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As a Young Person aged 4–25, you can participate in one of six sections.

4 to 6 years

A completely new provision for 4 and 5 year-olds. Make friends, have fun outdoors, and learn new things.

6 to 8 years

Try new things. Make new friends. Joining Beavers is just the beginning of your big adventure.

8 to 10½ years

Develop new skills. Soar to great heights. Being a Cub opens up a whole other world.

10½ to 14 years

Jump in and get muddy. Give back and get set. Scouts ignore the butterflies and go for it, and soon so will you.

14 to 18 years

Try more. See more. Do more. At Explorers, you’ll stand on your own two feet, and make memories to last a lifetime.

18 to 25 years

Try more. See more. Do more. At Network, you’ll stand on your own two feet, and make memories to last a lifetime.

Volunteering

From age 14, you can start giving back to the Scouting community.

Young Leaders' Scheme

14 to 18 years

Give back to the Scouting community. Develop your knowledge, skills, and understanding.

Volunteering

18+ years

Volunteering’s not just about giving back — it goes both ways. It improves your wellbeing, gives you skills for the future, and helps you make new friends. It’s #GoodForYou.