A day of climbing in the climbing forest recently provided a scout group with a special experience. Among the treetops, the scouts learned not only about balance and perseverance, but above all about cooperation and trusting each other. Their story is an inspiring example of how a youth association or scout group can make the most of a climbing forest for adventure, teambuilding and, above all, lots of fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why scouting and a climbing forest are a perfect match<\/strong> Best practice: how this group tackled it<\/strong> Experiences from the treetops<\/strong> Klimbos Netherlands as a destination for scouting groups<\/strong> It is the ultimate combination of challenge and adventure. It also requires cooperation and leadership and takes place in nature!<\/p> <\/div> From 6 years of age and with a minimum height of 1.20m, you can already come and climb the junior routes independently. If you are taller than 1.40m, the regular routes are also accessible. Guidance in the routes is not necessary, but of course it is fun!<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A day of climbing in the climbing forest recently provided a scout group with a special experience. Among the treetops, the scouts learned not only about balance and perseverance, but above all about cooperation and trusting each other. Their story is an inspiring example of how a youth association or scout group can make the most of a climbing forest for adventure, teambuilding and, above all,...<\/p>","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":7646,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10694","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-geen-onderdeel-van-een-categorie"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
A climbing forest is more than just a sporting activity. For scout groups and youth organisations, it offers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Routes at different altitudes allow each participant to push their limits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Scouts need to help and motivate each other, exactly what makes scouting important.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Thanks to the continuous securing system and experienced instructors, youngsters can safely combine excitement and guts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The scout group that visited Klimbos Netherlands prepared smartly. Their approach is a good example for other associations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
\"It was exciting at first, but I felt stronger because my friends encouraged me,\" says a 13-year-old Scout. Another participant remarked: \"You learn that you can do more than you think, especially when you work together.\"
According to the leadership, this is exactly why a climbing forest is valuable for scouting: it combines physical challenge with social growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Klimbos Nederland offers challenging climbing courses in the middle of nature. It is a popular destination for schools, scouting groups and associations looking for an active group outing. Thanks to the different levels, there is a suitable route and challenge for every member, young or old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n