Explorer Scouts are young people, usually aged between 14 and 18 years old. They make up the fourth Section of the Scouting family. There are many types of Explorer Scout Units, some may be linked to your local Scout Group, others may be based around different activities.

Not all Units meet each week, because you will often be out and about at weekends or in the holidays doing activities. There will be times when you will be busy doing other things such as exams, and being an Explorer Scout will have to fit around these.

As an Explorer Scout, you will get the chance to work with other Explorer Scouts in your District, not just your Unit. By doing this, you will get the chance to do many more actvities, not just the ones your Unit organises. They meet together on Thursday night between 7 and 9pm.

How do I become and Explorer Scout?

If you would like more information about becoming a Explorer Scout at 5th Mansfield, then fill in the form by clicking 'Join 5th Mansfield' on the left hand side.

What is the Explorer Scout Promise?

The Explorer Scouts share the same promise and law as the Scout section.

The Scout Promise is:
On My Honour, I promise that I will do my best
To do my duty to God and to the Queen,
To help other people
And to keep the Scout Law.

The Scout Law is:
1. A Scout is to be trusted.
2. A Scout is loyal.
3. A Scout is friendly and considerate.
4. A Scout belongs to the worldwide family of Scouts.
5. A Scout has courage in all difficulties.
6. A Scout makes good use of time and is careful of possessions and property.
7. A Scout has self-respect and respect for others.

Who are the Explorer Scout Leaders?

At 5th Mansfield, the Cub Leaders are: Simon, Matt and Chris.

What badges and awards can Explorer Scouts get?

Click here to take you to a website which contains lots of information about badges and awards Exploers can gain.

As well as those badges and awards listed on the Scoutbase website, our Explorers are also working towards the Duke of Edinburgh's award. Click here for more information.

Please click here to see the Explorers News articles and what they have been up to recently.