What are Explorer Scouts?

Explorer Scouts are young people, usually aged between 14 and 18 years old. They make up the fourth Section of the Scouting family. There are many types of Explorer Scout Units, some may be linked to your local Scout Group, others may be based around different activities.

Not all Units meet each week, because you will often be out and about at weekends or in the holidays doing activities. There will be times when you will be busy doing other things such as exams, and being an Explorer Scout will have to fit around these.

As an Explorer Scout, you will get the chance to work with other Explorer Scouts in your District, not just your Unit. By doing this, you will get the chance to do many more actvities, not just the ones your Unit organises

A unique part of being an Explorer Scout is the chance to become a Young Leader in the Beaver, Cub and Scout Sections. This gives Explorers the chance to:

• gain the knowledge, skills and confidence required to become an effective Leader
• further their own personal development
• work towards other Awards for example The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
• acquire the skills that are needed for the Scouts Adult Training Scheme
• and above all, have fun!

Young people can stay in the Explorer Scout Section until the age of 18 before moving on to the Scout Network.

Uniform

Explorer Scouts wear a beige shirt or blouse with a Unit scarf.