Scouts Australia NT Branch

The Northern Territory has 12 active Scout Groups This includes 2 Rover Crews, a support office and a local campsite. Below are the age ranges of the sections within Scouts and contact details and information regarding these institutions: Joey Scouts (age 6 – 7.5) Joeys introduces boys and girls to the world of friendship, problem-solving and adventure through stories, games and craft activities. Cub Scouts (age 7.5 – 10.5) Cub Scouts learn new skills while spending weekends camping and learning bushcraft. They collect special badges to demonstrate their skills and achievements. Scouts (age 10.5 – 14.5) Scouts allows boys and girls to develop their confidence and learn to work as part of a team. Scouts learn essential outdoor safety skills as well as participate in a variety of physical and intellectual activities. Venturer Scouts (age 14.5 – 17.5) Venturer Scouts is built around a do-it-yourself program of fun and adventure. Venturers run their own Venturer Unit (with adult guidance) and get involved in outdoor activities, writing, performing and community service initiatives. Rovers (age 17.5 – 26) Rovers is a mix of social and physical activities where ‘Crews’ are involved in planning and running their own programs. This allows them to develop their personal abilities while also making lifelong friends.