Explorers are the fourth section of the Scouting movement. Right from the time of Baden-Powell, there have been arrangements for young people who wanted to continue after their time in the Scout Section, and in 1967, Venture Scouts were formed from the existing Senior Scout and Rover Scout Sections.
Explorers are encouraged to lead themselves in deciding the programme and direction of the Unit, with support and guidance from leaders. The section also includes the Young Leaders’ Scheme, where young people are able to take on a leadership role in one of the younger sections.
There is wider scope for activities like offshore sailing, campaigning, performing, parascending, mountaineering and expeditions.
About Explorers: Coming Soon (Friday evenings)
Leader/ Contact
Promise
On my honour I promise that I will do my best
To do my duty to 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 world-wide 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
Motto
Be Prepared
Section: As a Unit with support and guidance from Leaders
Awards:
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Membership Award
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Moving-On Award (Explorer Scouts to the Scout Network)
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Partnership Awards x3
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Activity Badges x31
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Staged Activity Badges x6
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Group Awards x3
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The Chief Scout's Platinum, Diamond and the Queen's Scout Awards
