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Introduction to Scouting

The Scout Association offers everyday adventure and activity to almost 400,000 young people across the UK.

• About our Work

• Our Commitment

• Who can be a Scout?

Adults in Scouting

Whether you are a Network Member, parent of a child in Scouting, or someone who is totally new to Scouting you’ve come to the right place.

• Why help?

• Facts about adults in Scouting

• Frequently Asked Questions

• How can you help?

Young people in Scouting

• The benefits of Scouting for your child and your family

• Parents' frequently asked questions about Scouting

Scouting is open to all young people aged 6 to 25 of every faith and background. There are five Sections:

• Beaver Scouts for 6 - 8 year olds

• Cub Scouts for 8 –10 ½ year olds

• Scouts for 10 ½  - 14 year olds

• Explorer Scouts for 14 -18 year olds

• Network for 18 - 25 year olds

Are you 16-24 and looking for volunteering opportunities?

The Scout Association has embarked on an exciting three-year project with Sainsbury’s and the new youth volunteering charity v. Sainsbury’s has committed £150,000 to the Scouts, which will be directly matched by v with the aim of recruiting over 1,000 volunteers aged 16-25 into Scouting.

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