Welcome to Scouts – Adventure Awaits!

Scouts is where young people aged 10½ to 14 take their Scouting journey to the next level, exploring new challenges, developing skills, and creating lifelong memories. With a balanced programme of adventure, personal growth, and teamwork, Scouts in Southgate is all about discovering potential and having a great time along the way.

Why Join Scouts?

Scouts is the heart of Scouting, where young people get to explore the world around them, make friends, and achieve amazing things. From outdoor adventures to leadership opportunities, Scouts is a safe and exciting environment where young people thrive.

What We Offer

• Outdoor Adventures: Whether it’s camping, hiking, kayaking, or climbing, Scouts experience the thrill of the great outdoors.
• Leadership Opportunities: Scouts take on more responsibility, developing confidence and teamwork skills through Patrol-based activities.
• Skill Development: From fire-lighting to first aid, Scouts learn practical skills that last a lifetime.
• Badge Achievements: With a wide range of activity badges and awards to earn, Scouts are always inspired to push their boundaries.
• Friendship and Fun: Scouts form strong bonds, working together as a team and creating memories to treasure.

Badges and Awards

Scouts have the opportunity to work towards an exciting range of Activity Badges and Challenge Awards, covering a wide variety of interests and skills. Some popular badges include:

• Pioneering Badge: Teaching Scouts how to build structures like bridges and towers using ropes and poles.
• Climbing Badge: Recognising skills in climbing walls or natural rock faces, with a focus on safety and technique.
• Survival Skills Badge: Testing Scouts’ ability to live off the land, build shelters, and cook in the wild.
• Campsite Service Badge: Encouraging Scouts to take care of their campsites and learn about sustainability.
• Astronomer Badge: Inspiring curiosity about the night sky, from identifying constellations to learning about planets.

Scouts also work towards the prestigious Chief Scout’s Gold Award, the highest award in their section, by completing a balanced programme of Challenge Awards, including the Expedition, Adventure, and Skills challenges.

Exciting Events and Activities

Scouts in Southgate have access to an incredible range of events and activities, designed to challenge and inspire them. Highlights include:

• District Scout Camps: Multi-day camps where Scouts come together to take on adventurous activities like zip-lining, abseiling, and canoeing.
• Survival Camps: Minimalist camping weekends where Scouts learn to build shelters, forage for food, and cook over open fires.
• Hiking Challenges: From local hikes in Trent Park to long-distance expeditions, Scouts develop navigation and endurance skills.
• International Jamborees: Opportunities to attend global Scouting events like the World Scout Jamboree, meeting Scouts from around the world.
• Water Activities Days: Raft-building, kayaking, and paddleboarding at nearby water adventure centres.
• Night Hikes: Exciting after-dark adventures that test Scouts’ teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Unique Aspects of Scouts in Southgate

• Focus on Leadership: Scouts in Southgate are encouraged to take on leadership roles within their Patrols, building confidence and responsibility.
• Strong Community Links: Scouts often participate in local initiatives, such as litter-picking, tree planting, and volunteering at community events.
• Themed Camps: From “Pirates and Explorers” to “Space Odyssey,” themed camps add extra excitement and creativity to outdoor adventures.
• Pathway to Explorers: Scouts are prepared for their next adventure, with seamless progression into Southgate’s Explorer Units, offering even greater challenges and opportunities.
• Support for Top Awards: Leaders in Southgate guide Scouts through their journey to the Chief Scout’s Gold Award, offering encouragement and support along the way.

Highlights of Scouting in Southgate

By joining Scouts, young people and their families become part of the wider Southgate Scouting community, which offers endless opportunities for growth, adventure, and connection.

Why Scouting is Amazing

• Skills for Life: From problem-solving to leadership, Scouting equips young people with abilities they’ll use for years to come.
• Inclusive and Welcoming: Scouting creates a safe space for everyone, fostering diversity and inclusion.
• Global Adventures: With international opportunities like the World Scout Jamboree, Scouting opens doors to a world of possibilities.
• Progression and Growth: Starting with Beavers, young people progress through Cubs, Scouts, and Explorers, taking on new challenges at every stage.

Why Southgate Stands Out

• A Thriving Community: Southgate Scouts is home to over 500 young people and 120 volunteers, creating a vibrant and supportive Scouting network.
• Experienced Leaders: Dedicated volunteers ensure that every Scout feels inspired, encouraged, and supported.
• Connection to Nature: With green spaces like Grovelands Park and Trent Park nearby, Southgate Scouts enjoy plenty of opportunities to connect with the outdoors.

Why Choose Scouts in Southgate?

Scouts in Southgate offers young people the perfect mix of fun, challenge, and growth. With a focus on outdoor adventures, leadership development, and personal achievement, Southgate Scouts provides an unforgettable experience that prepares young people for life’s adventures.

Join the Adventure Today!

Are you ready to give your child the gift of adventure, friendship, and discovery? Southgate Scouts is waiting to welcome them to a world of excitement and learning. From earning their first badge to camping under the stars, your child will thrive in Scouts.

Get in touch today to find out more, visit a session, and begin their Scouting journey with Southgate Scouts!