Scout Leadership Course Session Activity Notes

Session activity

Rules and Regularions: Research

Time to allocate for this activity

30 minutes

Resources required

O and I Handbook.

Discussion (3 mins)

The presenter will lead a discussion on the types of activity that could be organised and led by a Patrol Leader - this is a re-cap of the sessions on Patrol Activities and Patrol Camps.

All ideas should be accepted to give a full variety of activities.

The task (10 minutes)

Give each Patrol one of the activities that require an authorisation under the Branch Adventurous Activities Policy. Supply them with the necessary forms and instructions to complete the authorisation procedure (i.e. Complete the application/permission form, provide the required details on dates, times, locations, emergency procedures, equipment, leadership, authorisation, etc.).
NOTE: NSW A1 Activity Forms MUST be completed by an adult whenever they are used. Youth members are not permitted to be the Supervising Leader or Activity Co-ordinator. Youth members may be an Activity Leader where their qualification or experience permits, but an adult Activity Co-ordinator must complete and take responsibilty for the activity and the appropriate authorisation procedure.

Discussion (10 minutes)

Using the completed paperwork, the presenter will facilitate a discussion about the activities selected, indicating the exact nature of the rule or regulation that applies to the activity. Included in this session will be a brief explanation of how to go about attaining the authorisation or permission to undertake the activity.

Conclusion (2 mins)

Advise the Scouts that they should always seek the advice of an adult leader on any activity they wish to run.