The Scout Network is for 18 to 25 year olds who wish to continue their personal development through Scouting. There are many different activities and awards available to Scout Network members.
Scout Network members can also continue to carry out other roles in Scouting, for example they could be:
- a Leader with another Section
- a Helper or Skills Instructor
- a member of the Scout Fellowship
- a member in another capacity
Local Networks are based at District level; some may be focused around a specific activity or location such a Gang Show, an Activity Centre, climbing or canoeing.
Scout Network programmes reflect the huge variation in Members' interests. Some local Networks have activities that concentrate on one area of the programme, whilst others will have a wider focus. One of the key elements is the opportunity to get away, either under canvas or in other accommodation.
What do members of the Scout Network do?
There are many different ways to be a member of the Scout Network. You don't have to stick with one group of members and you can join in with as much or as little as you like. Many changes may take place during your life in the Scout Network. You may go away to university or college, you may start new jobs and you may get married and have children. Whatever happens, you should still be able to enjoy Scouting because you can do the activities you want to do.
Being a member of the Scout Network
As a member of the Scout Network, you will be able to decide, along with the rest of the Network and leader, what you want to do - whether it's powerboating, socialising, hiking or enjoying a trip abroad. Some Networks could hold their meetings in a hall, at someone's house or even up a mountain!
You will be able to gain awards such as the Chief Scout's Diamond, Explorer Belt, Duke of Edinburgh Award and National Governing Body (NGB) awards. The highest award you can earn is the Queen's Scout Award. This is recognised by many employers as the sign of someone who is enthusiastic, dedicated and reliable.
Useful links:
- Network pages on The Scout Association UK's website.
- Network pages on ScoutBase UK.
- The Scottish Scout Network website.
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Application form for District Scout Network Leader (DSNL) training course at Tulliallan Police College, 4th - 5th April.- GAPP_application_form.doc Size : 101888 Bytes
Application form for the Global Awareness Partnership Project (GAPP) weekend at Douglaswood Scout Centre near Dundee, 6th - 8th March 2009 - GAPP_Info.doc Size : 73216 Bytes
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Information and application form (word document) for the Network Hub Camp, to be held at Nethy House, Nethy Bridge from Friday 27th February - Sunday 1st March. 
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Flyer for Scottish Scout Network photo competition. - Position_of_Scout _Network_Badges_and_Awards.pdf Size : 360438 Bytes
Diagram showing correct position of Badges and Awards on Scottish Scout Network Uniform. - Setting_up_a_District_Scout_Network.pdf Size : 496138 Bytes
A guidance document to help with the setting up of a District Scout Network. - Stepping_up_to_the_Challenge.pdf Size : 295945 Bytes
An Action Plan to help with the setting up of a District Scout Network. - Zodiac_Plus_Award_Booklet.pdf Size : 553977 Bytes
Booklet containing information about the Zodiac Plus Award challenges, rules and requirements.