Squirrels

About the Squirrel Section

The Squirrel Section is unique to Northern Ireland and became affiliated to Northern Ireland Scout Council in January 2009.
Squirrels are for boys and girls aged from 4-6 years old and it is recommended you get your child’s name down well in advance ideally at their 3rd Birthday.
The Drey is led by a Squirrel Scout Leader (SSL) assisted by one or more Assistant Squirrel Scout Leaders (ASSL) and one or more helpers.
Your drey’s Parent Representative will be glad to receive any feedback on any aspect of the group which will be discussed at the leaders’ monthly meetings.

Aims of the Squirrel Programme
The Squirrels motto is FUN & FRIENDS.
This is achieved through a balanced program which includes some of the following:
•Learning About Yourself
•Getting to Know Other People
•Discovering Creativity and Practical Skills
•Playing Games and having Fun

The Uniform
•Group Logo Navy Sweatshirt
•Navy Scout Activity Shorts
•Group Logo Polo Shirt
•Dark Grey Knee Socks
•Group Scarf and Woggle (awarded at investiture)
•Optional group tracksuit bottoms and group waterproof coat

All uniform items should be obtained through the group ORDER FORM HERE

The Investiture

This event usually takes place after your child has been with the drey for several weeks. The Squirrel leader or one of their deputies will be present at the normal weekly meeting and will ask your son/daughter to repeat the words of the promise after them. Your new Squirrel Scout will then be presented with their Group Scarf & Woggle which they must wear throughout their time in the Group.  This is an important occasion and parents are invited to attend.

Moving Up to Beavers
Your son / daughter will be eligible to move on to Beavers when s/he is approximately 6 years old (min age 5 ¾) and will move up in September or January.