1st New Maryland Scouts (Year Round)
The Mission of Scouting in Canada is to contribute to the education of young people, through a value system based on the Scout Promise and Law, to help build a better world where people are self-fulfilled as individuals and play a constructive role in society.
We offer four programs for youth ages 5-17.
Beaver Scouts (5-7 years old)
Offers exciting activities for girls and boys that focuses on sharing, teamwork, arts and crafts, sports, music, storytelling and the outdoors.
The Beaver Scouts Colony meeting is held Monday evenings from 6:30 – 7:30pm at the New Maryland Centre.
Cub Scouts (8-10 years old)
Girls and boys learn about six activity areas: Home and Community, Canada and the World, The Natural World, Outdoors, Creative Expression, and Healthy Living.
The Cub Scouts meet on Monday evenings from 6:30 – 8:00pm at the New Maryland Centre. For more information, contact 1stnewmaryland@gmail.com
Scouts (11-14 years old)
Helps youth build leadership skills and self-confidence through exciting outdoor activities. Scouts encourages youth to feel good about themselves, their friends and family, and the environment.
The Scout Troop meets on Mondays from 7-9pm at Faith Baptist Church.
Venturer Scouts (14-17 years old)
Helps teens become good citizens through real life experiences with a big focus on the outdoors, community service, and the natural environment.
The Venturer Scouts Company meets on Mondays from 7-9pm at Faith Baptist Church.
If you would like more information on Scouting, contact 1st New Maryland Scouts by E-mail.
New Maryland Guiding (Sept. - June)
New Maryland Guiding – Arbour District is part of the Girl Guides of Canada. Girl Guides is a movement for girls, led by women. It challenges girls to reach their potential and empowers them to give leadership and service as responsible citizens of the world. We welcome girls 5-17+ years and woman over 18 to be part of the following groups:
Sparks
Ages 5 and 6. Meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:00-7:00pm at Sts. John & Paul Church.
Brownies
Ages 7 and 8. Meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:15-7:45pm at Holy Trinity Anglican Church.
Guides
Ages 9 – 11. Meet on Monday evenings from 6:30-8:00pm at Faith United Baptist Church.
Pathfinders
Ages 12 – 15. Meet on Monday evenings from 7:00-8:30pm at Faith Baptist Church.
Rangers
Ages 15 – 17+ as junior leaders, cadets, or rangers. Program work may involve working with one of the above noted units.
Adults
Ages 18 + as leaders, mentors, council member, etc
If you would like more information about joining us please contact Wanitta Daigle. If you would like more information on Girl Guides of Canada, go to www.girlguides.ca
New Maryland Playgroup (kids 5 and under)
The Fredericton Regional Family Resource Centre is hosting a weekly playgroup at New Maryland School Tuesday mornings from 10-11:30am.
For more information contact Melissa Cyr at 474-0252 ext. 202 or by E-mail.