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Our latest posts are designed to help Scouts, youth groups, leaders and anyone interested in outdoor learning develop practical knowledge and confidence. From new activity ideas and survival skills to useful how-to guides, check back regularly for the latest resources.
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Burns: What to Do Outdoors
⚠️ SAFETY FIRST A burn can be more serious than it initially appears. If someone has been badly burned, is having difficulty breathing, has extensive or deep burns, or the burn involves the face, hands, genitals or major joints, seek urgent medical help. For a fresh burn, the priority is generally to remove the person…
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Explorers Badges Explained: A Guide for Parents and Leaders
A QUICK NOTE FOR PARENTS Explorer Scouts have opportunities to earn badges and awards by developing skills, taking on challenges, helping others and getting involved in adventures and activities. Badges aren’t simply rewards for being the best. They recognise achievement, learning, participation and personal development. The Explorer programme and badge requirements can change, so always…
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Scouts Badges Explained: A Guide for Parents and Leaders
A QUICK NOTE FOR PARENTS Scout badges recognise the skills, activities, challenges and experiences young people take part in during their time in Scouts. They aren’t simply prizes for being the best. A badge can represent learning a new skill, developing an existing interest, completing a challenge or trying something completely new. Badge requirements and…
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Cubs Badges Explained: A Guide for Parents and Leaders
A QUICK NOTE FOR PARENTS Cub Scouts have lots of opportunities to earn badges as they take part in activities, develop skills and try new experiences. Badges aren’t simply prizes for being the best. They recognise participation, learning, achievement and personal development. Badge requirements and the programme can change, so always check the latest information…
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Beaver Badges Explained: A Guide for Parents and Leaders
A QUICK NOTE FOR PARENTS Beaver Scouts have lots of opportunities to earn badges as they take part in activities, learn new skills and try new experiences. Badges aren’t simply rewards for being the best at something. They recognise participation, learning, achievement and the experiences Beavers have along the way. Badge requirements and the official…
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Squirrels Badges Explained: A Guide for Parents and Leaders
🐿️ A QUICK NOTE FOR PARENTS Squirrel Scouts have lots of opportunities to earn badges as they take part in activities, learn new skills and try new experiences. Badges aren’t simply rewards for being the best at something. They recognise participation, learning, achievement and the experiences Squirrels have along the way. Badge requirements and the…
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10 Fire Safety Games for Scouts: Fun Activities for Leaders
⚠️ SAFETY FIRST These games are designed to teach fire safety without putting Scouts in unnecessary danger. Many of the activities below can be completed without a lit fire. Where a real fire is involved, it should only be used when permitted, properly planned, appropriately supervised and in accordance with your organisation’s current safety guidance…
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10 Knot Games for Scouts: Fun Activities for Leaders
⚠️ SAFETY FIRST Knot games should focus on learning and practising rope skills, not on testing how much weight a knot can support. Never encourage Scouts to tie ropes around their necks, bodies or other people, or to use ropes for climbing, suspension or lifting unless the activity is specifically designed, risk-assessed and supervised by…
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10 Map Reading Games for Scouts: Fun Activities for Leaders
⚠️ SAFETY FIRST Map reading activities can be run in a classroom, campsite or outdoors, but activities that involve moving around outside require appropriate planning and supervision. Before sending teams out, check the map, terrain, weather, boundaries and hazards. Make sure Scouts know where they are allowed to go and have a clear instruction for…
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10 Navigation Games for Scouts: Fun Activities for Leaders
⚠️ SAFETY FIRST Navigation games should take place in an appropriate, clearly defined area with suitable adult supervision. Before starting, leaders should check the route, weather, terrain, boundaries and any hazards. Make sure young people understand where they can and cannot go and establish a clear stop signal. The aim is to develop navigation skills…
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