Being a Explorer

When you join Explorers, you’ll be introduced to loads of new activities, people and things. Here’s everything you need to know.

There are plenty of reasons to get stuck in, as Explorers gives young people the chance to:

Make friends
Have fun outdoors
Learn new things
Earn badges through fun activities

Activity Badges

Become an expert in something you love, or try something shiny and new. There’s a badge to suit each and every Squirrel

Completing awards challenges you to do more, learn more and be more. See what’s on offer and start your journey to the top.

The King’s Scout Award is the top achievement for Explorer Scouts and Scout Network members. Earning it is a huge achievement

Test yourself with an award for every level of challenge

As a values based movement we all make the ‘The Promise’ an oath that helps us to be our best

You don’t need a uniform to join. But once you’ve settled in, you’ll start speedily earning badges, and you’ll need to know where to put them!

Eventually, it’ll be time to say goodbye to Beavers and explore your next big adventure with Cubs.