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Our Scout group provides an adventurous, challenging and fun program for young people. It teaches life skills, leadership and community participation.
1st Vermont has been growing quickly since the end of the pandemic, with 400% increase in numbers in 2022-2023, and continued 140% growth in the 2023-2024 Scout Year. Over the next 3 years, the group is on track to have a record number of members.
Location: 483 – 485 Canterbury Road, Vermont VIC 3133 (near the corner of Mitcham Rd and Canterbury Rd)
Contact Us: Contact Patrick Jackson, Group Leader at gl.1stvermont@scoutsvictoria.com.au
Facebook (Internal): https://www.facebook.com/groups/718013925008794/
Facebook (Public): https://www.facebook.com/1stvermontscouts/
Postal Address: PO Box 9, Vermont VIC 3133
A bit about our Group....
The Scout Group caters for youth aged from 5 to 26:
Age: 5 - 8 years old (& attending school) Enquire to join
Meets: Wednesday 6.00pm and 7.00pm during school term
The Joey Scout theme is 'Help Other People' (HOP). Joey Scouts have names and groups based on Australian animals.
They hop into adventure and fun with a program of games, craft and activities that allows learning, mixing with other children and having a good time. They are taught about sharing, nature and the world around them, having a sense of belonging and are encouraged to be creative.
Age: 8 - 12 years old - Enquire to join
Meets: Tuesday 6:30pm - 8:00pm during school term
The Cub Scout theme is based around The Jungle Book and the leaders have character names from the jungle book.
Cubs play games, learn new skills, discover great places, go camping and experience the great outdoors. They have fun earning achievement badges and meeting new kids.
Age: 11 - 15 years old - Enquire to join
Meets: Thursday 7:00pm - 9:00pm during school term
The Scout section is a bit more adventurous. They accept a challenge and plunge into action, whether it is hiking, abseiling, canoeing or camping out. They plan and create projects, and work in Patrols (teams) and have the opportunity to attend a nationwide camp (Jamboree).
Age: 15 - 18 years old
We're looking at restarting the Venturer Unit at 1st Vermont in 2025.
Please contact us to express your interest in joining in 2025.
Venturers have more responsibility and manage their own unit through a unit council. They can earn their Queens Scout Award and get to make their own plans and follow them through. They make new friendship groups and also work with adults rather than being directed by them which helps their confidence and leadership skills.
Age: 18 - 26 years old
Meets: Mondays - Contact enquiries@ejchittick.com
The E.J. Chittick Rover Crew are colocated at 1st Vermont Scout Group. Rovers are more autonomous when it comes to how they run their activities, and so contact the crew directly via enquiries@ejchittick.com
The Rovers enjoy numerous activities including the Mud-bash, bush walking, hiking, snow skiing and water activities. They make your own decisions through the crew council and attend great events such as Rover Moot's either here or overseas.
Age: 18+ No prior Scouting Experience needed!
We're always looking for new leaders. Find out more about what is involved.
Currently:
Trainee Joey Scout Leaders - 3 are needed to continue operating our Joey Unit into 2025.
Trainee Venturer - 2 are needed to look at facilitating Venturer Unit starting again in 2025.
Trainee Cub & Scout Leaders - Currently we have 2 leaders in each of our Cub & Scout Sections, and would additionally like to have 2-3 new trainee leaders look to join us to accomodate our growing number of Scouts.
Positions are also available to assist running the group via our Group Committee.