Scout camp in the Erzgebirge: love of nature instead of cell phone time!

Scout camp in the Erzgebirge: love of nature instead of cell phone time!

Last Whitsun weekend, the old Erzgebirgsbad in Thalheim became home to more than 400 scouts from all over Saxony. This lively gathering showed that, despite criticism of their supposed fixation on social media, cell phones and television, young people have a great interest in community and nature. What attracts young people to this place? It is the opportunity to leave everyday life behind and experience real adventures.

Young people have the urge to be outside, explore old castle ruins, go on boat trips, or simply sing around the campfire. This is also how the Cherusker Boy Scouts page describes the feeling of experiencing nature and making real friendships that are based on reliability. No cell phones are required here; The map and compass take over the function of the navigation system, and instead of digital chats there are lively conversations in the middle of nature.

Community and nature in focus

The Scout movement, which began in England in 1907, has since spread worldwide. Today, over 60 million children and young people from 216 countries belong to this international, religiously and politically independent educational movement. Its aim is to encourage young people to take on responsibility in society and to give them valuable life skills. Wikipedia explains that the movement's principles emphasize duty to God, others and oneself and encourages exploration of nature.

The Boy Scout camp at Erzgebirgsbad is not only a place of adventure, but also of friendship. Every experience becomes a lasting memory - be it the exciting hours spent climbing, the cozy evenings around the campfire or the challenges overcome as a team. These experiences create a basis on which true friendships are formed, which are kept alive in the circle of friends even years later.

A look into the future of the Boy Scouts

The scout movement has become increasingly important in recent years, also in Germany, where over 230,000 members are active in various associations. The movement has now also become co-educational, which makes it attractive for many families. In contrast to the prejudices that often surround young people's leisure activities, the Scout movement offers a perspective that promotes practical skills and a deeper connection to nature. Freie Presse impressively describes how this return to nature not only brings joy to young people, but also strengthens their sense of responsibility.

The Boy Scout camp in Thalheim shows how fulfilling it can be to share real experiences away from screens. In this way, young people thrive and can develop in a good community. It remains to be hoped that many more such camps will follow and that the enthusiasm for nature and togetherness will continue in the coming years.