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Session summary
This session is all about getting to know each other and learning about what it means to be a Beaver Scout.
Safety message
Always complete a register at the start of the meeting to record who is present.
Always remember to risk assess and plan for free time, even if it's just the first five minutes of the meeting.
Check the space is for hazards, keep the exits clear, and know the location of the nearest first aid kits.
Activities
Opening a Beaver meeting
This is just one way to start off your meetings with a friendly fun greeting.
- Meets
- Requirement 1.a
- Requirement 1.c
- Meets
- Requirement 2
Friend finding mission
Get to know people better and make new friends in this fast-paced game.
- Meets
- Requirement 1.b
Tell an interactive Scouts story
Learn about the history of Scouts in this fast-paced circle game.
- Meets
- Requirement 2.e
Make a nature World Membership Badge
Make your own Scout World Membership Badge out of natural materials, then learn about its parts.
- Meets
- Requirement 2.e
- Meets
- Requirement 1
Closing a Beaver meeting
This is just one way to finish your meetings with a friendly farewell.
- Meets
- Requirement 1.c
Preparation
Equipment
- A copy of 'The story of Scouts'
- Natural materials (for example, leaves, twigs, feathers)
Resources
The story of Scouts
PDF - 87.5KBThe Scout emblem
PDF - 183.9KBSession notes
The focus of this session is getting to know each other and learning about what it means to be a Beaver Scout. Team games themed around Scout facts and practices are a great way to do this.
If your plans change or you have time to fill, try one of these short games.
Session summary
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