COVID 19 NEWS UPDATE
We are now currently looking at ways to reintroduce face to face scouting following easing of Lockdown restriction in Scotland. Please be patient with us whilst we put into place the required measures to help protect the Scouts, Leaders and families of all at 11th Greenock & District Scout Group. If you have any questions, please get in touch by email by clicking here
Experience 11th Greenock (1st Bute) Scout Group
What We Do
As Scouts, we believe in preparing young people with skills for life.
The 11th Greenock and District (1st Bute) Scout Group was re-established on the Isle of Bute in 2017. Our Scout Group currently consists of three sections; Beavers, Cubs and Scouts which meet at the Bute Scout Hut located at Port Bannatyne on a weekly basis excluding school holidays.
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We encourage young people to do more, learn more and be more.
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Young people in the Scouts take part in an exciting programme of activities from kayaking to coding. They develop character skills like resilience, initiative and tenacity; employability skills such as leadership, teamwork and problem solving; and practical skills like cooking and first aid. And research proves it really works. A 2018 report says Scouts are 17% more likely to show leadership skills and work well in teams. They’re a third more likely to support their communities too.
Beaver Scouts - 6 to 8 years old
Monday 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Beaver Scouts are our youngest members. They meet weekly to take part in a wide range of activities including games, crafts, singing, visits and good turns, along with plenty of outdoor activities.
They will also have the opportunity to take part in the fun and excitement of camps and sleepovers. It may be the first time they spend a night away from home so it’s a real adventure for them.
Cub Scouts - 8 to 10½ years old
Thursday 6.30pm - 8.00pm
A Cub Scout Pack can have up to 36 Cub Scouts and is split into smaller groups called Sixes. Cubs take part in a wide range of activities designed to be interesting and challenging. A Cub Scout meeting consists of games and activities with plenty of time spent outdoors.
Camps and holidays are some of the most memorable events of the year for Cubs.
Scouts - 10½ to 14 years old
Wednesday 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Each Scout Troop consists of small units of six to eight Scouts called a Patrol, usually led by a Patrol Leader. Outdoor activities feature prominently, with the highlight being camping. Throughout the year, Scouts learn various skills, such as map reading, camp cooking and first aid in preparation for camp.
Rock climbing, potholing, gliding, photography and international experiences are just some of the things they get up to.
Volunteer today!
Whether you can spare an hour a month or a day a year, we have both behind the scenes and directly supporting young people. With full support and award winning training, you can volunteer on a flexible basis. Not only is it incredibly rewarding and great fun, you’ll learn some brilliant skills transferable to the workplace too. We welcome volunteers from every community and background. You don’t need to have been a Scout. You just need to believe in a more positive future and the difference we can make together.
News and Updates
Scouts on the Isle of Bute
Scouting has returned to Bute. The 11th Greenock and District (1st Bute) Scout Group has returned to Bute with opportunities for boys and girls to take part in various activities to teach and develop their skills for life.
The group is now looking for new members and support from adult volunteers.
Contact Us
Interested in getting involved with 11th Greenock (1st Bute) Scout Group and discovering more about our work? Contact us today and see what we have to offer!
11th Greenock Scout Group Hall, Port Bannatyne, Isle of Bute, PA20 0LT
