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Explorers – 14 to 18 years

Try more. See more. Do more. At Explorers you'll get the chance to dream big, find your place in the world and make memories to last a lifetime.

Being an Explorer

When you join Explorers, you’ll be introduced to lots of new activities, people and things.

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Awards

Explorers start small but think big, always challenging themselves to do more and be more. It all starts with an award.

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Activity and Staged Badges

Master something you love, or try something shiny and new. If it spurs you on or stirs your interest, we’ve probably got a badge for it.

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Explorer Scout Young Leaders' Scheme

ESYLs are Explorer Scouts who volunteer alongside our adult volunteers in a Squirrel Drey, Beaver Colony, Cub Pack or Scout Troop.

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Moving up to Network

Eventually, it’ll be time embrace your next big adventure. 

Find out about Network >
Scouts and employability

How to tell others about the skills you’ve learned through Scouts, Explorers, and Network.

Read our tips and advice >