What is Scouts?
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Who We Are
We are the local Scout Group for the greater Springfield area in Queensland. Made up of Joeys, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers aged from 5 - 18 years old.
Our group also has awesome adult's who volunteer their time as leaders, committee members or parent helpers all to make sure our youth have the best run program possible.
Building reslience and leadership in youth combined with making new friendshiips.
When and where?
Currently our sections all meet on Monday nights at the YMCA Springield Lakes.
(53 Springfield Lakes Blvd, Springfield Lakes QLD 4300)
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Joey Scouts - 6pm to 7pm
Cub Scouts - 6.30pm to 8pm
Scouts - 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Venturer Scouts - 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Our Values
Scouts Australia recognises the following values:
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The importance of individuals developing a sense of personal identity and self-worth which leads to responsibility for oneself and one’s actions as a citizen.
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The belief that young people are able and willing to take responsibility and contribute to society.
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The rights and responsibility of individuals to regulate their own health.
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The importance of adults in providing suitable role models for young people.
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The importance of not exposing young people to harm or exploitation.
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The importance of individuals and the community adopting a lifestyle that allows ecologically sustainable development through preventing environmental overload, environmental degradation and resource depletion.
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The importance of respect for and equity in dealings with all people, irrespective of culture, gender, religion or impairment.
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The importance of mutual support and help between members of a community to maximise the quality of life for all.
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The importance of the development of understanding between individuals as a contribution to peace between nations.
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The importance of gainful employment in contributing to the sense of dignity and self-worth of the individual.
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The importance of harnessing technological innovation to benefit human society.
