Learn about weather and the outdoor environment, including clouds, wind, rain, heat, cold, forecasts, environmental responsibility and staying safe in changing conditions.
Activity Overview Difficulty: EasyTime: 15–30 minutes to learnLocation: Countryside, farmland, woodland, villages and rural areasBest for: Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Patrol Leaders, walkers and outdoor enthusiastsSkills: Navigation, map reading, countryside awareness, route planning and responsible access A public right of way is a route that the public has a legal right to use, subject to the…
Activity Overview Difficulty: EasyTime: 15–20 minutes to learn; ongoing practiceLocation: Countryside, woodland, farmland, coast, hills and other outdoor areasBest for: Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Patrol Leaders, walkers and outdoor enthusiastsSkills: Outdoor awareness, responsible access, navigation, environmental care and countryside etiquette The Countryside Code is guidance for enjoying the outdoors responsibly while respecting other people, protecting the…
Activity Overview Difficulty: EasyTime: 15–30 minutes to learn; ongoing practiceLocation: Footpaths, bridleways, farmland, woodland, hills, parks and other countryside areasBest for: Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Patrol Leaders, hikers and outdoor enthusiastsSkills: Navigation, environmental awareness, countryside etiquette, observation and responsible outdoor behaviour Responsible countryside access means using the countryside in a way that respects the land, wildlife,…
Activity Overview Difficulty: EasyTime: 15–30 minutes to learn; ongoing practiceLocation: Countryside, woodland, campsite, coast, hills and other outdoor areasBest for: Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Patrol Leaders and outdoor enthusiastsSkills: Conservation, environmental awareness, responsible camping, planning and outdoor ethics Environmental responsibility means enjoying the outdoors without unnecessarily damaging the places, wildlife and communities around you. For anyone…
Activity Overview Difficulty: EasyTime: 15–30 minutes to learn; ongoing practiceLocation: Countryside, woodland, campsite, hills, beaches and other outdoor areasBest for: Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Patrol Leaders and outdoor enthusiastsSkills: Environmental awareness, responsible camping, conservation, planning and outdoor ethics The Leave No Trace principles are a simple way of reducing the impact you have when enjoying the…
Spending time outdoors gives Scouts the chance to explore nature, learn practical skills and enjoy new experiences. But every outdoor activity has an impact on the environment, whether it is a short walk, a weekend camp or a large Scout event. Environmental responsibility means thinking about that impact and making sensible choices to reduce unnecessary…
Why Storm Safety Matters Storms are one of those hazards that can change an outdoor situation very quickly. A walk that started in sunshine can become cold, wet and windy. A campsite that seemed perfectly safe can suddenly be surrounded by falling branches. A stream that was easy to cross can become dangerously fast after…
The weather can change quickly when you’re outdoors. A sunny morning can become cold and wet. Fog can reduce visibility. Strong winds can make exposed areas uncomfortable or dangerous, while thunderstorms can create serious hazards. Learning to read the weather doesn’t mean becoming a meteorologist. It means learning to: Safety First Never rely solely on…
