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Feeder Groups - The truth
What is a Feeder Group? As part of the Explorer Scout programme it is required that link events are completed with Scout Groups from the district. To make sure all the groups are covered a selection of groups where chosen for each unit to link too. As well as the link events it is expected that Explore Scout leaders from time to time visit groups to assist with the Moving on process. To make this more manageable we needed each unit to look over several groups within it's area. Which Unit looks after my Group? Good Question. Originally when Explorer Scouts were started to ensure that the units grew Units were given Feeder Groups. Explorer Scout Leaders came and visited Troop nights but now time has moved on we still come down and run the nights but its now more on an ad-hoc basis and we also try and tailor which unit comes to you best on an initial leader meeting with the DESC. However if you feel that you are missing out then please contact us direct - there are more of you than us! Do my Scouts have to attend the selected Unit? Another common question. Easy answer is no. A Scout can attend any unit that they want to, they can attend all the meetings each week if they want (and some do!!!). Can my Scouts change Unit if they don't like it? Of course, it's just the same if a Beaver, Cub or Scout is in a Group that they are not happy with. At the end of the day the exercise is to keep hold off members, not drive them away! I have never seen an Explore Scout Leader down at my Group! If this is true then please contact Stan Rimmer. His details are on the Contact Us page. I've heard of these partnership agreements and want to know why we do not have them! The Explorer Scout leaders felt that drawing up contracts was not true "Scouting" and felt that abiding by the Scout Law and promise as we all do was a stronger bind. I have a question that was not answered by these shown above. What do the Explorer Scout Leaders plan to do about it? Easy enough, just contact us. We are a highly motivated team, and are all capable of answering your questions and queries. If you want a visit again get in touch, we would only be to happy to come down and see your group. Get in touch with either Stan or a specific leader through the Contact Us section
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