Welcome New Boy Scout Families
Welcome to Scouting! This page has information to start you on your Scouting journey. To learn more about the Scouting program and structure, start with the Boy Scout Adventures Booklet. This booklet will explain our mission, the structure of Boy Scouting (what is a patrol, troop, a district etc), how a troop functions (it is boy led), the Scout leadership roles in the troop, the different ranks of Boy Scouts and the requirements in those levels, merit badges, awards that can be earned and much much more!
Our camping committee also has great programs including summer camps and year round activities for Scouts and families. Check out the camping page. Many troops attend summer camp together for a week. Many boys also attend additional weeks because they enjoy summer camp and can complete more requirements.
Below are articles to help you get started on your Scouting journey. If you would like this information in hard copy for yourself or another family who may be interested in learning about Scouting, please ask your Cub Scout Leader for an On Boarding Kit.
Boys’ Life magazine http://boyslife.org/ (Get 50% off if you order through your Cub Scout Pack). Boys who receive the Boys Life magazine earn more awards and stay in Scouting longer than those who do not.
Boys’ Life Parents Poster
Boys’ Life Message to Parents
Check out Fishing info in the April 2016 issue of Boys’ LIfe and their Fishing Page.
Where do I get a Uniform?
You can purchase your uniform and other Scouting related items at the Council Scout Shop. They will help you pick out what you need for your level. The uniform checklists below are also a good resource. Click here for Scout Shop Hours.
Where do the badges go?
- Boy Scouts, Scout Leaders
Recruite a Friend
Things for Parents To Do
A parents’ primary role is to be a cheerleader for your Scout. However, parents are also needed to fulfill volunteer roles to ensure the Scouts receive the best program possible. Some parents become a leader as a Scoutmaster or Assistant Scoutmaster and become involved in working with the Scouts or join the troop committee and enable the troop to run effectively while others help when needed. There are many ways to be involved. Once you do, you’ll be surprise how rewarding it is for you. For any role you choose, it is important that you receive training.
Training
Training
All parents would benefit from taking Youth Protection Training to learn the rules all must follow when working with Scouts in order to keep them safe. It is a required training if you want to be a leader. It is offered online or in person. We suggest you take it in person the first time to learn more and have all your questions answered.
Scout Leader Training is offered to all leaders for the specific role they are undertaking; Scoutmaster, committee member, committee chair, etc.
University of Scouting occurs each December and has over 100 courses to help you increase your Scouting knowledge and provide a great program for your Scouts. Scroll through our council’s training page for training opportunities.