Explorer Scouts enjoy a busy calendar of activities
The tenacious Explorer Scout Unit (boys and girls aged 14 to 17), based in Quinton, have been very busy during the last few months.
Activities they have been up to include designing and building push karts, taking part in a district go karting event, fire lighting and making s’mores, baking, and decorating the Scout headquarters and themselves in tinsel.
Three members of the unit are participating in the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme. This includes volunteering, going on an expedition, learning a new activity, doing a physical challenge and developing a new skill.
Volunteer Linzi said: “Being an Explorer Leader brings different challenges over any of the other sections. I like being able to work with the young people to deliver a programme that they can get invested in. Explorers gives the young people a chance to express themselves through the weekly meetings and gives them a good insight into what it might be like should they go onto being a young leader or adult leader.”
Chloe, one of the Explorer Scouts said: “At Explorers it's nice to have the freedom that you don't get in other sections. I like being able to plan my own programme alongside my peers as it gives us the opportunity to make the most of our time at Explorers and do events that we otherwise wouldn't be able to do. It's nice to know that what we do is down to us and in the long run makes Explorers more enjoyable as we get to do district events and mix with other groups.”
With over 250 activities, there is something for everyone to do. Whether it is abseiling, craft, geocaching, hiking, pioneering, or Zumba, young people (and adults) will get the opportunity to try something new. Adult volunteer Janice said: “Not only will Explorers have lots of fun, but they will also learn skills for life. These will range from leadership to teamwork, independence to resilience and commitment to problem solving. These skills will help them with a personal statement for university, applications for employment or getting an apprenticeship.”
For further information about joining the Explorer Unit as a young person or volunteer please contact Janice at tenaciousexplorerunit@outlook.com.
