An introduction to Scouting What is Scouting An
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An introduction to Scouting
What is Scouting? • An adventure for young people aged 6 -25 and their Leaders • A challenge to stretch yourself and learn new skills • About enriching lives
The largest youth Movement in the UK • There are currently 28 million Members worldwide • In the UK alone we have over 500, 000 adults and young people • Across 24, 000 Colonies, Packs, Troops, Units and Networks
Opportunities in Scouting § § For Leaders For volunteer managers For Trustees For parents and supporters
As an adult member you will receive… § § § § A full colour, 100 page magazine 6 times a year Six special supplements for the age range you work with A telephone support and information service Ongoing training and development One to one support from a Training Adviser A dedicated and daily updated website A rewarding and fulfilling experience
The Sections! § § § Beaver Scouts (6 -8 years old) Cub Scouts (8 -10 years old) Scouts (10 -14 years old) Explorer Scouts (14 -18 years old) Network (18 -25 years old)
This year, adult volunteers have helped us. . . § § § become the largest mixed youth organisation in the UK provide more adventurous activities to young people than anyone else give more young people than ever their first nights away experience
The Scout Association Gilwell Park Chingford London E 4 7 QW 0845 300 1818 www. scouts. org. uk
