Our Scout Troop…

The Scout section covers ages 10½ to 14. The Scout section is called a Troop with each Troop made up of several patrols. Members 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.
1st Stanmore Scouts meet Thursday evenings from 7.30pm to 9.30pm.

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, to explore their own values and personal attitudes. Being outdoors is important and much of the Programme is given over to taking part in both the traditional Scouting skills, such as camping, survival and cooking as well as a wide range of adventurous activities, anything from abseiling to kayaking. Scouting is about being with friends, as part of a team, participating fully in the adventure and opportunities of life.

Scout leading an activity

At Scouts in 1st Stanmore, you will take part in lots of games, build upon lots of skills and have lots of fun. The scout troops go back to basics every few months to teach you what you didn’t know. Then you move on to more complicated knots, pioneering, first aid, emergency procedures and topics about nature. The basics of scouting include the 6 basic knots, simple pioneering, the CPR procedure and lots lots more. The scouts run a balanced programme organised by the section leaders.

Our scouts have a lot of fun all year round whether the weather be snow or sun. We know you will not get involved unless you are enjoying what you are offered and we try to make sure everything we do is a fun experience. We try to give you as much independence as we can, it’s up to you to show us that you know when it’s time to go crazy, then when to slow down and when you need to concentrate on something serious that will allow you to take a step forward.

Being a Scout is all about discovering the world on your own terms and making the most of what you have, wherever and whoever you are. You will get the opportunity to try new things and make new friends. You will have adventures both at home and abroad. We help our Scouts develop #SkillsForLife. We build confidence, independence and encourage them to explore their beliefs and attitudes.

There is a termly subs fee for attending section nights. This covers costs like activities, building use, insurance and more. This Scouts page on the Scouts Association site contains lots more information about what we do. If you still have questions contact us and we will do our best to answer them.

Scout Promise & Law

Since the publication of Scouting for Boys in 1908, all Scouts around the world have taken a promise to live up to ideals of the movement, and subscribed to a Scout Law. The wording of the Scout Promise and Scout Law have varied slightly over time and from country to country. Typically, Scouts will make the three-fingered Scout Sign when reciting the promise.

The Scout Promise

On my honour,
I promise that I will do my best,
To do my duty to God and to the Queen,
To help other people,
And to keep the Scout Law.

The Scout Law

  • A Scout is to be trusted.
  • A Scout is loyal.
  • A Scout is friendly and considerate.
  • A Scout belongs to the world-wide family of Scouts.
  • A Scout has courage in all difficulties.
  • A Scout makes good use of time and is careful of possessions and property.
  • A Scout has self-respect and respect for others.

We are also always looking for adult volunteers. Would you like to be part of something amazing?

Part of Scouting’s mission statement is…

To help young people achieve their full, physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals, as respected members of their local, national and international communities.

Roles range from committee members to parent helpers and uniformed leaders, it doesn’t matter how much you do, every little helps! Contact us for more details.