Students and young adults in Young and surrounding areas are being encouraged to embrace the spirit of adventure and community by signing-up to the Young branch of Scouts Australia.
Following a recent visit to the newly refurbished Scout Hall, Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke said Scouts is open to anyone aged 5 to 25, who can join either the Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturer Scouts, or Rover Scouts.
“Scout numbers in Young unfortunately dropped-off during Covid, but now that the renovations have been completed at the hall, the local chapter is ready to ramp-up their activities in the New Year, so I encourage anyone who is perhaps looking for a new challenge or something fun to do, to learn more about the activities on offer,” Ms Cooke said.
Ms Cooke said joining the Scouts can help foster leadership skills, teamwork, and resilience in young people.
“Scouting is often thought of as focused solely on outdoor activities, but it’s also a great foundation for developing leadership and other life skills, as well as creating lifelong friendships,” Ms Cooke said.
Ms Cooke was given a tour inside the newly refurbished hall – made possible thanks to a $160,000 grant from the previous NSW Coalition Government – by 1st Young Scout group leader Corey McIntyre.
“The hall not only has a new roof, but the inside has been completely transformed with new flooring, a new ceiling, and a new kitchenette; it’s very impressive, and such a welcoming environment for young people to come and spend time with friends,” Ms Cooke said.
“There’s also opportunities for adults to become a Scout volunteer, so to all the adventurers out there, I encourage you to give Corey a call; he’ll tell you all about how to join in the fun, and activities, and at the same time, make some lifelong friendships,” she said.
Prospective Scouts and their families who would like to learn more can phone Corey McIntyre: 0422 015 842, or get in touch with the Young Electorate Office (02) 6382 2399.
Photograph caption: Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke met with 1st Young Scout group leader Corey McIntyre recently to learn more about the activities planned at the Young Scout Hall for 2024.
