Parent guide
Practical information for Pfadfinder families
Find current GAP fees, what they include, how Child Care Subsidy works, and a few practical things families usually want to know before enrolling.
Current fees
From $120 per term
Ages
6–17+ years
Sections
4 age groups
Meetings
Weekly
Membership & Payment
Membership Fees (2026)
Pfadfinder fees help cover your child’s participation in weekly meetings throughout the year, including Scouts Australia membership, insurance, activity materials and the ongoing maintenance of our Scout Hall.
$ 25
Joining Pack
One-off payment for your Scout scarf and woggle.
$ 370
Annual membership
Pay once for the full Scout year.
$ 120
Pay per term
Prefer to spread the cost? Pay at the beginning of each school term.
What’s included?
Your membership includes:
- Weekly Gruppenstunden during ACT school terms
- Scouts Australia membership
- Insurance
- Activity materials and badges
- Ongoing maintenance of our Scout Hall
Additional costs:
Most weekly activities are included in your membership. Some camps, excursions and special activities have an additional cost, typically between $0 and $45 per event.
Payment details
Use the following bank account when paying membership fees.
Account name
Spielwelt German Parents Association Inc.
Bank
Bendigo Bank
BSB:
633-000
Account Number:
190 674 119
Payment reference
Please include PFAD followed by the year or term(s) you are paying for, then your child’s surname.
Examples
- PFAD2026 Müller — Annual membership for 2026
- PFAD3 Schneemann — Term 3 payment
- PFAD234 Schmidt — Terms 2, 3 and 4
Important
Membership fees must be paid before children can attend Pfadfinder independently. If fees have not been paid, a parent or guardian will need to remain with their child until payment has been arranged.
MEETING TIMES
Weekly during school terms
Pfadfinder meets weekly during ACT public school terms. Most meetings take place at Turner Scout Hall, with some activities held in Haig Park or other locations throughout the year.
Joeys (6–8 YEARS)
Monday · 6–7 pm
Cubs (8–11 years)
Tuesday · 6–7:30 pm
Scouts (12–14 years)
Tuesday · 6–7:30 pm
Venturers (15–17 years)
Tuesday · 6–7:30 pm
Please note: While most meetings are held at Turner Scout Hall, some activities take place in Haig Park or at other locations. Your Section Leader will let you know where to meet each week.
PRACTICAL GUIDES
Learn more about Pfadfinder life
From your child’s first uniform to preparing for camp, these guides answer the questions families ask most often.
Promise & Songs
Discover the Scout Promise and the songs that have been part of Pfadfinder life for generations.
Camping
Packing lists, camp expectations and practical advice to help your child prepare for their next adventure.
Uniforms
Everything you need to know about Scout shirts, scarves, badges and where to get them.
Canoeing
Learn what to bring, how canoeing activities work and how to prepare for a safe day on the water.
Get involved
Pfadfinder is built by families
Behind every meeting, camp and activity is a community of parents, Adult Helpers and Scout Leaders who make it all possible. Whether you can lend a hand occasionally or would like to take on a bigger role, there are many ways to get involved.