Squirrel Scouts (or just “Squirrels”) is the youngest section of the UK Scout Association, for 4 to 6-year-olds, introducing them to scouting fun, games, and skills for life in short, weekly sessions called “Dreys,” helping them develop confidence, friendships, and essential abilities before moving to Beavers at age six. They learn through outdoor activities, stories, and earning badges, focusing on personal growth and a simple promise, with red neckerchiefs and jumpers.
When you join Squirrels, you’ll be introduced to lots of new activities, people, and things. Here’s everything you need to know.
Completing awards challenges you to do more, learn more, and be more. See what’s on offer and start your journey to the top.
Become an expert in something you love, or try something shiny and new. From athletics and astronomy to photography and pioneering, there’s something for everyone.
As a values-based movement, we all make the ‘The Promise’ an oath that helps us to be our best, This is slightly different depending on your faiths and beliefs. Find your version below.
Eventually, it’ll be time to say goodbye to Squirrels and explore your next big adventure with Beavers.
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!
All of our leaders are trained volunteers, working to make sure Scouting is safe, inclusive and accessible. Some lead the Colony week in and week out. Others visit occasionally to help run a session or drop in to share their skills. No matter how much time you have to spare, find out about volunteering on your own terms.
Please use this form to contact a member of Gosport Scouts. Please be aware we are volunteers but endeavor to get back to you as soon as possible.