Whether you are a parent of a child in Scouting or someone who is totally new to Scouting you’ve come to the right place!
One of the biggest myths about Scouting is that Groups are closing down due to a lack of young people wanting to become Members. Nothing could be further from the truth; in the UK there are over 500,000 people enjoying Scouting, 500 of those are in Inverness and around 100 are at 2nd Inverness! Scouting is a growing Movement!
There are lots of ways you can get involved as a parent, from helping out occasionally on a parent rota to volunteering your time as a leader. Our volunteering opportunities are as varied as you! Because whether you’re helping a leader to run an activity in the local village hall, organising a night away, or buttering 120 slices of bread for a group of very hungry eleven year olds – no two Scout meetings are the same. The difference you make, though, is always great.
There are many reasons why adults choose to volunteer for Scouting. Here are some that existing volunteers have given:
Sections usually meet on one evening during the week, although they may also go to camps and other days out throughout the year.
Whilst the activities they take part in will depend on their age, each Section gives young people the opportunity to learn by doing.
Leaders in The Scout Association are trained to deliver this programme, ensuring our young people stay safe while they enjoy themselves and learn.
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2nd Inverness Scout Group
Registered Charity (Scotland): SC016603
Kingsmills Scout Centre, Kingsmills Road, Inverness, IV2 3LL
Kenneth Street Community Hall, Kenneth Street, IV3 5NR
Part of The Scout Association
Registered Charity (England & Wales): 306101
Registered Charity (Scotland): SC038437
Gilwell Park, Chingford, London, E4 7QW