Explore Scout skills by section, with activities, challenges, badges, outdoor activities, progression and practical skills for Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers.
Cooking is a brilliant way for Squirrels to learn practical skills while having fun. They can practise measuring, mixing, preparing ingredients and working together, while also learning about food, hygiene and staying safe around cooking equipment. You don’t need complicated recipes. For Squirrels, the best activities are usually simple enough that they can get involved…
Navigation doesn’t have to start with a compass and a complicated map. For Squirrels, it’s about developing the basic skills that help them understand where they are, where they’re going and how to recognise their surroundings. Simple games can introduce direction, observation and following routes without making the subject feel like a lesson. A campsite,…
Getting Squirrels interested in nature doesn’t need to involve complicated equipment or long walks. Young children are naturally curious about the world around them. A strange-looking leaf, an unusual insect or an interesting bird can be enough to start a conversation. Nature activities give Squirrels the chance to explore that curiosity while developing observation, teamwork…
First aid doesn’t have to be a serious or complicated subject for Squirrels. At this age, the most useful lessons are often very simple: Stay calm. Keep yourself safe. Get an adult. Know how to call for help. Don’t make an injury worse. Games and role-play can help make these ideas memorable without asking young…
⚠️ SAFETY FIRST Camping activities for Squirrels should always be properly planned, risk assessed and supervised by suitable adults. Follow the current guidance from your Scout organisation and the rules of the campsite or venue. Take particular care around water, fire, cooking equipment, roads, uneven ground, weather and unfamiliar areas. Keep appropriate first-aid equipment available…
The Chief Scout’s Acorn Award is the highest award a Squirrel Scout can earn. It’s designed to recognise the experiences, skills and development a young person has gained during their time in Squirrels. Scouts describes it as recognising Squirrels who have had adventures, helped their friends and learned new things. It’s not a single activity…
The Squirrels programme is designed around trying new things, having adventures and developing skills. One of the main parts of the programme is the Challenge Awards. There are currently four Challenge Awards for Squirrels, each focusing on a different aspect of their development. Scouts describes these awards as opportunities to step outside their comfort zone,…
Looking for a simple printable of the Scout Promise? This free printable is an easy way for Scouts to learn and practise their Promise at home or at their Scout meeting. The Scout Promise is an important part of being a Scout. Having the Promise printed out makes it easy to practise and provides a…
Looking for a simple printable of the Cub Scout Promise? This free printable is an easy way for Cubs to learn and practise their Promise at home or at their Scout meeting. Learning the Cub Scout Promise is an important part of being a Cub. Having the Promise printed out makes it easy to practise…
Looking for a simple printable of the Beaver Scout Promise? This free printable is an easy way for Beavers to learn and practise their Promise at home or at their Scout meeting. The Beaver Scout Promise is short and easy to practise, making a printable a useful resource for new Beavers and their families. Print…
