What is it?
The Young Leaders’ Scheme is just one of the exciting programme elements in the Explorer Scout section. All leaders in the Beaver Scout, Cub Scout and Scout Section who are between the ages of 14 and 18 must be members of a Young Leaders Unit. They are Explorer Scouts who choose to devote a large proportion of their time in Scouting to service in another section.
The Young Leaders’ Scheme helps Explorer Scouts to develop and grow as individuals. It allows them to make a valuable contribution to their community and give service to others. The scheme also helps them fulfil the service elements of their awards.
Module A Badge
Module A Badge [the badge above] is awarded after the completion of Module A – Prepare for Take Off of the Young Leaders’ Scheme. This Module is the only compulsory Module and MUST be completed by ALL Young Leaders within 3 months of signing up to the Young Leaders’ Scheme.
Missions
There are 4 missions to achieve after completing the Young Leader training. Each of the missions involve various tasks for the Young Leader to complete at the section they help at. On completion of each of the Missions, the Young Leader is presented with a Mission Badge. This badge fits round each of the four sides of the Module A Badge.
Young Leader Belt
The Young leader belt is awarded after all of the 4 missions have been completed. It’s a challenge but good fun!
Below is a list of the Young Leaders names, units & date that they recieved the YL Belt:
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Jessica [21st Century Explorers - Jan 09]
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Oliver [Northstar Explorers - Mar 09]
Want more info?
If you would like any more information on the Young Leader Training scheme, please don’t hesitate to e-mail the DESC desc@staffordexplorers.org.uk