BEAVERS
Fun for boys and girls ages 6 and 7
Beavers are boys and girls aged 6 and 7 who meet together to have fun, make friends and learn things. To find out more about Beavers see: Beavers Scouts (Scotland). For information about the programme for Beavers, see the Scouts UK page: Beavers.
See News about Beavers in our Region.
Joining Beavers
To find a Beaver colony near you, use our “Join Scouting!” link.
Parents and Carers
We encourage all parents and carers to take an active interest in what is going on with all sections, including Explorers. If you would like to help see our information for adult volunteers.
FAQ for sections
Where do I buy the uniform/necker?
You should check with your section leader what you need and where to get it. Some sections arrange to sell uniform items directly to their members. Otherwise, if you are buying the uniform yourself, you can buy from the Midlothian District Scout Shop . Alternatively,...
Where do the badges go on the uniform?
The placement of badges on uniform varies between sections. The PDF diagrams below should help. Beavers Cubs Scouts Explorer Scouts Network Adult Leaders
Is there a waiting list at my local Group?
Waiting lists vary from location to location. Please go to: Scouts UK website "Get involved!". Enter your postcode first, click "go", click "Yes, contact me", fill in your details and finally click "send". This information will be sent to a Scout contact in our Region...
What are the age limits for Scouts?
Please go to the section information pages: Beavers Cubs Scouts Explorer Scouts Network
What does Scouting cost?
Prices vary from location to location. The usual practice is to collect this through a termly subscription with additional costs for activities, events, trips and camps. Speak with the local section leader to find out specific costs.
Badges
Badge support blogs for all sections on the Scouts UK website Continue Reading Badges
Scout Campsite Directories
The Scottish Campsite Directory has been updated (April 2018) and is a useful resource. The UK directory, which lists some Scottish sites, is also available at UK Scout Campsite Directory .
Scout Group helps school
The Comely Bank Scout Group (122nd Craigalmond) volunteered twice in 2017 to help improve the school playground at Flora Stevenson Primary School, in collaboration with the school’s Parent Council. Over 50 of our Young People across all sections – Beavers,...
Lauderdale Scouts for Doddie Weir
Doddie Weir isn’t just a hero to rugby fans all the way from Carter Bar up to John o’Groats. The rugby legend also holds a special place in the hearts of all associated with Lauderdale Scout Group as without the former Scotland international’s help, it...
Beavers at City Chambers
Not many people get to spend the night in the place where most of the important decisions affecting Edinburgh are made but one lucky Beaver Colony in South East Region was able to do just that when a group of Beavers from the 102nd Craigalmond Colony held...
Midlothian Beavers mighty hike
Midlothian District Beavers recently held a district hike to allow the Beavers to gain an additional hike and an opportunity to explore a country park, adventure playground and an ancient castle! Beavers from three Colonies hiked almost five miles on a...
Garden of Remembrance – Annual Opening
The Annual Opening Ceremony of the Edinburgh Garden of Remembrance will take place at the Scott Monument, Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh on Monday 30 October 2017. In past years this has proved to be a special service. If attending individuals are asked to arrive...
Newtongrange Beavers Go Camping
Almost 40 Beavers from Newtongrange have just returned from a very muddy weekend camp Netherurd Campsite. Despite the rain and mud, the Beavers took part in a packed programme culminating in 30 Beavers camping overnight on Saturday. All the Beavers took part in either...
Busy in Kelso
Elizabeth McIntosh, Group Scout Leader in Kelso, updates us on what's been going on in the group over the past few weeks. The group enjoyed a visit from two Candian Scouters who were visiting the Borders on holiday. They came along to a joint meeting of the Cubs and...
Youth Involvement Visits
With YouShape month in February this year, our ARCs for Youth Involvement are keen to visit Groups and Units. Adam and Martin are looking to visit Groups and Units across the Region to see what exciting Youth Involvement activities are going on and to help support...