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"The most enjoyable part of being a scout is the adventure and teamwork in various exciting activities such as camping, nature walks, and competitions. It feels very fun and broadens the horizons when you get to know scouts from various places and backgrounds because you can exchange stories, cultures, and experiences that enrich friendship."
"For me I find that the best part of scouting is what it teaches you and what you can then teach to others. Its sort of like a family tree but with scouting tradition. looking back I was invested by my leader, he was invested my his leader in the 80s, and he was invested in the 50s. We dont know his leader but he may have even met BP. Looking at it that way adds a little more beauty to Scouting. "
"Being a Scout and leader for me is all about adventure and learning about teamwork together away from conventional learning taught in schools. Knowing Scouts from all over the world has given me a better understanding of how everyone has different experiences and unique hardships they may face."
""One of the most enjoyable things about being a Scout is having the opportunity to go on adventures and work together in various activities such as camping, exploring nature, and participating in competitions. In addition, establishing brotherhood with Scouts from various regions and the world so that they can provide valuable experiences through the exchange of stories, culture, and insights that strengthen the bonds of brotherhood.""
"It’s special because we are all part of the same scouting family, even though we are all from different countries, cultures and walks of life. That’s amazing. I’ve been in quite a few scenarios going to scout events where I know no one. But scouts are so amazing, that before long I’m friends with people from all around the world. How awesome is that?!"
"It is being able to do my best while being able to help those who need my help. In scouting helping is the major language of creating an everlasting bond that is often seen in jamborees, meetings and get together with other people, nations and country."
"For us, the most exciting part of being a Scout is the adventure and the sense of community. Whether it’s exploring the outdoors, learning new skills, or working as a team to overcome challenges, every day as a Scout feels like an opportunity to grow. We love that we can always count on each other, and there’s something special about working together towards a common goal. Meeting Scouts from different places and backgrounds is one of the coolest parts of being part of the movement. It's amazing to learn about different cultures, traditions, and ways of thinking. We’ve realized that no matter where you’re from, the spirit of Scouting—like friendship, respect, and helping others—is universal. It really helps broaden our perspective and builds strong connections, even if we don’t speak the same language. Last year, we had the honor of hosting a camp with Ukrainian Scouts. It was a powerful experience—sharing stories, learning each other’s traditions, and just being together. It reminded us how Scouting brings people together, no matter the circumstances. "
"The most exciting part of being a scout is getting to know other scouts. Learning about their traditions and games and how they are different from mine. But also, it's very interesting to find out our similarities! I've met scouts from the other side of the world with the same concerns as me, and figuring out or dreaming about solutions together was wonderful :)"
"My favorite part of Scouting is how it connects us to Scouts present, past, and future! I love getting to know Scouts from other cultures and finding out how their country's program works."
" I really love how scouts around the world wear the scarf — no matter where you go, you can recognize a scout by their neckerchief, and that’s something truly amazing!"
"For me, the most enjoyable thing is exploring the forest, discussing with friends and finding out things that we don't know together and strengthening relationships with friends."
"For many scouts, the most enjoyable part is: 1. *Outdoor activities*: Scouting often involves activities such as camping, hiking, and other outdoor sports that can make you"
"Last year I was on a training - it was on the other side of my country, in a completely unknown group. It turns out that they are the same and I felt at home there. That's probably the coolest thing for me."
"I have known Scouts since elementary school, that's when I started to be amazed by Scouts and really wanted to meet my friends from Scouts around the world."
"The most exciting part of being a Scout is the adventure: camping, learning survival skills, and taking on leadership roles. It's about learning the ups and downs of life. Meeting Scouts from different places and backgrounds is truly inspiring as it teaches you new perspectives and builds strong friendships across cultures."
"The most exciting part of being a scout is you can learn new different skills, experience new things in life and meet new scout friends from different places. Getting to know scouts from different places and backgrounds is amazing and cool because you can learn how thier culture and tradition works. "
"Learning and passing on knowledge is the best part. Meeting new scouts is alwaays fun and a chance to swap neckers and badges"
"The most exciting part of being a scout is being able to meet all the different scouts from different groups, regions, even countries, knowing that you are united with the same scout ideals and everything that we advocate for. There is never a dull moment when you meet a new scout, especially during scouting activities, especially as you learn more about their culture and background as a scout."
