in survival, cooking and first aid. Travelling the world There are often opportunities to go abroad as well. Recently, 2000 Scouts from the United Kingdom attended the World Jamboree in Chile, South America. The next World Jamboree is here in England!!!.
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Explorer Scouts (age 14-18) and Scout Network (age 18-25)
As a member of either section, you will be able to decide, along with the rest of the Unit, what you want to do - whether it is powerboating, socialising, hiking or enjoying a trip abroad. Some Units hold their meetings in a hall, or at someone's house, or even up a mountain! You will be able to gain badges such as the Chief Scout's Diamond and Platinum Awards. The highest award you can earn is the Queen's Scout Award. This is recognised by many employers as the sign of someone that is enthusiastic, dedicated and reliable. The volunteers make it all possible Adult Volunteers can get involved in a range of ways from aged 18+. Leaders
At all stages, leaders work with the young people they lead. They provide young people with exciting and challenging experiences and then help them use those experiences in their personal and social development. Leaders are encouraged to develop their own skills through formal and informal training experiences and sharing ideas with each other. (Age Range 18-65) Management
The roles of Group Scout Leader and Commissioner are some of the most rewarding jobs in Scouting. They are responsible for ensuring that the young people in their care get the best Scouting that can be offered. 'GSL's' and Commissioners enjoy working with a team of adults towards a common aim and often find that the skills they develop through Scouting can help them in their work life. (Age Range 21-65) Skills Instructors
Skills Instructors help leaders with training young people on specific activities or interests such as swimming, cooking, climbing, computers or crafts. Becoming a Skills Instructor takes up less time than being a Leader, but many people often find that the role of Skills Instructor is a good introduction to Scouting and go on to be Leaders. Becoming a Skills Instructor is also an excellent opportunity to complete service projects for schemes like the Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme. (Age Range 18 upwards) Administrators and Committee Members
Besides all the other roles in Scouting, each Group, District and County will have a team of adults and young people who provide support chiefly with administration, and fund raising. These people take on the roles of Chairperson, Treasurer and Secretary as well as any other role agreed upon locally. Again, training is available and people who take on these roles find that the training and experience they receive help them in their own personal development. (Age Range 18 upwards) Supporters and Helpers
Adults often find that becoming an occasional Helper or Supporter is a rewarding way of offering a little of their spare time. The exact function of Helpers and Supporters will vary locally but examples are as wide ranging as making drinks for Beaver Scouts to driving minibuses for Explorer Scouts. Many Helpers and Supporters choose to join the Scout Fellowship - the Movement's 'active supporters club' - who not only help but also usually have an active social life. (Age Range 18 upwards) Find out more For more information about any of the youth or adult opportunities, please contact the Scout Information Centre on 0845 300 1818 or e-mail info.centre@scout.org.uk | 
