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What is Guiding?

Founded over 95 years ago, Girlguiding is a very successful and well loved organization which boasts over 700,000 members. (Making it the largest membership organization for girls and young women in the U.K.)  It exists in nearly every country across the world and in every region of the United Kingdom.  Guiding is run in all kinds of settings and is open to all girls from all walks of life. 

There are over ten million girls and women around the world involved in guiding today.

Want to find out more? Aged between 5 and 65?

Rainbow, Brownie, Guide, Senior Section or Leader?

 Rainbow Guides - Girls aged between 5- 7 years old

Rainbows, our youngest members, follow a balanced and varied programme full of fun, friendship and simple challenges.  They will sing, dance, explore, paint, stick, play games and enjoy activities indoors and out.

 Brownie Guides - Girls aged between 7 - 10 years old

Throughout their Brownie Adventure, girls will complete challenges, gain interest badges, make new friends, develop their skills and confidence and have fun.  They will experience a wide variety of exciting activities and be able to participate in events with other Brownies and Guides such as Brownie Adventure Days or District Fun Days.  They may even be lucky enough to experience a Brownie Sleepover or residential Pack Holiday.   

Senior Section (Rangers, Young Leaders, Adult Leaders and D of E participants) - Girls and Young Women aged between 14 – 25 years

From the age of 14 there are variety of options which allow  individuals to develop themselves in a safe, stimulating and rewarding environment.  A girl may decide to be a Young Leader and help at the local Brownie Pack or become a Ranger and meet in an organized group situation.  Which ever route she takes she will learn about team work, share experiences, take responsibility, develop relationships and gain leadership skills.  She will have the opportunity to gain qualifications, attend trainings, go on residential events, achieve the Queens Guide Award, work with the Scout Association and possibly enjoy an overseas experience.

Adults – Women aged up to 65

Guiding is very flexible in it’s approach and recognizes the invaluable role that all supporting adults have in the organization.  You may like to run your own Brownie Pack or Guide Unit and take advantage of all of the training opportunities and support afforded a new Adult Leader OR you could instead volunteer small amounts of time in helping to support a unit/pack.  You could help with the shopping, be the treasurer, fundraiser or an extra pair of hands on trips and events for example.  Whatever your role, Guiding is a very worthwhile rewarding and fun challenge to undertake.

 * GIRLGUIDING IS VERY POPULAR AND ACTIVE IN YOUR AREA *

If you, your daughter or anyone you know would like to

become part of Girlguiding then please contact the

number below for further information.

Girlguiding Essex West

Tel: 01375 892663

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