Every Wednesday evening, around 20 junior scouts meet for a weekly session that builds on the skills they learned as mini-scouts. Newcomers are welcome, even without any previous scouting experience, and they pick things up quickly alongside the group.
In the patrol, the scouts work like explorers, using map and compass to make their own adventures in the woods rather than simply following trails. Projects include building hideouts and camps from poles and lashings, learning to use tools safely, and earning their own axe certificate. The emphasis is on learning by doing, with leaders on hand for tips and help.
