Don’t let the kids have all the fun!
When was the last time you did the following: canoeing, sailing, orientated a map, built a raft, flying, gliding, had a sausage sizzle, made models, camped, hiked, tied four knots, sung a song around a campfire?
When your child reaches 18, are you going to ask yourself the question: Where has the time gone, and what have I done with my children? What will be your answer?
Who becomes a leader? The parents of the group. Leaders can be found amongst yourselves, your next door neighbour, in your school, church or kindergarten, your workmates, etc. If you don’t talk about the need for leaders then you will never find one.
How do I do it? It is the parents’ responsibility to find new leaders and help the existing leaders to do their job.
How much time do I need to commit? This depends on the person. The average for an assistant is four to six meetings a month.
How much does it cost? Only your time.
But I don’t know how to do it! A comprehensive training program is available and follow on assistance always available. As far as possible, the Group will assist with paying costs.
Do I need a uniform? Yes. Some groups pay for the first uniform.
What else do I need? To have a love of kids and adventure!
What do I get out of it?
- Lots of fun for you as well as friendship with wonderful people.
- A plan of training which is really a plan of self-development.
- Knowledge and skills dealing with both children and adults which will be invaluable to you for the rest of your life.
- An opportunity to grow up with your children not away from them.
- Immeasurable pleasure from knowing you assisted kids through life.