Gaining a challenge badge involves accomplishing several more ambitious tasks within the Unit or community. Many of the badges available are activity badges, which represent the pinnacle of achievement in a particular field. Whether their interests lie in Hill Walking or Performing Arts, Aviation or Public Relations, Explorers are rewarded both for developing existing strengths and undertaking new ventures.
The Chief Scout’s Platinum Award, Chief Scout’s Diamond Award and Queen’s Scout Award should form the culmination of everything that you do as a young person in Scouting. To achieve these awards, you will need to commit to developing and challenging yourself in many new ways. You will spend time in new places, meet new people and develop your communication, organisational and teamwork skills.
Gaining each of the awards should be an achievement that you will remember for the rest of your life and is also recognised by many educational establishments and potential employers. These awards also link closely to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, and you might like to take advantage of doing these awards at the same time.
Chief Scout's Platinum Award
The Chief Scout’s Platinum Award is the culmination of everything you do as a young person in Scouts. It's a chance to celebrate your progress and take stock of how far you've come.
The Chief Scout's Diamond Award
The Chief Scout's Diamond Award is the highest of the Chief Scout's Awards
Queen's Scout Award
The Queen's Scout Award is the top achievement for Explorer Scouts and Scout Network members. Earning it is a huge achievement