Beaver Scouts are young people usually aged between six and eight years old.

They belong to the first and youngest Section in the Scouting family. Young people can join Beaver Scouts in the three months leading up to their sixth birthday. They can move to the next Section, Cub Scouts, between eight and eight years six months.

Beavers are usually mixed Colonies, for 6 – 8 year olds and generally meet one evening per week during term time, usually at local HQ’s. Some specialist venues are occasionally used and prior notice is always given.

Beaver numbers are limited and whilst Colonies are inevitably full, there can be a waiting list.