Introduction to Scouting is simply that, an introduction to Scouting for every youth member in every section.
It is a discussion and not a test. This discussion may take place over a number of weeks, or in one go. It's important for the discussion to occur as part of experiencing the program first hand. The discussion should be lead by the Patrol Leader and assisted by the Section Leader.
In the beginning a new youth member may know very little about the Scout Organisation, which is perfectly fine. This discussion is to aid their growth and understanding of Scout Organisation. As their knowledge grows, they will truly understand the global impact Scouting has on a Group, District, Branch, National and International Level. Welcome to the largest Youth Organisation on Planet Earth.
In general the Introduction to Scouting discussion should include topics such as ......
YOUTH PROGRAM & ACHIEVEMENT PATHWAYS VIDEOS
INTRODUCTION to SCOUTING TOPICS
SCOUTING
A GLOBAL ORGANISATION FULL OF HISTROY & TRADITIONS
From humble beginnings to a Global Organisation, Scouting truly is a unique platform to inspire and ignite imagination, adventure, challenge, acceptance & service.
Thursday 1st August 1907 ... a small group of boys arrive on Brownsea Island in England for and Experimental Youth Camp led by Colonel Robert Baden-Powell (BP). Between the 1st - 8th August these boys participated in the activities of camping, observation, woodcraft, chivalry, lifesaving and patriotism. The camp was a success and this event is regarded as the origin of the worldwide Scout movement.
In 1908, BP published 'Scouting for Boys' and from there the Scout Movement became a Global Organisation.
Today 'Scouting for Boys' is one of the worlds best selling books with over 150 million copies sold in 87 different languages.
With over 200 Countries and more than 50 million members Scouting is the world's largest youth organisation. With unique traditions, a focus on youth growth, development and global peace Scouts transcends borders, cultures, religions, status and language to be fully inclusive of all uniting global citizens under one mission and one vision ......
SCOUTS GLOBAL MISSION
"The Mission of Scouting is to contribute to the education of young people, through a value system based on the Scout Promise and Law, to help build a better world where people are self-fulfilled as individuals and play a constructive role in society." The Mission was adopted at the 35th World Scout Conference in Durban, South Africa in 1999. Illustrating both the local and global impact of Scouting, the Mission of Scouting has been captured in World Scouting’s brand as "Creating a Better World”.
SCOUTS GLOBAL VISION
"By 2023 Scouting will be the world’s leading educational youth movement, enabling 100 million young people to be active citizens creating positive change in their communities and in the world based on shared values." The Vision for Scouting, Vision 2023, was adopted at the 40th World Scout Conference in Ljubljana, Slovenia in 2014.
SCOUTS AUSTRALIA MISSION
The Mission of Scouting is to contribute to the education of young people, through a value system based on the Scout Promise and Law, to help build a better world where people are self-fulfilled as individuals and play a constructive role in society.
SCOUTING TRADITIONS
LORD ROBERT STEPHENSON SMYTH
BADEN-POWELL (BP)
BROWNSEA ISLAND
WORLD SCOUT BADGE
Who is BP? Why is he so important to the Global Scout Association.
Brownsea Island is a small island located off the coast of Poole in southern England. Internationally recognised and acknowledge as the birthplace of Scouts after BP's experimental camp 1st - 8th August 1907.
Recognised around the World ... what is the meaning of the World Scout Badge?
SCOUT SALUTE
LEFT HAND SHAKE
SCOUTS of the WORLD
In his book, Scouting for Boys, Robert Baden-Powell chose the three-finger salute for Scouts to represent the three aspects of the Scout Promise: Honour God and Country, Help Others & Obey the Scout Law
When meeting the Great Chiefs of the Ashanti, BP offered his right hand out as a sign of friendship, but the Chief offered his left hand as a sign of trust.
Left Hand Shake
With over 200 Countries involved in Scouting and millions of participants Scouting truly is an Organisation that can help you discover and fully explore Planet Earth.
The Story of Scouting
After the success of his Experimental Camp on Brownsea Island, Baden-Powell, already a prolific book writer, began to write a six part series call Scouting for Boys. When the first edition was released in January 1908 it became an instant best seller, with boys all over the UK waiting for the book to be published. With the success of all 6 books in the series, it was soon produced into a single book containing all editions which went on to become one of the best selling books in history.
24th January 1908: Robert Baden-Powell publishes Scouting for Boys
Scouting for Boys
UNIFORM
More than anything the Scout Uniform is what significantly identifies youth as a Scout. Each Section of the Australian Scout Association has it's own unique uniform making it easy to identify Joeys, Cubs, Scouts, Venturers, Rovers & Leaders.
The uniform is always wore with pride, and is worn at all Scouting evening, activities, excursions, adventure activities and events ... unless otherwise directed by Leaders.
The uniform is to be purchased by the family prior to investiture & can be worn straight away to all Section meetings, helping create a feeling of inclusion. Uniforms can be purchase online from The Scout Shop. While hats are essential for outdoor events, and the jumpers keep you warm, the scout shirt is the only uniform item required for youth members and must be purchased prior to investiture.
If you require assistance to purchase a uniform, please talk directly our Group Leader.
INVESTITURE
A members investiture is an extremely important step in their personal Scouting Journey - regardless of their Section. It is where everyone is officially welcomed into their Unit within the 1st Ballan Scout Group.
During investiture the youth member will be asked to repeat the Australian Scout Promise & Law - listed above - after their Section Leader. Throughout the investiture they will receive four badges, the group scarf & a woggle - all provided by the 1st Ballan Scout Group. A certificate of membership will also be provided by Scouts Australia - however, this may be presented at another Scout gathering after investiture.
Parents, Grandparents, Siblings, Family Friends, Uncles, Aunties are all welcome to attend an investiture.
INVESTITURE BADGES
The World Scout Badge represents that a Scout is a member of the largest youth organisation on Planet Earth - the Scout Organisation.
Each National Flag worn on a uniform links a member to their unique Country. Our Australian Flag signifies that we are members of the Australian Scout Association.
The Djerriwarrh District Badge links a member to their local Scouting District. Our District Badge is a rare indigenous badge which signifies ... "a winding path to a meeting place".
Our 1st Ballan name tape links us to our wonderful Scout Group - 1st Ballan.
Our 1st Ballan Scarf is unique to our Scout Group and unique within the Scout Association. While some Scarfs may look similar no Scout Scarf is exactly the same, they are all unique with special significance.
Woggle - defined as:- a loop or ring of leather or cord through which the ends of a Scout's scarf (neckerchief) are threaded. Woggles can be anything and help hold our scarf together.
Where are the Investiture Badges placed on the Uniform?
