FAQ

Scouting is a volunteer-led program and parents are encouraged to serve as registered leaders in their child’s pack, troop, crew or post. While meetings are intended as an activity for youth members, all meetings should be open to your participation. Most Scout units encourage interested parents to become registered leaders. Many parents find that serving as a Scout leader strengthens their relationship with their child and is one of the most rewarding experiences in their lives.

The Boy Scouts of America has recently instituted the position of ScoutParent. A ScoutParent is a parent or adult mentor of a Scout who enthusiastically participates with their Scout and also helps other volunteers to provide the best quality program experience to all youth in every unit. For more information visit the ScoutParents Website.

Scouts usually have a weekly meeting and a monthly activity. In Cub Scouting, the weekly meeting is called the den meeting and the monthly activity is the pack meeting. Boy Scout troops have weekly troop meetings and a monthly camping trip or activity.

In the Venturing and Exploring programs, meetings may be held weekly or every other week. Crews and posts will also plan and hold activities on a monthly or bimonthly basis.

Express your interest to the leadership in your unit. Visit with the unit leader, chartered organization representative, or any member of the unit committee. While there's no guarantee that a specific role or position will be available—and there may be a selection process among several candidates even if the position is currently vacant—there are usually a number of ways in which you can contribute, and most units gladly welcome your offer of help.

To become a leader in Scouting you must be registered with the Boy Scouts of America.