Explorer Scouts are learning skills for life
Explorer Scouts are learning valuable life skills at the Norman Explorer Unit, based in Louth.
The young people aged 14 to 17 have learnt about wiring, soldering and making a light display.
Early in the new year they are going to learn about plumbing. They have also been making coracles, doing some coppicing, caving and using trangiers to cook meals on.
They have helped clean up the beach and got involved with a wildflowers project and also provided a team to cook at a recent Beaver Scout fun day for six to eight-year-olds.
Plans for 2026 include a cooking event, climbing, participation in the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme and a visit to London where their base will be the Lord Amory ship based in Canary Wharf and attending Poacher International camp.
Volunteer Guy Williams said: “We’ve had several young people join the unit who have never been involved in Scouts before, as their friends have told them about the activities we do and the fun they have. We’re looking forward to some Scouts from local groups joining us in January.”
Guy added: “Scouting provides over 250 activities and there is something for everyone. Young people can also learn and develop skills such as communication, independence, leadership, problem solving, social skills and teamwork, and these will help with applications for apprenticeships, college, employment and university.”
The Unit meets on a Saturday from 10am to noon. If you want to know more about the unit, email Guy on [email protected]