A Scouts' Own is an informal service held as part of Scouting activities. They traditionally happen on camp, but they can take place in many other situations as well. These pages contain advice and guidance to help you organise a Scouts' Own.
Format
A Scouts' Own service is usually short, often lasting no longer than 15 minutes. They are made up of a mixture of readings, prayers, reflections and music. These can be sourced from both religious and non-religious material.
A Scouts' Own is not a substitute for an individual's own worship according to their faith, but in addition to it. Like any faith event in Scouting, a Scouts' Own should should reflect the many religions represented in Scouting.
Planning
Many Scouts' Owns are based on a particular theme, this might be connected to the event or occasion, or one chosen for the service.
Young people should be encouraged to put a Scouts' Own together themselves. They will need fair warning of their task and will need some help and supervision. Most young people will also need a variety of resources to help them.
Larger events, such as a county camp, may have a more formal Scouts' Own. This might be lead by a representative of a particular religion, and/or organised by a planning team.
