Outdoor in 24 is encouraging Scout sections, from Squirrels to Network, to get outside throughout 2024.
Whether it’s for one meeting, going on a Night Awayevent or taking on the Outdoors in 24 challenge, we’re hoping to get young people trying something new in the great outdoors this year. There’s even an extra 24 hours from the leap year in 2024 for you to get outside.
If you’re a new volunteer wondering where to start, or an experienced volunteer looking for some new ideas, we’ve brought together resources to help you plan and run outdoor activities with your groups.
We’re also encouraging volunteers to look into getting your Nights Away Permit and Adventurous Activities Permit if you want to.
From making art from natural materials or sleeping under the stars to paddle-boarding across a lake or visiting a local farm, what will you get up to in the great outdoors this year?
Take on the Outdoor in 24 challenge!
Our Outdoors in 24 challenge is a list of 24 exciting activities for you to complete in 2024 to earn the blanket badge. The activities on it can be adapted to your age, group, ability and location.
Our Outdoor in 24 blanket badge is now available to celebrate completing the Outdoor in 24 challenge or for a Nights Away event in 2024.
Staying safe during outdoor activities and Nights Away
From example risk assessments to hot weather guidance, discover our guidance for staying safe in Scouts.
Staying safe and safeguarding >
Celebrate the number of times you’ve been away with Scouts to with our Nights Away Staged Activity Badge.
Find out more about the badge >
From gardening and street sports to watersports and road safety, there are lots of badges that involve outdoor activities.
Badges to work towards on camp
Whether you enjoy photography, cooking or craft, check out the badges you can work towards on camp.
Outdoor activity ideas
You can find all sorts of outdoor activity ideas on our Scouts activity finder.
- Play wide games
- Cook outdoors
- Explore nature
- Get growing
- Connect with nature
- Help the environment
- Build a campfire
- Try pioneering
- Get creative outdoors
Get your Adventurous Activities Permit
The Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme is an internal assessment scheme designed to make sure that all those leading adventurous activities in Scouts have the skills, suitability and experience to do so.
Try our Adventurous Activities
From ghyll scrambling and kayaking to zip wire and mountain biking, take a look at how to include adventurous activities in your programme safely.
Warm up your voices and take a look at our exciting list of campfire songs.
Discover our campfire recipes and cook up lots of delicious dishes.
Take a look at some tasty treats. >
Take a look at our guidance on how to plan the perfect menu for a Night Away event.
From Space to Pirates, why not create a theme for your camp or event for added some added fun? You could create themed games, activities and food.
Packing for residential events and Nights Away
Whether it’s your first time camping or you’re an experienced camper, having the right kit makes for a smooth and enjoyable trip.
Discover kit lists and equipment >
Take a look at the Scouts Brand Centre and search for ‘Outdoor in 24’ to find a range of certificates to celebrate your Nights Away adventures.
