Challenge!
Venturers is a challenging
program for teens 15-17 years old. Venturers are interested in exploring
the outdoors and experiencing more advanced levels of sailing, backpacking,
cross country skiing and other activities. They develop new skills through
exposure to activities such as computing, life saving and community
work. The key feature of the Venturer program is self-management.
Members are organized in groups called Companies that range in size
from three to ten or more youth. A Venturer Advisor, at least 21 years
old, works with the Company to reach decisions and implement plans.
This program section offers excellent opportunities for membes to pursue
their personal interests. Venturers can learn about future career options,
including jobs in both the social and professional sectors, through
hands-on involvement in many different community projects.
The Venturer program
emphasizes having fun while encouraging teens to feel good about themselves,
their friends and family, God, and the environment. Venturers helps
teens advance their leadership skills and gain self confidence.
Venturers
promotes activities that encourage teens to: show that they care and
live according to their personal values and religious beliefs develop
and use the skills of communicating, solving problems and making decisions
explore vocational opportunities participate in a variety of social,
cultural and spiritual activities work cooperatively in adult-like settings
participate in challenging physical and outdoor activities become aware
of and respond to needs of the community and the environment
The Venturer
program is built around a lively variety of activities based on personal
and group interests. Venturing emphasizes outdoor and environmental
activities, citizenship and community service, leadership and personal
development, and career exploration. Individual interests and skills
are recognized through an awards system.
The outdoors
is an essential part of the Venturer program. Weekend events, extended
hikes, no trace camping and seasonal sports opportunities round out
the Venturer experience. Developing an active, healthy lifestyle is
the prime goal. As well, Venturing helps teens learn new knowledge and
skills that can lead to a satisfying career.
Venturers
meet in a group called a company. Venturers develop and manage their
own program with the help of an adult advisor. Each Venturer learns
a promise and motto to help guide their personal development.
Venturer
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.
Venturer
Motto:
Challenge