"Being a guide i just love on how much new things i get to learn every camp and any outdoor activity. There is adventure and learning happening everywhere. getting to know scouts around the world is a great opportunity as we can learn many new things. I feel proud to be a guide !!!"
"The most exciting part of being a Scout for me is going on adventures and learning new skills, like camping, hiking, and helping others. It’s really fun to work together with friends and try new challenges. Meeting Scouts from different places and backgrounds is also amazing because you get to hear their stories, learn about their cultures, and make new friends from all over the world. It feels special to share experiences with people who are different but still have the same Scout spirit."
"The most enjoyable part of being a scout is learning new things and interacting with people from different backgrounds. The joy of getting to know scouts from different places and backgrounds is that we can expand our network of friends and learn many new things from them. "
""Keeping BP’s dream alive" is such a special life experience, because we're all part of the same Scouting family—even though we come from different countries, cultures, and backgrounds. It's truly amazing. There have been many times when I’ve joined a Scouting event without knowing anyone, but Scouting is incredible like that—you end up making friends from all over the world in no time. It’s one of those rare, unforgettable experiences in life."
"Being a scout means belonging to a movement that strives for a better world and works towards the common good. The most exciting part is that I have the opportunity to be part of this global effort and to actively contribute to making those values a reality. And even more exciting than that is the fact that whatever scout I meet from around the world, shares the sames values and will be able to work beside me to achive that greater good."
"The most exciting part of being a Scout for me is the sense of adventure and personal growth that comes with every activity. Whether it’s mastering a new skill, exploring the outdoors, or contributing to my community, I feel a deep connection to the values and spirit of Scouting that Baden-Powell envisioned. It’s thrilling to push my limits and be part of a global movement that encourages leadership and camaraderie. Getting to know Scouts from different places and backgrounds is equally inspiring. At first, it can be a bit challenging due to language barriers or cultural differences, but it quickly turns into an amazing experience as we share stories, traditions, and laughter. I’ve learned so much from their perspectives—like unique ways they approach challenges or celebrate achievements—and it’s made me more open-minded and appreciative of diversity. Connecting with other Scouts reminds me that, no matter where we’re from, we’re united by the same promise and desire to make the world a better place."
"The most exciting part of being a Scout for me is the sense of adventure and the opportunities to gain new skills and experiences. One of my favorite aspects of Scouting is meeting new people from various places or backgrounds. I love hearing their stories and learning about their traditions and cultures. It's always fascinating to find common ground and make new friends. Working together on projects and activities is also a lot of fun, as it allows us to learn from each other's strengths and perspectives. Overall, being a Scout is incredibly rewarding and something I'm grateful to be a part of♡(˃͈ ˂͈ )"
"Being your self, be free and come across a lot of adventures you have to accomplish"
"What I like most is learning about friends, camps, badges, and scouting news. I love the atmosphere when someone is cooking, someone is setting up a tent, and someone is taking tests. It's also cool to meet scouts from different countries, we are so different, but very similar :>"
""The most enjoyable part of being a scout is the adventure and teamwork in various exciting activities such as camping, nature walks, and competitions. It feels very fun and broadens the horizons when you get to know scouts from various places and backgrounds because you can exchange stories, cultures, and experiences that enrich friendship."
"I love the fact that being a Scout allows me to gain new experiences. And I love meeting new Scouts at camp or jamboree."
""My favorite part of Scouting is how it connects us to Scouts present, past, and future! I love getting to know Scouts from other cultures and finding out how their country's program works.""
"The true excitement of scouting is adventure and friendship—be it camping, hikes, or competition. Meeting scouts from all backgrounds opens your world, as you share stories, culture, and experiences that solidify friendships"
"The most exciting part of being a scout is the adventure—exploring nature, hiking in the mountains, camping under the stars, and learning survival skills. It’s a mix of fun, challenge, and personal growth. Getting to know scouts from different places and backgrounds is amazing. You hear new stories, learn about different cultures, and realize how much you have in common, even if you speak different languages. It builds friendships that can last a lifetime and helps you see the world in a more open and connected way."
"the most exciting part of being a scout for me is the adventure — like exploring new places, learning survival skills, and challenging myself in ways i never expected. it’s not just about nature though, it’s also the people. getting to know scouts from different places and backgrounds is eye-opening. you hear their stories, share laughs, swap traditions, and realize how big yet connected the world is. it really feels like one big family, even if you just met."
