Weekly meetings
Every Thursday night with rotating themes covering navigation, first aid, leadership, and more.
- 19:30 – 21:30
- Scout HQ, Ickenham Road
- Uniform + activity-ready kit
Ruislip Explorers
Leadership, adventure, real-world skills.
For young people aged 14–18 seeking challenge, teamwork, and meaningful experiences. We run expeditions, skill sessions, and community projects every week—led by volunteers who care.
14–18
Ages
50+
Members
30+
Events yearly
What's next
Winter Skills Workshop
Learn winter survival skills and outdoor cooking techniques
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What Explorers do every week
Our meetings blend practical skills, teamwork challenges, and social time so every Explorer finds their place. Parents get weekly updates with kit lists and timings.
Expeditions & camps
Regular trips across the UK—from winter skills to summer water sports. Consent forms sent in advance.
Leadership pathways
Work towards Chief Scout's Award, Duke of Edinburgh, and young leader opportunities.
Community & service
We mentor younger sections, support local projects, and build meaningful connections.
Unit stories
Latest from Explorers
Updates on activities, achievements, and news from the unit.
30 Jan 2026
Welcome to the New Ruislip Explorers Website
We're excited to launch our new website! Learn what's new and how to stay connected with Ruislip Explorers.
Who we are
Leading young people through adventure
Ruislip Explorers is part of the Scout Association, delivering the Explorer Scout programme for young people aged 14–18. We're volunteer-led, open to everyone, and based at 1st/3rd Ruislip Scout Group.
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Skill development
Navigation, first aid, outdoor cooking, leadership—skills that matter beyond Scouts.
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Real expeditions
Weekend hikes, multi-day camps, and international trips that build confidence and resilience.
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Community
Weekly meetings (Thursdays 19:30–21:30) with a mix of practical challenges, social time, and service projects.
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Pathways
Work towards Duke of Edinburgh, Chief Scout's Award, and other recognised qualifications.
Join us or get involved
Whether you're looking to join as an Explorer or volunteer, we'd love to hear from you. Drop us a message—our leadership team is always happy to chat about the unit.