If you are interested in getting involved in scouting (or getting your child involved), the process is quite simple. There are little criteria for joining – anyone of any faith or background aged between 6 and 25 can enroll – and providing you have a Scout group in your area, it’s a simple matter of signing up. Although some local groups may have waiting lists – that is, there is such interest that there simply are not enough groups to take on every child straight away – you should be able to get in touch with the National Scouts Association and see what they can do.
Once enrolled, there are some membership fees and other expenses which are relatively small but compulsory. The Scout Association states that membership fees should not be more than £100 annually, and this can be split into smaller payments if required. Scout uniforms are another important part of becoming a member, and are quite specific in their requirements. Each age group (Beaver, Cub, Scout, Explorer) has a different uniform which generally includes trousers (or shorts or skirts), shirts, jumpers or blazers, a neck-tie, and sturdy shoes. The Scout shirt will also have particular badges of achievement and identification which will need to be placed in specific areas on the garment. Luckily there are several online and retail suppliers of scout uniforms and accessories, and your local County or Group may also have a supplier they favour. Depending on the policies of your local county, you may be able to save money by purchasing second hand scout uniform.
Once enrolled, there are some membership fees and other expenses which are relatively small but compulsory. The Scout Association states that membership fees should not be more than £100 annually, and this can be split into smaller payments if required. Scout uniforms are another important part of becoming a member, and are quite specific in their requirements. Each age group (Beaver, Cub, Scout, Explorer) has a different uniform which generally includes trousers (or shorts or skirts), shirts, jumpers or blazers, a neck-tie, and sturdy shoes. The Scout shirt will also have particular badges of achievement and identification which will need to be placed in specific areas on the garment. Luckily there are several online and retail suppliers of scout uniforms and accessories, and your local County or Group may also have a supplier they favour. Depending on the policies of your local county, you may be able to save money by purchasing second hand scout uniform.