Beaver Scouts 6 - 8 Year Olds

Beaver Scouts are young people usually aged between six and eight years old. They belong to the first and youngest Section in the Scouting family. Young people can join Beaver Scouts in the three months leading up to their sixth birthday. They can move to the next Section, Cub Scouts, between seven years and six months and eight years six months.

Easily recognised by their distinctive turquoise sweatshirts, Beaver Scouts enjoy making friends, playing games, going on visits and helping others. They usually meet together once a week in a Beaver Scout Colony.

Some Beaver Scout Colonies also organise Sleepovers. These are often the first time a young person spends a night away from home. They take place in suitable buildings, often Scout centres.

‘The best thing we did was swim in the rain. I wasn’t even sure we were allowed to, but it was brilliant! I mean we were wet anyway, so I guess it didn’t matter too much about the weather.’

Beaver Scouts usually meet on one evening a week, although they may also go to sleepovers and other days out throughout the year.

Whilst the activities they take part in depend on their age, each Section gives young people the opportunity to learn by doing. The main programme areas are:

• Outdoor and Adventure
• Global
• Community
• Fit for Life
• Creative
• Beliefs and Attitudes

Scout Leaders are trained to deliver this programme, ensuring our young people stay safe while they enjoy themselves and learn.

Badges

Scouts of all ages work towards attaining awards in their chosen activities, and are awarded Scout Badges. Beaver Scouts gain 6 Challenge Awards plus the Chief Scouts Bronze Award and up to 12 Activity Badges from Adventure to Healthy Eating.

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