Chief Scout congratulates Harrogate volunteers for successful troop launch
Chief Scout Dwayne Fields has congratulated volunteers at 14th Harrogate Scout Group on the successful launch of their new Scout Troop.
The troop, for local young people aged 10.5 to 13, aims to inspire its young members to master new skills, make new friends and take on brand new adventures they wouldn’t get to do in school!
Dwayne said, “I’m incredibly proud that Scouts is helping so many young people in Harrogate gain skills for life.
Since opening in October, the 14th Harrogate Scouts have gone from strength to strength. They’ve recruited some fantastic volunteers, engaged local families and members of the community. Most importantly, they’ve created some incredible opportunities for fun, adventure and friendship for young people who live locally.
It’s vital our young people get the encouragement and support they deserve to help them find their place in the world and become the active citizens of the future. I remember as a nine-year-old Cub Scout joining my local group. It meant so much having leaders who believed in me. It gave me the confidence to step up and begin a lifetime of adventure that’s taken me across continents.
If people in Harrogate thinking of volunteering on flexible basis, then we would love to welcome you to the Scouts family too. You’ll make new friends, use your skills and learn new ones. Everyone’s welcome here – all genders, faith (including no faith) and backgrounds.
A huge thank you and well done to the whole team at 14th Harrogate Scouts. You’re making all the difference to young people’s lives.
Keep up the great work”.
To find your nearest Scout Group visit: https://www.scouts.org.uk/groups/