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European Scout Federation (British Association)
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The European Scout Federation (British Association) is a Traditional Scouting youth organisation. It is a part of the other Scouting in the United Kingdom. Original test work set out by Robert Baden-Powell is still used. The original uniform is still evident today, broad brimmed hats, khaki shirts and shorts, making the wearer instantly recognisable as a Scout.
| European Scout Federation (British Association) | |
|---|---|
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| Headquarters | England |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Founded | 1959 |
| Membership | 459[when?][citation needed] |
National Commissioner | Anthony Gouldthorp[citation needed] |
| Affiliation | Confédération Européenne de Scoutisme |
| Website F.S.E. (British Association) | |
History
The European Scout Federation (British Association) is one of the organisations that founded the CES after leaving the Fédération du Scoutisme Européen (FSE), later renamed to the Union Internationale des Guides et Scouts d'Europe.[citation needed] The badge of the association consists of a gold fleur-de-Lys on a red cross pattée, with a blue background, the old badge of the FSE.[citation needed]
Sections
| Section | Ages | Part of | Activities | Formed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otter Colony | 5–7 | Group | Always busy and bright. | 1987 |
| Wolf Cub Pack | 7–10½ | Group | A Scout in Training. | 1916 |
| Scout Troop | 10½–16 | Group | For the advancement of Scouting skills. | 1907 |
| Rover Crew | 16–No upper limit | Group | Emphasis on Service and adventure. | 1918 |
| Ranger Crew | 16–No upper limit | Group | Emphasis on Service and adventure. | 1974 |
Membership
As of 2015, the organisation had a total membership of 516 people.[citation needed] These included:[citation needed]
- Otters: 67
- Cubs: 190
- Scouts: 126
- Rovers: 82
- Leaders: 47
- Adult members: 4[citation needed]