PFADFINDER IN CANBERRA
German-speaking Scouts in Canberra
Adventure, friendship and outdoor experiences for children and teenagers aged 6–17+, through Joeys, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers.
WILLKOMMEN BEI DEN PFADFINDERN
A more adventurous side of Spielwelt
Pfadfinder combines the spirit of Australian Scouting with German language. Children and young people make friends and build confidence through weekly meetings, camps, outdoor activities, teamwork and shared experiences that often become long-term memories.
Pfadfinder is built around participation, responsibility and group identity. Children develop skills, are offered leadership opportunities and can grow into independence with the support of a familiar and supportive community.
DRAUSSEN UNTERWEGS
Outdoor confidence
Camps, hiking, canoeing and practical outdoor experiences.
GEMEINSAM STARK
Teamwork & friendship
Shared activities help children build trust, confidence and long-term friendships.
VERANTWORTUNG ÜBERNEHMEN
Leadership & responsibility
Children gradually take on more responsibility as they grow older.
DEUTSCH MITTENDRIN
German-speaking community
Activities take place in German within a welcoming and social environment.
JOEYS, CUBS, SCOUTS & VENTURERS
A place to grow with Pfadfinder
Pfadfinder grows with children over time — from first adventures and group games through to leadership, expeditions and stronger independence in the teenage years.
Ages 6-8
Joeys
A playful first step into Pfadfinder, with games, discovery and outdoor activities that build confidence and new friendships.
- Games & discovery
- First outdoor adventures
- Confidence through play
Ages 8-11
Cubs
Bigger adventures and practical skills, with children becoming more independent and learning to work together.
- Camps & outdoor activities
- Practical skills
- Teamwork & independence
Ages 12-14
Scouts
More challenge, responsibility and real adventure, with young people taking greater ownership of what they do together.
- Bigger outdoor challenges
- Practical & survival skills
- Responsibility & teamwork
Ages 15-17
Venturers
Young people increasingly shape their own adventures, developing independence, initiative and leadership along the way.
- Youth-led adventures
- Leadership & decision-making
- Expeditions & advanced skills
AUS DEM PFADFINDERLEBEN
Camps, traditions and the moments people remember
Pfadfinder is shaped as much by shared experiences as by weekly meetings. Camps, hikes, canoeing, seasonal traditions and group activities are part of what keeps many families connected over time.
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Songs, Promise & Law
Learn how songs, the Scout Promise and the Scout Law help shape belonging, traditions and shared values in Pfadfinder.
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Canoeing with Pfadfinder
Everything you need to know before a Pfadfinder canoeing activity, including what to bring, where to meet, costs and what happens if conditions aren’t suitable.
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Camping
Everything you need to know before a Pfadfinder camp, from packing lists and camp expectations to parent support and what the group provides.
LOS GEHT’S!
Everything families need to know before joining Pfadfinder
Some families arrive through other Spielwelt programs, while others join Pfadfinder directly. The sections below explain how families usually get started and how community life works around the program.
1 SCHNUPPERN & JOIN
Your first steps
Learn how trial visits work, find the right age section and follow the enrolment process from your first enquiry through to becoming part of the group.
- Trial visits
- Find the right section
- Youth enrolment
- What happens next
2 Parent Guide
Everything families need to know
Practical information for everyday Scout life, including fees, meeting times, uniforms, camps and other information for families.
- Fees & payments
- Days & meeting times
- Uniforms & badges
- Practical information
3 Mitmachen
Help make Pfadfinder possible
Pfadfinder is built not only by leaders, but also by parents and families who help support camps, activities and community life over time.
- Parent involvement
- Volunteering and helping
- Camps and events
- Practical family information
PFADFINDERLEBEN
Traditions, activities and shared experiences
Pfadfinder is shaped not only by weekly meetings, but also by camps, songs, outdoor activities and shared traditions that many families remember long afterwards. These experiences help create the sense of identity, continuity and belonging that sits at the heart of Scout life.
Traditionen
Promise & Songs
Shared songs, rituals and Scout traditions help create a sense of belonging that often stays with children and families for many years.
Draussen unterwegs
Camping
Camps are a big part of Pfadfinder life — from campfires and cooking to shared routines, outdoor confidence and unforgettable memories.
Abenteuer
Canoeing
From paddling together to learning practical water skills, canoeing combines teamwork, confidence and outdoor adventure.
Unser Zuhause
Scout Hall
The Turner Scout Hall is the shared home of Pfadfinder and many other parts of Spielwelt community life.
LUST AUF PFADFINDER?
Come along and see what it’s like
Whether your child is looking for adventure, friendship, confidence or simply a stronger sense of belonging, Pfadfinder offers a place to grow through shared experiences, outdoor activities and community life. New families are always welcome to get in touch, ask questions or come along for a first visit.