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Cubs can move up between ages 10 and 11.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou could consider arranging to meet the new Scouts with their parents or carers before the meeting to introduce yourself and tell them the plan for their first meeting. Explaining \u003Ca href=\u0022/scouts/being-a-scout/\u0022 title=\u0022Being a Scout\u0022\u003Ewho Scouts are\u003C/a\u003E can help new members feel at ease.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn the first session you could play a quick game, such as \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/activities/when-the-wind-blows/\u0022\u003EWhen the wind blows\u003C/a\u003E,\u0026nbsp;to help new Scouts forget their nerves and meet their new friends.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIt\u0027s easy to get Scouts involved in supporting new members. Scout Patrol Leaders and Assistant Patrol Leaders play a big role in welcoming new Scouts, helping them feel comfortable and showing them the ropes. 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