Ranger
Age Group: About 13 years
Overview
The Ranger class is designed for teens developing strong leadership, technical skill, and spiritual maturity. Rangers take on larger responsibilities in planning camps, leading teams, and completing complex honours.
Spiritual Aims
- Deepen commitment to Christian discipleship
- Encourage leadership rooted in service
- Equip youths to be witnesses in their schools and communities
Curriculum / Topics
- Advanced Bible studies & apologetics basics
- Advanced first aid & emergency response (where permitted)
- Expedition planning: route planning, risk assessment
- Survival skills: shelter building, water purification methods
- Team leadership, conflict resolution and mentoring
- Major honours projects and community service leadership
Skills & Honours Focus
Honours such as Advanced First Aid, Expedition Skills, Advanced Camping, Leadership, Community Project Management.
Assessment & Completion
- Lead a multi-step project or camp segment
- Complete multiple honours, including at least one advanced honour
- Provide a mentor report and a personal reflection on leadership growth
Suggested Meeting Structure (90–150 mins / weekend practical sessions)
- Spiritual focus & devotional study (15 min)
- Advanced skill workshop or expedition planning (45–60 min)
- Team leadership practicum or service project planning (30–45 min)
- Review & assignments for field work (10–15 min)