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Frequently Asked Questions
How old do I have to be to join Scouts BSA?
You can join a Scouts BSA Boy or Girl troop if you have earned the Arrow of Light rank as a Webelos Scout and are at least 10 years old, or have completed the fifth grade and are at least 10, but not yet 18 years old.
How often do you meet?
Troop Meetings are every Monday from 6 to 7:30pm. We makes plans for at least one camping trip a month. Trips are typically scheduled for leaving on Friday evening and returning on Sunday early afternoon. Trips are usually backpacking or camping (drive-in) adventures.
We attend a week-long summer camp each year.
I just moved to the local area. Can I transfer my Scout membership from my old troop?
Transfer memberships are welcome. You should complete a membership transfer form, pay a transfer fee if national membership is current and be prepared to provide contacts to your former troop to facilitate a smooth transfer.
If I earned rank and merit badges from my hometown troop can these achievements be transferred to the troop?
All previously earned rank including merit badges may be transferred from your previous troop after completion of a membership transfer form. Progress on incomplete merit badges may be reviewed by our merit badge counselors to assist you in completing the badge.
Do I need to purchase a scouting uniform?
Yes. The uniform is an important component of completing the Aims and Methods of Scouting.
What do I need to do in order to advance in scouting? and what is the key to success as a scout?
You need to live by the Scout Oath and Law.
You need to have a genuine desire to succeed and to want to have fun.
Personal commitment and self-discipline
Everything you need to know is in the Scout Handbook, read it.
Your parents will provide underlying support to your efforts, but will not do your work for you.
What is an Eagle Scout?
Eagle Scout is the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Scouting program. The designation "Eagle Scout" was founded over one hundred years ago. Nationally, only five percent of Scouts are achieve this rank, and it is only granted after a lengthy review process. The requirements necessary to achieve this rank take years to fulfill. Since its founding, the Eagle Scout rank has been earned by more than two million young scouts.
How can adults get involved?
Scouts BSA has well documented methods of delivering a scouting program, and it begins with trained adult leaders. All leaders are required to take a child safety course called “Youth Protection,” and specific training for their role in Scouting is available either online or in a classroom setting. Adults who are interested in camping and assisting the weekly meetings can be trained to be an Assistant Scoutmaster. That’s called the Program side of the troop. In addition, every unit has adults that oversee the troop’s administrative functions, and ensure a safe and fun program. That is the Committee side of the troop. As everyone is a volunteer, doing what interests you will only help you enjoy it more.