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What is Explorer Scouting?

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 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.

How do I join Explorer Scouts?

If you want to take part in the fun of Explorer Scouting, simply fill in and submit this form.