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How do I join the Scout Network?!
If you want to become a member of the Scout Network, the scoutbase website will give you details
of local Scout Networks near you if you fill in the form. Or if you so wish to join BENT then send
us an email and we will give you details of whats happening and where we meeting so you can come
along for an evening,
What has changed?
The structure of Scouting for the 14-25 year old age range is changing considerably. While Venture
Scouting is disappearing, the most successful aspects have been retained in the new Explorer Scout and
Scout Network Sections. The structure of these sections gives flexibility to create the right provision
in each area. As with Beaver Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts and Explorer Scouts, members of the Scout Network
will have the opportunity to work for many awards,
the highest being the Queen's Scout Award.
How is the Scout Network Structured?
The Scout Network is different to the other four Sections. It is run for the members by the members.
Each individual member aged 18-25 in the County or Area is registered with a Scout Network Administrator.
They are responsible for maintaining the list and communicating with the Members. Within the Network there
will be young people in a wide variety of roles. Members of the Scout Network can be a Warranted Leader in
another Section, a Helper, Skills Instructor or Administrator, a member of the Scout Fellowship or a member of
a local Scout Network. The provision of a Scout Network is managed by the County/Area Scout Network
Commissioner (CSNC or ASNC). They are responsible for the Scout Network and for getting young people
involved in all aspects of Network life. Sometimes, Members will want to get together as a local Scout
Network and arrange a programme of activities. Each member of the Scout Network can put in their own level
of commitment - if they are away (for example, at University) they can also get involved in their new
County/Area Network, and find out about the activities taking place there.
