Explorer Scouts
In Basingstoke West, Explorer Scouts are a District led section offering a wide variety of activities and chances to meet new friends. Explorer Scouting is about Activity, Adventure, Excitement and Flexibility. We understand that for many of you this is a time of studying, exams, part-time jobs and other interests. Once invested with a Unit you will be able to move around and join with the other Units activities to suit your changing circumstances.
Who are Explorer Scouts?
All young people aged between 14 – 18 years old may become Explorer Scouts.
You may have been a Beaver, Cub or Scout so this is the next step on for you OR You may be joining the Scout Association for the first time.
Activities
Explorer Scouts contribute to the planning of activities and programmes. Since they opened in September 2002 members of the Explorer sections have taken part in archery, swimming, map exercises, cooking, air rifle shooting, camping and climbing. With a little organisation and forward planning most things are possible.
Award Schemes
Young Leaders
A Young Leader is an Explorer Scout who works with Beavers, Cubs and Scouts and their Leaders. It is a way of gaining valuable leadership experience. Once you have become invested as an Explorer Scout with one of the Units you can take part in the Young Leaders Training Scheme.
Which Unit?
We would encourage you to visit all the Units to find the one that suits you best. You are welcome to take a friend along (even if they are not currently in scouting) – you never know, they may join as well.
Explorer Scout Units
Denali: Monday – 8:00 to 10:00pm (Worting: St Thomas)
Mosi-oa-tunya: Thursday – 8:00 to 10:00pm (Overton)
Pafupi: Friday – 7:30 to 9:30pm (Kempshott)
Creative Explorers: Wednesday 20:30 to 22:00 (Alternate Weeks, Winklebury)
For more information about Explorer Scouts speak to your Scout Leader or Group Scout Leader.
You can also e-mail the District Explorer Scout Commissioner: explorers@bwds.org.uk