Youth groups

Explore ocean learning outside of the classroom with resources for Guides, Scouts and other groups.

    Scouts

    The Marine Conservation Society has created a dedicated set of resources designed specifically for every age of the Scout group. Packed with hands‑on challenges, outdoor activities, and skill‑building tasks, these materials make it easy to bring marine conservation into your programme. Perfect for leaders who want to mix adventure with meaningful learning and promote the values of integrity, respect, care, and cooperation.

    Explore the Scouting resources and plan your next adventure
    2 boys dressed in the Scouts uniform standing on a beach. One boy is holding up marine litter with a litter picker.

    2 members of the Scouts taking part in the Great British Beach Clean on Cramond beach  |  Image credit: Holtography

    Girlguides

    Inspire girls to explore and protect our blue planet through a collection of resources created especially for Girlguiding groups. These activities blend creativity, curiosity, and environmental learning, helping guides connect with the ocean in meaningful and imaginative ways rightfrom Rainbows to Guides.

    From themed challenges to flexible session ideas, each resource supports leaders in delivering fun, empowering experiences that fit the Girlguiding programme while also promoting the need o care for the ocean.

    Discover our Girlguiding resources
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    A girl looking at a shell found while rockpooling

    The Youth Ocean Network

    Looking for a community of ocean-loving people? The Youth Ocean Network is our inspiring community for young people aged 13–25 who want to take action for our sea. It’s a welcoming space to learn more about marine life, tackle the pressures facing our seas, and use your voice to create real change.

    If you’re passionate about protecting our blue planet and want to be part of a movement shaping a cleaner, healthier future, the Youth Ocean Network is the perfect place to start your journey.

    Join the community
    A group of smiling young people sitting in rows on a boat, one person in the foreground to the left is holding binoculars. The person in the background is making a heart with their fingers.

    A wildlife watching youth event at Inverness, Scotland  |  Image credit: Paul Campbell

    Check out our teaching resources

    A white lighthouse standing on a rugged, grassy headland extending into the blue sea under a partly cloudy sky. The lighthouse is Trevose Head Lighthouse in Cornwall.

    Primary school resources

    Teach your primary pupils about the ocean with resources linked to UK curricular and the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
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    Secondary school resources

    Teach core curriculum topics to your class through ocean exploration. Our lesson plans are activity focused and have been designed for students aged 14-16

    Activities

    If you're looking for ocean-themed fun for the kids, then you're in the right place! Here you'll find games, activities and fun for all the family.