Scouts
is a program for youth 11-14 years old. Under specific circumstances,
a Scout may remain in the Troop until the age of 16.
Scout activites emphasize community service and personal development
(decision making, interaction with peers) while living and experiencing
he outdoors - in harmony with nature and the environment. Kiking,
camping, exploring, summer and winter sports and community service
comprise the principle activities of Scouts. Achievement Badges
and Challendge Badges are earned, allowing Scouts to work towards
the Chief Scout's Award, the highest award in the Scouting program.
While young people of this age group tend to prefer less influence
from a parent or guardian, the specialized nature of the program
provides an opportunity for your involvement by assisting in the
completion of special projects, etc.. There are also numerous ceremonies
and special activities to which parents and guardians are invited.
The Scout program emphasizes having fun while encouraging youth to feel
good about themselves, their friends and family, God, and the environment.
The Scout program helps youth expand their leadership skills and
gain self confidence.
Scouting promotes activities that encourage youth to: express and respond
to their own spiritual values and beliefs while showing concern
for others develop self reliance pursue hobbies and personal interests
develop self discipline and the skills of working cooperatively
with others cooperate in setting and achieving small group and personal
goals practice leadership skills, relate with adults, be of service
to others, camp, explore the outdoors, and develop good conservation
practices.
The Scout program is designed around a lively variety of activities
based on personal and group interests. Scouts emphasizes outdoor
and environmental activities, citizenship and community service,
leadership, and personal development. Individual interests and skills
are recognized through an awards system. The outdoors is an essential
part of the Scout program. Weekend events, extended hikes, no trace
camping and seasonal sports opportunities round out the Scout experience.
Developing an active, healthy lifestyle is the prime goal. <
Scouts meet in a group called a troop. The troop is split into smaller
groups called patrols. There is one leader for every six Scouts.
Each Scout learns a promise, law and motto to help guide their personal
development.
Scout
Promise:
On my honour
I promise that I will do my best
To do my duty to God and the Queen
To help other people at all times,
And to carry out the spirit of the Scout Law.
Scout
Law:
A Scout is helpful and trustworthy
kind and cheerful,
considerate and clean,
wise in the use of all resources.
Scout
Motto:
Be Prepared
The
110th Toronto Scout Group currently operates a Scout Troop.
The 110th is fortunate to have a couple of experienced Scouters that
are willing to help volunteers join our Scouting Family.
Don't hestitate to contact us if you have any questions or interest in
Scouts. We would like you to join our Group.
The
Scouts will need the following items to begin this year:
a
- Uniform - [shirt, sash, green belt, dark blue pants (not jeans)]
{110th provides, uniform badges, epillettes, woggle, scarf}
- b - Scout Handbook
- c - Scout Fieldbook
- d - Camping equipment (refer to Kit Lists)
Your Scout should attend all meetings with the following:
- a - Handbook and Fieldbook
- b - In uniform