"I love solving problems, and there are so many ways that plays into Scouting for me. Making someone laugh, or making a new friend... those are great "solutions" to the "problem" of being a human! Scouting is a great way to find community, and share things with other people... I can't get enough of that. And-- the more diverse the group of people, the better the community you find / the better the laughter!"
"Being your self, be free and come across a lot of adventures you have to accomplish "
"Being a scout is for me a lifestyle, because it taught me how to live right. The best part of international events is to get to know the cultures of others"
"The most enjoyable part of being a scout is camping, playing team games, and learning new outdoor skills such as knot-tying, setting up tents, and cooking over a campfire. It feels exciting and eye-opening to meet scouts from different places and backgrounds. We can share stories, learn about other cultures, and build strong friendships despite our differences. These experiences make scouting more meaningful and memorable. "
"The most exciting part of being a scout is the adventure, things that I can learn and friendship that I can build, these are the reason why I love being part of the scouting movement "
"As a youth in Scouting, I loved learning about the outdoors, how to be a leader, and important life skills such as cooking or first aid, which are very useful in adult life. As an adult, I love sharing the history of scouting in my local area (Cleveland, Ohio, USA), and volunteering in various capacities locally and beyond. I serve as a merit badge counselor for various topics and greatly enjoy seeing the work that scouts put into merit badges. I am super excited to have recently started as a KISC Ambassador, and am looking forward to spreading the word about KISC in my area. I have had wonderful experiences here, and hope to return soon."
""My favorite part of Scouting is how it connects us to Scouts present, past, and future! I love getting to know Scouts from other cultures and finding out how their country's program works.""
"The most exciting part of scouting for me is meet other scouts from different countries and learn other scout activities :)"
"I love being able to meet all different people from around the world. Everyone has a different background that they can share with the group which makes it so much better"
"going on jamborees to meet new people and cultures and learning new skills that I wouldn't otherwise have learnt "
"For me, being a Scout and a leader means going on adventures and learning about teamwork."
"As a introvert, the most exciting part is meeting new people and interacting with them. Growing up I didn't have much friends, but when I joined this organization there's so much I've learned and met."
"Tahun lalu saya mengikuti pelatihan - pelatihan itu diadakan di sisi lain negara saya, dalam kelompok yang sama sekali tidak saya kenal. Ternyata mereka sama dan saya merasa betah di sana"
"The most exciting part of being a Scout for me is the sense of adventure and constant learning—whether it's camping in the wilderness, building something useful with just rope and wood, or leading a team through a challenge. What I enjoy even more is meeting Scouts from around the world. It’s amazing how we come from different countries, cultures, and backgrounds, yet we instantly connect through our shared Scout values. Talking to Scouts from other places helps me see the world from new perspectives and reminds me that we’re all part of one big, global family. That feeling of unity and friendship is what makes Scouting truly special."
"The most exiting parte of being Scout is the fact that all the Scouts are a gigantic family no matter how many differences we have. Although I already experience it in my country, with scouts from different provinces, where no matter if i don't know some Scouts when i travel, after a while we are already friends. I think that with Scouts of different countries are the same. I want to meet all forms of scoutism, including scouts of different countries and asociations."
"It's really exciting to pitch a tent, light a fire, and have a new experience in nature. Even if you have different nationalities or languages, you can build deep friendships while sharing the same goals (peace, service, adventure)."
"The most exciting part of being a Scout for me is the sense of adventure and brotherhood—camping under the stars, learning survival skills, and taking on challenges that build confidence and leadership. But even more powerful is the international friendship—meeting Scouts from different places and backgrounds opens your eyes to new cultures, ideas, and ways of living. You realize that no matter where someone comes from, Scouts share common values like respect, service, and unity."
"I am very happy to be a Scout even though I used to hate it, but when I dived into Scouting I found that Scouting is an organization that teaches discipline, helping each other, trustworthiness, etc.When I met Scouts from different places and different backgrounds, I became more aware that in Scouting everyone is the same, no one is higher or lower, everyone is respected."
