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How to Join 3rd West Bridgford (Friary) Scouts...

Due to our popularity, membership requests and the waiting lists for the Scout Troops in West Bridgford are centrally managed by Rushcliffe District Scouts. 
For young person's membership and adult volunteering, please contact them using this link.
Membership - Rushcliffe Scouts

As an Adult, how Can I Help? FAQs

  • Do I really have the skills you need?

    You don’t have to be an adventurer like Bear Grylls , our Chief Scout, to get involved with Scouting. Do you have first aid knowledge? Are you good with numbers? Handy in the kitchen? Or are you a DIY whizz? We all have useful skills and you can volunteer and help in many ways.

  • What if I don't have much spare time?

    Volunteering with us is easy, fun and flexible – how much time you give is completely up to you. Whether you help out once a fortnight, month or term or just at special events or camps, there is bound to be a role you can play, and no matter how you get involved, we'll make sure you're properly trained and supported.

  • What will I get from volunteering?

    As well as gaining externally recognised skills and having a brilliant time, Scouting also offers the chance to build on personal skills, like teamwork, confidence and leadership. A study found that over 90% of our volunteers believe that the skills and experiences they have gained through Scouting have been of relevance to their working or personal lives. You could also join Scout Active Support unit that gives support to whole district on occasion as needed.

  • My child is a member - Can I help?

    The short answer is yes. Many of our helpers and leaders are parents of our youth members because they’ve seen firsthand how Scouting benefits young people and want to give something back. It’s also a chance to spend more time with your children and learn new skills. Speak to your child’s leader to discuss how you might become involved.