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The Growth & Communities Team supports volunteers to grow and develop Scouts locally ⚜️

10/06/2026

Have you looked on the events page recently?

The Scouts Events page has lots of upcoming online workshops and events for volunteers!

Take 5 minutes to have a browse—you might find something that's perfect for you!
https://www.scouts.org.uk/events/

01/06/2026

We would like to invite you to our online 'Squirrels growth support sessions'.🌱 Choose from:

-Programme planning at Squirrels
-Behaviour management and support at Squirrels

To book your space or find out more click the link!

https://www.scouts.org.uk/events/squirrels-growth-support-sessions/

13/05/2026

🎉 Triple Scout birthday! ONE huge celebration! 🥳💚
Sign up now to get your FREE Digital PARTY BAG for your group or section!
Packed with games, activities, and ideas to bring your local community together, it’s everything you need to join the fun.

👉 Sign up now and get your party started!
https://forms.office.com/e/6GBBqUPzjd

Already celebrated? Let us know what you did! Email us - [email protected]

23/04/2026

⚜️🐿️ Thinking about opening a Squirrels Drey? Come and find out how easy it can be. 🐿️⚜️

🌰🌰 Join this short online session with the Growth Support Team to get a clear, honest picture of Squirrels — what it is, how it works, and what it really takes to get started.

✅ Hear how Squirrels began and what it looks like today

✅ Some learning from Squirrels leader, offering some guidance on what to think about

✅ Have your common questions answered, clearly and simply

Whether you’re actively considering opening Squirrels or just want to find out more, this webinar is for you. 🌰🌰
👉 Book on now:
https://www.scouts.org.uk/events/thinking-about-opening-squirrels/

Thinking about Squirrels? Join our friendly intro call to explore the section, ask questions, and see if it’s right for your group!

25/02/2026

🌟 New to Squirrels? Opening a new Drey?

Join us for our upcoming Welcome to Squirrels online session!

📅 Tuesday 17th March

⏰ 6pm – 7pm

We’re excited to invite you to a friendly, informative introduction to the world of Squirrels. Whether you're starting a brand‑new Drey or joining an existing one, this session is designed to help you feel confident and supported.

Who’s this for:

• Group Lead Volunteers opening a new Squirrel Drey

• New volunteers joining a new Squirrel Drey

• New volunteers joining an existing Squirrel Drey

What we’ll cover:

• Uniform and branding

• Badges and programme essentials

• How to run a Squirrels section

• Practical next steps and support available

If this sounds helpful to you or someone in your group, we’d love to see you there.

👉 Sign up here: https://www.scouts.org.uk/events/welcome-to-squirrels/

24/02/2026

🌟 New to Scouts? Opening a new Troop?

Join us for our upcoming Welcome to Scouts online session!

📅 Tuesday 24th March

⏰ 7:30pm – 8:30pm

We’re excited to invite you to a friendly, informative introduction to the world of Scouts. Whether you're starting a brand‑new Troop or joining an existing one, this session is designed to help you feel confident and supported.

Who’s this for:

• Group Lead Volunteers opening a new Scout Troop

• New volunteers joining a new Scout Troop

• New volunteers joining an existing Scout Troop

What we’ll cover:

• Uniform and branding

• Badges and programme essentials

• How to run a Scout section

• Practical next steps and support available

If this sounds helpful to you or someone in your group, we’d love to see you there.

👉 Sign up here: https://www.scouts.org.uk/events/welcome-to-scouts/

23/02/2026

🌟 Need more hands? Short on adult volunteers?

Join us for our upcoming volunteer recruitment webinar!

📅 Monday 23rd March

⏰ 7pm – 8pm

Welcoming & Supporting Adults
Create a warm, inclusive environment that keeps volunteers coming back.

Sign up here: https://www.scouts.org.uk/events/volunteer-recruitment-webinars/

20/02/2026

🌟 New to Beavers? Opening a new Colony?

Join us for our upcoming Welcome to Beavers online session!

📅 Thursday 5th March

⏰ 6pm – 7pm

We’re excited to invite you to a friendly, informative introduction to the world of Beavers. Whether you're starting a brand‑new Colony or joining an existing one, this session is designed to help you feel confident and supported.

Who’s this for:

• Group Lead Volunteers opening a new Beaver Colony

• New volunteers joining a new Beaver Colony

• New volunteers joining an existing Beaver Colony

What we’ll cover:

• Uniform and branding

• Badges and programme essentials

• How to run a Beavers section

• Practical next steps and support available

If this sounds helpful to you or someone in your group, we’d love to see you there.

👉 Sign up here: https://www.scouts.org.uk/events/welcome-to-beavers/

19/02/2026

🌟 New to Explorers? Opening a new Unit?

Join us for our upcoming Welcome to Explorers online session!

📅 Monday 16th March

⏰ 8pm – 9pm

We’re excited to invite you to a friendly, informative introduction to the world of Explorers. Whether you're starting a brand‑new Unit or joining an existing one, this session is designed to help you feel confident and supported.

Who’s this for:

• District Lead Volunteers or 14-24 Team Leads opening a new Explorer Unit

• New volunteers joining a new Explorer Unit

• New volunteers joining an existing Explorer Unit

What we’ll cover:

• Uniform and branding

• Badges and programme essentials

• How to run an Explorer section

• Practical next steps and support available

If this sounds helpful for you or someone in your District, we’d love to see you there.

👉 Sign up here: https://www.scouts.org.uk/events/welcome-to-explorers/

16/02/2026

🌟 Need more hands? Short on adult volunteers?

Join us for our upcoming volunteer recruitment webinar!

📅 Monday 2nd March

⏰ 7pm – 8pm

Building Connections & Managing Enquiries
Learn how to engage with your local community and handle volunteer joining enquiries effectively.

Sign up here: https://www.scouts.org.uk/events/volunteer-recruitment-webinars/

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