Welcome to the Scout area of our District website. We have 6 Troops of Scouts within East Scarsdale and a very active programme throughout the year.
Their development is focused on a wide range of activities that encourage and nurture life skills like planning, communication, teamwork safety awareness. A Scout can expect to learn about first aid and survival exercises while camping. They are challenged across a diverse range of skills, from cycling to camping competitions and other group based team events.
Scouts is for 10½ to 14 year olds who like being challenged and want to better themselves. Scouts usually meet once a week as a “Troop”. The Troop is run by trained, voluntary leaders and helpers.
How old are Scouts?
Scouts are aged between 10½ to 14 years..
What do they do?
Scouts;
- make their own decisions
- plan their own activities
- challenge themselves
- work as a team
- learn about leadership and commitment
- undertake outdoor activities and challenges
- help others
- undertake advanced proficiency schemes
Take a look at the photos to see what Scouts get up to. You can also take a look at some of the events and activities that Scouts get a chance to enjoy. The best way to find out what Scouts get up to is to find your nearest group and go and see for yourself!.
Scout Promise
I promise that I will do my best, to do my duty to my God and to The King.
To help other people and to keep the Scout Law.
Scout Law
A Scout is to be trusted.
A Scout is loyal.
A Scout is friendly and considerate.
A Scout belongs to the worldwide family of Scouts.
A Scout has courage in all difficulties.
A Scout makes good use of time and is careful of possessions and property.
A Scout has self-respect and respect for others
How do I join?
Perhaps you know a friend who is a Scout…ask them if you can come along to a Troop meeting and see what all the fuss is about. Take a look at the groups page to find the nearest Troop to where you live. You can complete a join form or contact us, who will give you any details you may wish to know.
Most groups will be glad to let you stay for a night or two to see what it is like. You will need to bring your parent/guardian along so that a few forms can be filled in. If you enjoy Scouting (and many people do!) you can find out how to become a full member from the leaders at your chosen group.