Moving on from Explorers?

Scout Network is our fifth and final section for 18-25 year olds. Joining is a great way to stay in touch with other young people in Scouts when your time at Explorers comes to an end. Here's what to expect when the time comes. 

I’m an Explorer moving on to Scout Network. What should I expect?

When you turn 18, you can become part of Scout Network in the same District you were an Explorer in.

Network members still earn badges digitally, and still go on camps. They still throw themselves into expeditions and aim for their top awards. They still chase adventures overseas and build communities closer to home and get their hands dirty and battle it out for the last of the toasted marshmallows. The main difference is that they have more flexibility and independence and autonomy than any of the other sections. District Scout Networks are self-led, and their programme is designed to fit around the bundle of commitments humans juggle in their late teens and early twenties. You may be less likely to meet weekly, but you’re guaranteed to have just as much fun as you did in Explorers, and to gain even more skills to put on that CV. Because becoming a grown-up shouldn’t mean you have to miss out on all the good stuff.

To get a better idea of what to expect before you take the leap, have a look at our Network resources, and talk to your Explorer Leader about completing the Moving on Award. It involves spending at least three weeks interacting with Scout Network while keeping up your normal routine at Explorers.

Turning 18 also gives you the chance to put your leadership skills to the test and think about joining a section as a Volunteer, this doesn't mean you can't join in with network it just gives you a chance to keep up with your Scout values and give back to the community. 

There are other options too, such as becoming a Youth Lead in your District/Area or staying close to home and joining your groups trustee board to support the groups plans for the future, what ever you're plans are there's something for everyone.