Part of the appeal of Scouting is the provision of activities that Explorers would not normally get involved in, in  the home environment: be they crafts, outdoor activity, games, adventurous activities whether they be kayaking, canoeing, abseiling, archery, high ropes, carting,  climbing or a walk in the dark.

The Scout Association  has strict rules regulating these activities and when appropriate, trained instructors are used for activities. As boys/girls get older, they are encouraged to take a leadership role in the Explorer Pack or with other Scout and Guide Units. This is always done under the overall supervision of the Explorer Leaders, again following nationally set guidelines.

Generally, camps and events run for the whole unit are organised with the older Explorers in liaison with the Leaders, whereas smaller unit events are organised more by the boys and girls. In the documentation circulated to parents about particular events, the level of supervision will always be made clear. From time to time, training will be arranged in some outdoor sports, such as canoeing, to allow children to gain their own qualifications.

On all Explorer events, a first aid kit is carried and most Leaders are trained in first aid. Parental permission and Health forms will also be issued for any external One day activity or overnight events, where consent is required for those under 18 (those over 18 may sign their own permission and health forms).

The Scout Association operates a Safe from Harm policy.

Scouting  has always been about offering boys/girls fun, adventure and activity. However, in order for an activity to contain an element of challenge, it may also include an element of risk. This can be risks to those taking part, or risks to units funds and property - but risks can be managed. Scouting UK's risk assessment has been prepared to help Scouters and event Leaders think about risks involved in the activities they are planning, so that they can be managed before the event, in this way the aim is to reduce the risk of harm to members.

We also coach the Explorers and Scouts in observing and avoiding risks in their environment, activities and lives.

Bullying is not tolerated in our Unit.

We encourage our members to talk to Leaders about concerns with any individual, or activity, so that concerns and risks can be dealt with.

This page was last updated 01 March 2009