Joeys Scouts

Joeys is for girls and boys aged 5 (if attending school) up to 8 years old. At age 8, they commence linking up with the Cubs section.

Our Joey Unit meets on Thursdays from 6 pm to 7 pm during school terms.

Our aims for the Joey Mob are:

• To have fun in a safe and structured environment;
• To be introduced to the world of Scouting and learn about where it all began;
• To begin to develop a sense of belonging to a structured social group outside school and sport.

Typical

Activities

Joeys are the young ones of the Scouting family, and, as such, they are looked after as one would expect. They start being recognised for their achievements through a badge award system that they progress through while they are in Joeys and continue through the older Sections.

As 5-year-olds, they are encouraged to aim for their Milestone 1 Badge, which they receive after completing a series of exercises and activities that develop their skills in Scouting life and beyond. These will include (but not be limited to) things like cleanliness, home and road safety, Scouting and self-expression. At ages 6 and 7, they will be encouraged to complete Milestone 2, followed by Milestone 3, which builds on the themes learned in Milestone 1 but at a more advanced level.

Joey Scouts are also encouraged to pursue their special interests in the four Challenge Areas:

• "Community", with events like Commemoration of Anzac, visits to aged care facilities, and special service organisations like SES;
• "Outdoors", taking advantage of local parks and bushland, and opportunities to share weekends away;
• "Creative", including art, craft, drama and musical pursuits;
• "Personal Growth", including health, well-being, resilience and spiritual development.

Over the past few years, several 1st East Ryde Joey Scouts have achieved the ultimate award for Joeys, the "Promise Challenge," which recognises the ability to set goals, organise activities, and provide leadership.

At 1st East Ryde, our adult leaders encourage and support Joey Scouts to lead, assist and participate in our weekly meetings and activities.