About Us

The Goonies ESU is one of six explorer scout units based in North Leeds; we are a youth led unit for young people aged between 14 - 18. we have a lot of fun doing a wide range of lively, adventurous , creative, character building or just plain crazy activities -and making fantastic friends in the process.

We are part of the largest youth organization in the world - the Scout Association. This gives us access to a vast array of unique opportunities, so we offer you chance to participate in a flexible way that suits your life style. You can chose to come away just a few weekends a year, or dedicate every moment of your spare time to taking up new hobbies and gaining a variety of skills that will help you make the best out of life.

We offer challenge and adventure; we have a varied, interesting and challenging weekly programme. We also ensure a continuous programme of adventurous activities, weekend and weeklong camps and expeditions. We believe in helping our members fulfil their potential by working in teams, taking responsibility and learning by doing.

On my honour I promise that I will do my best,
Do my duty to God and to the Queen,
To help other people and to keep the scout law.

1. A Scout is to be trusted
2. A Scout is loyal
3. A Scout is friendly and considerate
4. A Scout belongs to the worldwide family of Explorers
5. A Scout has courage in all difficulties
6. A Scout makes good use of time and is careful of possessions and property
7. A Scout has self-respect and respect for others.

Be Prepared.