Waikato Zone is part of Scouts Aotearoa and supports delivery of the Scouting programme to youth members through the four Scout Groups in Hamilton city (Chartwell, Hillcrest, Kirikiriroa St Peters, and St Marys), as well as Groups in Cambridge, Pirongia, Putaruru, Taumarunui, Te Awamutu, and Te Kuiti.
The groups provide for one or more of the four youth sections – Keas (aged 5‑8), Cubs (8‑11), Scouts (11‑14), and Venturers (14‑18). Additionally we have our young adult section – Rovers (18‑26) based in Hamilton. Note that some of these youth sections are not available in all Groups.
Programmes are based in the outdoors as much as possible, are educational in nature, and are fun. Scouts Aotearoa embraces youth development through youth led programmes to allow individuals to grow in a safe environment. We welcome enquiry for youth to join one of the sections mentioned above.
Parent and adult volunteer help is also welcomed in a section leadership role or on a group committee. Training is provided. Scouts NZ is a volunteer organisation registered as a Charitable Trust under its own Act of Parliament.
The Outdoor First Aid Course will be held at Camp Waingaro with both the refresher (Saturday only) or the full course (Saturday and Sunday).
Participants must complete pre-course assignments (prior to the weekend).
For more information click on the Find Out More link below.
Registrations to be completed via the online registration portal below.
All enquiries to waikatozonetraining@gmail.com
Youth and Leader/adult registrations for the 2023 48th annual Piopio Adventure Camp are now open.
Click on the Find Out More link to access more information and the online registration portal.
All enquiries to piopioadventure@gmail.com
Campfire course afternoon/evening now confirmed and more information plus the booking details can be found via Find Out More link below.
This is an excellent course faciliated by experienced Leaders who have run Campfires for many years. If you know nothing about running a campfire, a little or even a lot then this course is for you. It will give you lots of fresh ideas to keep everyone involved and entertained at your next campfire.
Registrations close 19/05/2023. Enquiries to dentype@xtra.co.nz
Visit the About Us page to learn about the role Scouts plays in our communities. Contact details for the Zone team and other parts of the organisation are also provided.
Check out what's coming up in the Events section. You will also be able to access the online registration portal to book your attendance.
Find details about Venue Hire for one of the nearby facilities including:
- Norton Rd Hall, Hamilton
- Camp Waingaro
- Camp Gow, Matamata
- Raglan Scout Hall
Visit the Other Links page to access the National Group Directory for contact details of all Scout Groups around the country.