Squirrel Fun Day 2026

Overview

The Squirrel Fun Day at Squirrel Wood is a fun, friendly introduction to outdoor Scouting, designed especially for our youngest members. The day focuses on enjoyment, confidence building and trying new things in a safe and supportive woodland environment.

Squirrels will remain with their own Groups throughout the event, helping them feel comfortable and confident as they take part in activities alongside familiar leaders and friends. This approach creates a calm, well supported experience perfectly suited to their age and stage.

Throughout the day, Groups will rotate around a variety of activity bases, giving Squirrels the opportunity to enjoy a range of hands on challenges without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. Activities are designed to support Squirrel badges and early skills development while encouraging teamwork, confidence and participation.

Planned activities may include:

• Simple Scout skills
• Outdoor games
• Creative crafts
• Nature activities
• Team challenges
• Hands on outdoor activities

Leaders will remain with their own Groups throughout the day, supported by the district team running activities across the site. The focus of the event is on fun, exploration and positive experiences, allowing every Squirrel to take part at their own pace.

The Squirrel Fun Day is a brilliant opportunity for young people to experience outdoor Scouting, build confidence and enjoy a memorable day at Squirrel Wood.

Arrival & Event Timings

• Leaders and helpers should arrive no later than 9.00am
• All Squirrels should arrive at Squirrel Wood Scout Campsite, DN6 9JQ, by 9.30am
• Activities will take place throughout the day
• The event will finish at 4.30pm

Drop Off & Collection

We will be operating a rolling drop off and collection system throughout the event.

Parents should remain in their vehicles at all times and should not get out of their cars. This is the safest and most efficient way to manage arrivals and departures.

Collection at the end of the day will take place outside the Warden’s Den.

Please ensure young people and volunteers remain off the roadway at all times. Site supervisors will manage traffic movement throughout the day.

Teams

Squirrels will remain within their own Group teams throughout the event day, supported by their own leaders.

What To Expect

• Fun, age appropriate outdoor activities
• Crafts, games and simple Scout skills
• Hands on challenges and team activities
• Opportunities to support Squirrel badge progression
• A relaxed and supportive introduction to district events and outdoor Scouting
• Visit to the District Scout Shop

Who Can Attend

• Squirrel Scouts from Doncaster Danum District
• Squirrel Scouts from surrounding Scout Districts

What To Bring

• Group necker must be worn
• Packed lunch and drinks
• Suitable outdoor clothing and footwear
• Optional spending money for the camp shop

Cost & Booking

• £10 per Squirrel
• You will be invoiced for all tickets booked
• Payment should be made by bank transfer at least 30 days before the event

Leader Ratios

Outdoor activities held away from the usual meeting place require:

• One adult to four Squirrels, plus the Leader in Charge
• A minimum of three adults regardless of the number of Squirrels attending

Suggested Badge Links

This event may support the following badge areas within OSM progression tracking:

All About Adventure

• Adventure
• New Activity

All Together

• Games