INFO 2013 - Scouts Victoria

JOEY SCOUT SECTIONProvided by Lyn Rickerby, BC Joey ScoutsThe Joey Scout Section is a training section that provides an educational program in a Scouting and FUN atmosphere. To develop a sense of sharing To develop a sense of personal identity through exploration of surroundings and nature To develop a sense of belonging To develop a spiritual awareness To develop a sense of responsibility for one’s self and one’s actionsAge Range for Joey ScoutsThe age for Joey Scouts is 6 and 7 years. The Joey Scout should Link to Cub Scouts while 7 years of age depending on the social,intellectual and physical development of the individual Joey Scout. Joey Scouts should also Link with a Buddy. Linking to be coordinatedby Group Council. The trial of 5 year old Joey Scouts that commenced in 2011 will continue in 2013 with ‘host’ Mobsapproved by their ARC(JS) – ideally Mobs with a strong Leadership team, one of whom is Wood- badged in the Joey ScoutSection, has a working Parent Roster and a Youth Helper.Leader RatioThe Leader/Adult Ratio (with at least two appointed Leaders) is (NB: common sense should prevail, 1 – 1 maybe appropriate): in the Hall 5 – 1 Sleep overs 4 – 1 Outdoor activities 4 – 1 Water Activities 2 – 1Joey Scout UniformThe Navy Blue shirt with Tan Shoulder panel, Group Scarf and a Woggle. The Joey Scout receives all relevant badges and tapeson investiture and these are placed on the uniform in accordance with National Policy. Only approved badges and tapes may beworn on the uniform .No Activity or Event badge may be placed on the uniform unless approved by the Chief Commissioner.Parent RosterThe use of the Parent Roster in the Joey Scout Section is mandatory; there are great benefits to be gained from incorporatingparents, care givers, grandparents or a family representative – minimum age of 15 years, into the weekly Mob Meeting. The family representative rostered on is there to assist and support the Leadership Team. They are not to be in charge of Joey Scouts. There is no requirement for a police clearance, as they will only be in attendance once per term. These parents should be registered as Rostered Parents on Extranet.Activity Dates 2013: April 13 th – HOP around the City – Branch Event July 27 th – Lerderderg - Promise Challenge Presentation September 15 th – Bays - Joey Scout Day November 17 th - Joey Scout Zoo Day – Branch EventNovember 17 th – Lerderderg - All Sections Region CampNovember 24 th – Eastern Region HOP, Birmingham ParkActivity Dates 2014:November 2014 - Joey Scout Leaders’ ConferenceFOUR BADGES FOR JOEY SCOUTS - gained by participation, with details on MyScout: EnvironmentChallenge; Care and Share Activity; Buddy Scout Badge; Adventure Challenge.Requirements for All Challenge and Participation Badges are on the Joey Scout Leader Site - www.vicscouts.asn.au.THE PROMISE CHALLENGEThe Top Award for a Joey Scout - designed to challenge the individual Joey Scout. This challenge is workedon individually by the Joey Scout. The Promise Challenge is not to be incorporated into the Mob program.The badge is approved by the Joey Scout Leader and obtained from the Victorian Scout Centre. The aim ofthis challenge is to allow older Joey Scouts to gain a greater understanding of the Promise and Law and tolearn about our founder, Lord Robert Baden-Powell and the history of Scouting.WANDARRAHA meeting held at District, Region and Branch levels, which incorporates a training element.It is a requirement that all Joey Scout Leaders attend Wandarrahs.JOEY SCOUT SLEEP-OVER POLICYAim:Qualifications:To extend the opportunities and experience of the Joey Scouts. The Sleep-Over will support the ScoutingAims and Principles - to encourage the physical, emotional, social, spiritual and intellectual development ofthe Joey Scout and allow them to learn through doing.Leader in Charge of the Sleep-Over to have completed the Joey Scout Advanced Outdoor Activities Course.54