22/05/2026
What happens when Scouting meets space exploration?
During Scouts WA's OneCamp Discover event in late April, hundreds of young people from across Western Australia had the extraordinary opportunity to make live contact with astronauts aboard the International Space Station.
The event gave Scouts the chance to ask questions directly to crew members orbiting approximately 400 kilometres above Earth, creating an unforgettable experience that combined science, technology, communication and exploration.
For many of our Scouts, this wasn't just a conversation with astronauts. It was a moment that made science, technology and exploration feel real. A reminder that the skills they develop through Scouting such as curiosity, communication, problem solving and confidence, can open doors to opportunities they may never have imagined.
Scouting is about helping young people discover their potential and explore the world around them. Sometimes that world extends a little further than expected... all the way to the International Space Station.
Experiences like this inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, innovators and leaders, while showing that learning can happen in extraordinary ways.
A huge thank you to everyone involved in making this unforgettable experience possible and helping our young people reach for the stars.
🚀 Watch the highlights and see how our Scouts reached for the stars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hASRxUcLSrg
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