Welcome to Squirrels – The Youngest Adventurers in Scouting!

Squirrels are where the Scouting adventure begins! Designed for children aged 4 to 6, the Squirrel section offers a safe, nurturing, and exciting environment where young adventurers can explore, play, and grow. As the newest and fastest-growing part of Southgate Scouts, Squirrels provides endless opportunities for children to discover the world around them, make friends, and gain confidence—all through fun and engaging activities.

Why Join Squirrels?

Squirrels in Southgate are all about sparking curiosity and building essential skills in a fun, age-appropriate way. From creative crafts to outdoor exploration, our sessions are packed with activities that inspire young minds.

What We Offer

• Engaging Activities: Every week brings new and exciting adventures, from arts and crafts to games and nature walks.
• Outdoor Fun: Squirrels love exploring green spaces like Grovelands Park or Trent Park, where they learn about the natural world and enjoy mini-adventures.
• Friendship and Fun: Squirrels is a place where young children make new friends and work together in small teams, building confidence and social skills.
• Achievement and Recognition: With plenty of badges to earn, Squirrels love showing off their accomplishments and celebrating their progress.

Badges and Awards

Squirrels can earn a variety of badges that celebrate their creativity, curiosity, and achievements. Some favourites include:

• Brilliant Builder Badge: Encouraging creativity through construction challenges, like building towers from blocks or crafting structures from natural materials.
• Feel Good Badge: Teaching children about kindness, emotions, and taking care of themselves and others.
• Be Active Badge: Packed with fun physical activities like obstacle courses and movement games to keep them active and healthy.
• Nature Spotter Badge: Introducing children to the wonders of wildlife, from spotting birds to identifying leaves and bugs.
• All About Me Badge: Helping Squirrels learn about themselves, their families, and what makes them unique.

Exciting Events and Activities

Southgate Squirrels enjoy a variety of special events throughout the year, designed to create magical memories for children and families alike:

• Squirrel Sleepovers: A gentle introduction to overnight adventures, where Squirrels enjoy a fun-packed evening with crafts, stories, and songs before settling down in a safe, indoor environment.
• Nature Trails and Mini-Hikes: Age-appropriate outdoor adventures where Squirrels can explore local parks, learn about nature, and develop a sense of wonder.
• Craft Days: Creative sessions where children can make seasonal decorations, build bird feeders, or create their own masterpieces.
• Themed Evenings: From “Pirates and Princesses” to “Space Explorers,” themed activities bring imaginations to life.
• District Squirrel Fun Days: Squirrels from across Southgate come together for a day of games, storytelling, and activities, building connections with other Groups in the District.

Unique Aspects of Squirrels in Southgate

• Community Spirit: Squirrels often take part in local initiatives, like creating decorations for community events or making cards for care homes, helping even the youngest Scouts contribute to their community.
• Family Involvement: Squirrels encourages family participation, with parents and carers often invited to join in activities or share special moments like badge ceremonies.
• Outdoor Adventures Close to Home: With Southgate’s beautiful green spaces, Squirrels have plenty of opportunities to play, learn, and explore the outdoors.
• Focus on Playful Learning: Every activity is designed to balance fun with development, giving children the chance to learn new skills in an engaging way.

Highlights of Scouting in Southgate

By joining Squirrels, children and their families become part of the wider Southgate Scouting community, which is full of opportunities for growth, connection, and adventure.

Why Scouting is Amazing

• Skills for Life: Scouting helps young people of all ages develop confidence, teamwork, and resilience.
• Outdoor Adventure: From nature trails for Squirrels to expeditions for Explorers, the great outdoors is at the heart of Scouting.
• Inclusive and Welcoming: Scouting is open to everyone, offering a space where young people can feel safe, valued, and included.
• A Journey That Grows With You: Starting with Squirrels, children can progress through the Scouting sections—Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, and Explorers—continuing to develop and thrive.

Why Choose Squirrels in Southgate?

Squirrels is the perfect starting point for young children to discover their potential. With a caring team of volunteers, a fun and engaging programme, and a focus on playful learning, Southgate Squirrels is where the adventure begins.

Join the Adventure Today!

Ready to give your child the gift of fun, friendship, and exploration? Southgate Squirrels is waiting to welcome them to a world of excitement and discovery. Whether they’re spotting bugs, building crafts, or singing songs, your child will leave every session with a smile on their face and a story to tell.

Get in touch with us today to find out more, visit a session, and take the first step on your child’s Scouting journey!