What Scouts Do!

Scouts Australia is an accredited member of the World Organisation of the Scout Movement (WOSM), which has over 57 million members in 173 National Scout Organisations around the world. It is the largest youth development organisation in Australia. No other organisation offers such a diverse range of activities for young people across such a wide range of ages. Scouts Australia is open to young people aged 5 to 25, and to enthusiastic and committed adult volunteers 18+ who want to share the adventure!

What Scouts do!

Have you heard the expression “The Sky’s the limit!”.  This really encapsulates what scouting is about. Scouts can participate in a wide range of activities that promote adventure, skill-building, and community engagement.  Youth lead- adult supporting means the youth members choose the activities they want to do. Here is a taste of what you can do in Scouting:

Outdoor & Adventure Activities

  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Rock climbing
  • Canoeing/kayaking
  • Backpacking
  • Orienteering (map & compass navigation)
  • Cycling & mountain biking
  • Caving
  • Zip-lining & ropes courses
  • Fishing

Survival & Outdoor Skills

  • Fire building & cooking
  • Shelter building
  • First aid & emergency preparedness
  • Knot tying & pioneering (building structures with ropes)
  • Wilderness survival
  • Leave No Trace principles!

Environmental & Conservation Activities

  • Tree planting & habitat restoration
  • Recycling & sustainability projects
  • Wildlife observation & conservation
  • Clean-up campaigns (parks, rivers, beaches)
  • Sustainable Development Goals

STEM & Technical Skills

  • Coding & robotics
  • Electronics & engineering projects
  • Astronomy & stargazing
  • Weather tracking
  • Aviation & flight simulation

Community Service & Leadership

  • Volunteering at food banks or shelters
  • Organizing charity drives
  • Assisting veterans & senior citizens
  • Disaster relief support
  • Public speaking & leadership training
  • Participating in ANZAC Day activities

Creative & Cultural Activities

  • Arts & crafts
  • Photography & filmmaking
  • Music & drama
  • Writing & storytelling
  • Cultural exchange programs

Sports & Physical Activities

  • Archery & marksmanship
  • Swimming & lifesaving
  • Martial arts & self-defence
  • Team sports (soccer, basketball, etc.)
  • Snow sports (skiing, snowboarding)
  • Disc Golf
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving & snorkelling

Specialised & Unique Activities

  • Horseback riding
  • Amateur radio (ham radio)
  • Historical re-enactments
  • Visiting museums


Scouting offers something for everyone, encouraging personal growth, teamwork, and fun through hands-on experiences! Scouting provides fun, adventure and learning for everyone involved whether it be youth or adults. 

New to Scouting - No Problem! The beauty of being in the Scouting movement is that you can start at any time between 5 and 25 years old, depending on which section you join. Scouts Australia is open to everyone, and you don’t have to go through every section—you can jump in at any stage!

As an adult you do not have to have any experience to be a scout leader. Eligibility is based on being 18+ and being able to obtain a ‘Working with Children’ Card.  All training is provided free. Adults’ are supported in their role.

If you are interested in getting involved contact Kennedy Region Scouts on

0409 575 295, contact@kennedy.scoutsqld.com.au or scan QR code.

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