Blackpool Explorer Scouts

Module G – Programme Plans

Module G Objectives

To be able to explain the purpose and method of Scouting.

To be able to explain how the Child Protection applies to you.

To understand the concept of a Balanced Programme in running weekly sectional meetings.

Be able to identify each of the three young sections’ Programme Zones.

Be able to explore different methods that can be used to deliver activities from the different Programme Zones.

Be able to demonstrate how to plan a meeting based on a particular Programme Zone.

So what is a programme?

“A Balanced Programme is one which allows young people to experience a wide range of subjects through a number of Programme Zones.”

Scout Programme MethodsActivities outdoors Games Design and creativity Visits and visitors Service Technology and new skills Team-building activities Activities with others Themes Prayer, worship and reflection

What do you and your sections like and need within the Balanced Programme to get the most from Scouting?

Six rules of a good programme

Relevant and attractive

Easy to understand and operate

Progressive and accessible

Appealing to a wide range of young people

Meaningful and fulfilling

Safe and enjoyable.

Above all though, the programme should be fun!

Where do the activities you suggested fit in to each sections Programme Zones?

Beavers Programme Zones

Beliefs and AttitudesCommunityFitnessCreativeGlobalOutdoor and Adventure

Cubs Programme Zones

Beliefs and AttitudesCommunityFitnessCreativeGlobalOutdoor and Adventure

Scouts Programme Zones

Beliefs and AttitudesCommunityFit for LifeCreative ExpressionGlobalOutdoor and Adventure

Explorer Scouts Zones

Network Zones

Community International Skills and Development

How would you do it?

Split into pairs and brainstorm different ways in which you might deliver activities in your programme.

What did you come up with?

Did you get all these?

How to deliver the programme – tools of the trade

Games

Visits

Activities indoor and outdoor

Crafts

Songs

Stories

Themes

Now it’s your turn!

Plan a programme for your section.

In sectional groups, come up with ideas for programme items the members in your section would enjoy.

Using the Programme Zone headings, list the ideas under the correct heading.

For each activity, think of a method to deliver that activity.

Plan 2 or 3 evening programmes using the activities identified making sure you use an activity from each Programme Zone.

So what have you got?!

Module G Objectives – Have we achieved them?

To be able to explain the purpose and method of Scouting.

To be able to explain how the Child Protection applies to you.

To understand the concept of a Balanced Programme in running weekly sectional meetings.

Be able to identify each of the three young sections’ Programme Zones.

Be able to explore different methods that can be used to deliver activities from the different Programme Zones.

Be able to demonstrate how to plan a meeting based on a particular Programme Zone.

Say you were bored if you dare!!!

That’s it – Your Done