Welcome to the Beaver Scouts section of the ONE Programme site where you’ll find information about how ONE Programme works in Beavers. The Beaver Scout Handbook can be found here, the Guide to running a Beaver Colony, Adventures Afloat water-based programme for Beavers, suggested Activities for the Beaver programme cycle, Beaver programme ideas, Beaver Scout resources, and programme material for Ways of the Tribe, Forces of Nature and Forest Life. Enjoy!
Beaver Scouts 50 Challenge
2026 marks the 50th Anniversary of Beaver Scouting officially starting in Ireland.
To celebrate, we have put together 50 suggested activities for Beaver Scouts to complete. Any of the activities can be adjusted or changed to accommodate the individual needs of a Beaver Scout.
Guide to Running a Beaver Colony
The Guide to Running a Beaver Colony explains how ONE Programme works in the Beaver section.
This guide should be read in conjunction with the Scouter Handbook.
Beaver Scout Adventures
A collection of Activities that you can organise with your Beaver Scouts as part of their Programme Cycle.
Beaver Scout Ideas
A collection of ideas for Cub and Beaver programme that can form the basis of activities and programme cycles.
Personal Progress Badges for Beaver Scouts
Information on the Personal Progress badges for Beaver Scouts – Bree, Ruarc and Conn – and the Programme Cycle for Beaver Scouts.
Adventure Skills Badges
Information on the Adventure Skills badges for all five sections including Beaver Scouts.
Adventures Afloat Badges for Beaver Scouts
Requirements for the Adventures Afloat Nautical Badges for Beaver Scouts. There are also Beaver Adventures Afloat resources available.
Chief Scout Award Badge for Beaver Scouts
Information and requirements for the Chief Scout Award Badge for Beaver Scouts. There is also a Tracker Card for tracking progress.
Ways of the Tribe
The Ways of the Tribe programme theme is planned around tribal life emphasising cooperation, belonging, and basic Scouting skills in a comfortable setting.
Forest Life
The Forest Life programme theme is about exploring and adventure in nearby places encouraging Beavers Scouts to get outdoors and explore and creating a sense of adventure.
Forces of Nature
The Forces of Nature programme theme is based on the world around us and encourages Beaver Scouts to appreciate, understand and connect to nature and the environment.