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Volunteering at Scouts is changing to help us reach more young people

Volunteering is changing to help us reach more young people

Volunteering is changing at Scouts. Read more

Discover what this means

Games

Look at our list of games, which've been suggested by other Young Leaders

Don't forget your missions

The activities below could be enough to help you to complete your missions, make sure you're recognised for your work.

Complete the missions

Activities without having to move around

Splat!

Get ready to test your reflexes by being the first to shout 'Splat!' in this classic playground game.

 

Prep time: 2 mins | Activity time: 5 mins

Time to splat! >
Simon Says

Put your hands on your head, hop on one leg, pull a silly face - as long as Simon Says!

 

Prep time: 1 min | Activity time: 10 mins

Simon says, you should try this game! >
A young Scout boy is engaging in an activity, wearing a purple jumper and pink and green necker. He is leaning over the table while smiling to help put stickers onto a sheet.

Activities to get people moving

Red light, green light

Get hearts racing with this fast-paced traffic light warm-up game. Who'll be the first to the finish line?

 

Prep time: 5 mins | Activity time: 10 mins

Who'll be first across the finish line? >
Duck, duck, goose

Encourage everyone to get active with this fun, traditional children’s game.

 

Prep time: 5 mins | Activity time: 10 mins

Chase that farmer! >
Capture the keys

Practise your listening skills and try to stay still.

 

Prep time 5 mins | Activity time: 10 mins

It's time to find the sneakiest Squirrel >
Fruit salad

What does it take to be a good leader? Try taking the lead with this berry energetic game.

 

Prep time: 5 mins | Activity time: 10 mins

Time to mix things up! >
Captain's coming

Shall we get warmed up? Aye, aye, Captain!

 

Prep time: 5 mins | Activity time: 10 mins

Let's get active, Captain! >
Two female Scouts in purple hoodies and yellow and black neckers are smiling at the camera. They are doing the Scout sign with their right hand. One has black hair and glasses, while the other has short blonde hair.

Helping young people make a difference

Check out the activities that could help your Squirrels to become superheroes in their local area.

Become a local superhero