2nd Exeter Scouts

𝐁𝐔𝐈𝐋𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐅𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐗𝐄𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐒 ⁣
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Every week, around 200 young people attend 2nd Exeter Scouts. ⁣
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Learn new skills. ⁣
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Go on adventures. ⁣
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Make friends. ⁣
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Grow in confidence. ⁣
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And behind all of this are volunteers helping make it happen. ⁣
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We are proud of what has been achieved, but we also know there is more to do. ⁣
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Today, we have a waiting list of around 𝟏𝟎𝟎 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 wanting to join. ⁣
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We are exploring exciting plans for a 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 to support more children, more activities and a stronger future for local Scouting. ⁣
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To help us build that future, we are looking for a small number of volunteers to join our Trustee team. ⁣
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You do not need previous Scouting experience. ⁣
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You do not need to camp. ⁣
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You do not need to wear a uniform. ⁣
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You simply need a little time and a desire to help young people thrive. ⁣
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Over the coming weeks we will be recruiting three important volunteer opportunities that will help shape the next chapter of 2nd Exeter Scouts. ⁣
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Could you be part of it? ⁣
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4 teams ready to take on the annual challenge of chasing the hare around the Exeter green circle. Who will be victorious?

Dear community member,

For over 100 years, 2nd Exeter Scout Group has been part of the heart of our community, helping young people grow in confidence, kindness and courage. But our future is hanging in the balance.

Today, we’re proud to be one of the largest Scout Groups in Devon, welcoming around 150 young people every week across Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. Behind every campfire, craft table and muddy walk is something special: volunteers who choose to give a little time to make a big difference.

And right now, we’d love some new faces to join us — especially to support our Squirrel and Beaver sections (ages 4–8).

Why volunteer?
Because it’s fun.
Because it brings joy.
Because you get to see the world through the eyes of a young person who is discovering nature, teamwork and confidence for the very first time.

You don’t need experience.
You don’t need to commit every week.
You don’t need to be “Scouty”.

What you do need is:
🟠 A bit of time (even occasionally helps)
🟠 A willingness to join in
🟠 A desire to help young people in Exeter thrive

In return, you’ll gain:
🟢 New skills and confidence
🟢 A stronger connection to your local community
🟢 Laughter, perspective, and memories you didn’t expect
🟢 The quiet pride of knowing you helped shape the next generation

Being a volunteer isn’t about filling a gap; it’s about choosing to be part of something meaningful.
Without a few more volunteers stepping forward, we may be forced to make the heart breaking decision to close some section nights after Easter. This is something we desperately want to avoid. The good news? It doesn’t take many people to make a huge difference.

If you’re curious, interested, or even just thinking “maybe”:
👉 Comment below
👉 Message us directly
👉 Or simply share this post — it really helps

Most people say they’d volunteer if they were asked.

This is us asking.
Could you be the person who helps keep Scouting thriving at 2nd Exeter?