The Fundamentals of Scouting
There are three parts to The Fundamentals of Scouting.
- The Purpose
- The Values
- The Method
The Purpose
‘Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society’.
The Values
Integrity, Respect, Care, Belief, Co-operation
The Method
Scouting takes place when young people, in partnership with adults, work together based on the values of Scouting and do the following:
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enjoy what they are doing and have fun
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take part in activities indoors and outdoors
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learn by doing
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share in spiritual reflection
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take responsibility and make choices
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undertake new and challenging activities
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make and live by their Promise.