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 The
Scout Section is for young people, usually aged between 10½
and 14 years. A young person can come in to the Troop at 10 and
may stay until they are 15 years old. The Scout Troop is the third
and final Section in the Scout Group.
Scouts are
encouraged to take part in a wide range of activities as part
of their programme. "Participation" rather than meeting
set standards is the key approach and for the Scout who wants
to be recognised for his or her achievements there are a number
of Challenges Awards and Activity Badges. Scouts take part in
a balanced programme that helps them to find out about the world
in which they live, encourages them to know their own abilities
and the importance of keeping fit and helps develop their creative
talents. It also provides opportunities to explore their own values
and personal attitudes
Being outdoors
is important and half the Programme is given over to taking part
in both the traditional Scouting skills, such as camping, survival
and cooking as well as the wide range of adventurous activities,
anything from abseiling to yachting.
The international
aspect gives Scouting a special appeal and many Scouts now travel
abroad during their time in the Section. In 2002/3 25,000 Scouts
from around the World attended the World Jamboree in Thailand.
Even more are expected to attend the World Jamboree in The United
Kingdom in 2007.But before this we have the European Jamboree
in 2005, Eurojam. This will be for Scouts and Explorer Scouts
between the ages of 11 and 18 and will provide a fantastic opportunity
for young people, from different parts of Europe, to share a unique
experience.
Scouting is
about being with friends, as part of a team, participating fully
in the adventure and opportunities of life. 8th Farnham (Rowledge)
Scouts meet every Tuesday evening - If you are interested in joining
go to our contacts page.
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