New research confirms: Scouts strengthen communities
New research shows that Scouting develops strong community engagment in young people and fosters a culture of curiosity and acceptance.
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Scouting In The News
Scout leaders: ‘It’s the best non-paid job in the world’
A shortage of leaders has left thousands of children stuck on a waiting list to become Scouts, Beavers, Cubs or Explorers, the Scout Association says. Here, two people to have donned the Scouts’ woggle and scarf describe the ups and downs of being a volunteer.
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Scout Luca Marcus praised for his quick thinking in saving the life of best friend Joe Wilkins
“This has taught me to be brave in situations like this and not panic. If I’d let panic take over me I probably wouldn’t have been able to do it.”
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Scouting’s role today in the ‘shared society’ by Matt Hyde
“…Thank you to every Scout volunteer for making this possible – as our Chief Scout, Bear Grylls says, you are ‘shining lights in your communities’ and an inspiring example to everyone in the country….”
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Scouting skills showing the way
Seems good old fashioned map and compass skills are still necessary…. Rescues soar as walkers ditch maps for mobiles |
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