Prestons Scout Hall is the base of the Prestons Scout Group, part of Scouts Aotearoa, at 420 Prestons Road in Marshland, Christchurch. The group is run by volunteer leaders, and it notes that replies to enquiries can take three to ten days. Young people can join as youth members, and Scouts Aotearoa offers a one-month free trial, after which term fees apply. The website says fees vary between Scout groups. The programme is built around personal development, adventure and community engagement, with a focus on young people leading their own experiences. Adult volunteers can take on a range of roles, and the group encourages people to join in that way.
For a young person in Marshland or Christchurch who wants to try Scouting, the group offers a free trial month before term fees begin.