"The most exciting part of being a Scout for me is the sense of adventure and constant learning—whether it's camping in the wilderness, building something useful with just rope and wood, or leading a team through a challenge. What I enjoy even more is meeting Scouts from around the world. It’s amazing how we come from different countries, cultures, and backgrounds, yet we instantly connect through our shared Scout values. Talking to Scouts from other places helps me see the world from new perspectives and reminds me that we’re all part of one big, global family. That feeling of unity and friendship is what makes Scouting truly special. "
"My most exciting part of being a Scout is the sense of adventure and the opportunity to learn new skills. I love the feeling of accomplishment after successfully completing a challenging hike or mastering a new knot. The camaraderie amongst my fellow Scouts is also something I really value; we support each other and share experiences that strengthen our bonds. Getting to know Scouts from different places and backgrounds has been incredibly rewarding.Although we initially struggled with the language barrier, we found common ground through shared activities like games and campfire songs. It was amazing to see how easily we connected despite our cultural differences; we learned so much from each other and broadened our perspectives. Learning about their traditions, their views on Scouting, and their experiences was fascinating, making me realize how much we all have in common despite our diverse backgrounds. It helped me appreciate the international nature of Scouting and the global community we’re a part of."
"The most exciting part is getting to know people from different countries through International Scouting events. This make me feel the world is so big, but Scouting bring us together and become good friends."
"The most enjoyable part is when we get lessons that we didn't know before and when we meet new scouts we can get to know them and make friends."
"I donm,+,t know, but i think adventure, that includes discovering new things, knowing other scouts it´s very cool, we are united by our law and promise, and thst it´s special, also getting toknow people from otherr vountrys it´s an very enrichins experience"
"The most exciting part of being a Scout for me is the spirit of adventure and teamwork, going on outdoor activities, learning survival skills, and constantly challenging myself in nature. It’s about pushing my limits, working with others, and discovering new strengths I didn’t know I had. Getting to know Scouts from different places and backgrounds is inspiring and eye-opening. You realize that even though we come from different cultures, we share common values like friendship, respect, and a love for nature. We learn from each other’s stories, traditions, and experiences, and it really shows how Scouting builds a global family where everyone feels welcome. "
"The most enjoyable part of being a Scout is when the togetherness among Scout members is maintained even though they come from different backgrounds. Not only that when I can Getting to know Scouts from different countries and places with different backgrounds gave me new knowledge and opportunities that taught me that friendship is not limited to the surrounding area but also international scope."
"A scout is versatile enough in any condition and social environment. As a scout, we have been given how we should see the future. Every words and deeds should be useful for everyone in any form. Leading from our smallest scope around us, starting from our self until the major public, as an individual and a group, the contribution is counted into bigger contributions. No social, race, ethnic, political view, and any boundaries separate the scout from the surrounding. So as long as it is good, we do it for the community. Scout teaches us how to life and to sustain the life and pass it to the future descendants. No such a permanent things in the world but we know, we will live in eternity in the afterlife and smile there because of our continous good deeds we did and pass to them"
"Most exciting part of being a scout: All of the different opportunities and adventures that I wouldn't have achieved otherwise. Being pushed outside of my comfort zone has allowed me to grow as a person. Getting to know other scouts: Exciting, everyone has there own traditions and cultures and it is nice to be able to share them with others. "
"Meeting new friends from all around the world, also nothing is different between scouts, its one group :)"
"It's about meeting other people and interacting with them as we learn about their stories and life in their respective places. Upon meeting them, I always excited and can't wait to exchange thoughts and many other things as we can improve our networking skills through it."
"I like to get to know the differences between scouting all over the world. Also getting badges is fun too, especially while swopping"
"According to me, the most enjoyable part of being a Scout is the togetherness during exciting activities like camping, setting up tents, and exploring nature. It feels amazing to learn new skills while building strong friendships with fellow Scouts. Meeting Scouts from different regions and backgrounds makes me realize that despite our differences, we all share the same spirit of helping each other and caring for the environment. This makes the Scouting experience richer and more meaningful as we share unique stories and cultures with one another."
"The most exciting part of being a scout is that you learn to think out of the box + you're not ashamed of standing in front of others. Getting to know other Scouts is amazing, because no matter their backgrounds, there´s always something in common, which is the "craziness" of the Scout lifestyle."
"I love being a scout because I get to help others and to make wonderful friends and visit magical places like kisc!"
"The most enjoyable part of being a scout is often the outdoor activities, such as camping, campfires, and field trips. These moments are not only fun, but they also strengthen a sense of community and independence. Getting to know scouts from different places and backgrounds is very enriching. Each person brings a different story, culture, and perspective. It’s like exploring the world without having to travel far—learning tolerance, cooperation, and building friendships that transcend differences."
"The most exiting part of being scout for me, scouting friends from all over the world :)"