Waikato Zone is part of The Scout Association of New Zealand and delivers the Scouting programme to youth members through the five Scout Groups in Hamilton city (Chartwell, Hillcrest, Kirikiriroa (Nawton), St Marys, & St Peters), as well as Groups in Cambridge, Ohaupo, 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 the above sections are not available in all Groups.
Programmes are based in the outdoors as much as possible, are educational in nature, are fun, and help to develop leadership qualities in the youth. 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 will be provided.
Youth registrations for the 2021 47th annual Piopio Adventure Camp have now reached the maximum number. Leaders are invited to register for this years camp however.
Click on the Find Out More link below to access more information and the online registration portal.
All enquiries to piopioadventure@gmail.com
The annual Kea Sleepover is back again for another year (after a break last year due to you know what!). All enquiries please to chartwellkeas@gmail.com - they need to know what Groups are interested, numbers of Keas & Leaders/Parents wanting to attend.
The course is to be held at Norton Rd Scout Hall, Hamilton from 1pm till 8pm. Cost $20.
Registrations and enquiries to contact Anne Duncan at 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 detailed here.
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, 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.