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Venturers

 

🌍 Venturer Scouts (Ages 14–18) at North St Ives

Venturer Scouts is the fourth youth section of Scouts Australia, designed for young people aged 14 turning 15 to 18. The program emphasizes independence, leadership, personal challenge, and community involvement. As a Venturer Scout, you’ll experience a "do-it-yourself mix" of fun, adventure, and purposeful goals, while working closely with like-minded peers under supportive adult guidance.

Venturers manage their own Unit Council, plan activities, develop skills, and pursue achievements through the Achievement Pathways—including Milestones, Special Interest Areas (SIAs), and Outdoor Adventure Skills (OAS). The ultimate recognition is the Queen’s Scout Award, a highly regarded leadership and service accolade.


📅 Join us on Thursday Nights

North St Ives Venturers meet:
🕡 Thursdays from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm during school term
📍 Warrimoo Oval Scout Hall, St Ives NSW


🎯 Our Venturer Program at North St Ives

Venturers at NSI take on real responsibility and lead enriching adventures. Core programming includes:

  • Project planning & execution – managing ventures or service projects

  • Volunteering & community service – supporting NSI and local events

  • Camping and overnight expeditions

  • Bushwalking and longer hikes

  • Organising events for younger sections – planning and running activities for Joeys, Cubs & Scouts

These experiences support personal growth, leadership, and community awareness.


🏅 Achievement & Leadership Opportunities

  • Participate in Milestone, SIA, and OAS badge activities

  • Work toward the Queen’s Scout Award, including leadership, service projects, and multi-day expeditions 

  • Take on roles in the Unit Council, such as Chair, Secretary, or Project Lead

  • Represent NSI at state and national Venturer events, camps, and competitions

Many Venturers leverage these experiences to build confidence, resilience, and valuable life skills. The Queen’s Scout Award is also recognized by universities and employers for its rigor and leadership emphasis.


🤝 Why Join Venturers at North St Ives?

  • Be part of a peer-led, mature group that takes ownership of its program

  • Lead and deliver activities for younger sections like Joeys, Cubs, and Scouts

  • Engage with real-world project management, planning and teamwork

  • Connect with community through service and local events


✅ How to Join Venturers at NSI

  1. Visit a Thursday Scouts meeting to see the program in action.

  2. Submit our online enquiry form.

  3. Register via ScoutHub, with a 6-week trial period before becoming a full member

For more information or to register interest, visit our registration page or contact our Group Registrar.