Scouts BSA
Scouts BSA is a year-round program for youth who are 11 years old through 17 years old (or starting at 10 years old and in fifth grade -- if joining after March 1 or if the Scout has earned the Arrow of Light in Cub Scouting) that provides fun, adventure, learning, challenge, and responsibility to help them become the best version of themselves. Open to young women as well as young men, all of whom will have the chance to earn Scouting’s highest rank, Eagle Scout.
In Scouts BSA, young men and women go places, test themselves, and have one-of-a-kind adventures that can’t be found anywhere else.
How Does Scouting Work?
Each Scout is a member of a Troop which is comprised of Patrols. Patrols are groups of 6-10 youth. Each Patrol is led by a Scout, elected as Patrol Leader by the members of a Patrol. The Troop is led by a Scout, elected as Senior Patrol Leader by all of the Scouts of the Troop, and by other youth leaders, like a Quartermaster, Scribe, Instructor, Historian, Chaplain Aide, and other roles. The youth leaders are advised by a Scoutmaster and Assistants, and supported by Troop Committee members and other adult helpers.
In a youth-led Troop, the Patrol Leaders’ Council will determine what activities to do, like camping, hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, backpacking, caving, climbing, service projects, individual advancement work, and more – supported by adult leader advisors. Troops meet in between activities each week or so at a local school, place of worship, or other community location.
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Scouts BSA Program Opportunities
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