Scouting is a non political, educational movement for young people, open to all who are prepared to accept and live the Scout Promise and Law. It is the largest youth movement in the world with an estimated 25 million members in over 150 countries. The purpose of Scouting is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full spiritual, intellectual, physical, social and cultural potential as individuals, as citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.

To a young person Scouting is fun, games, camping, activities, the mountains, the sea, out of doors achievement, badges and being part of a group.