What is the Explorer Belt?

To complete the Explorer belt, an Explorer Scout or member of the Scout Network must:

  • Be over 16 years old
  • Plan and train for an international expedition as part of a small team
  • Travel to another country and travel through that country over ten days
  • Complete a self selected major project
  • Complete about ten smaller projects of which five will be ‘surprise’ projects
  • Keep a notebook or diary during the expedition
  • Take part in a debriefing after the expedition
  • Make a presentation about the expedition


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