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Since 1910, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) program has provided a forum for boys and male teens to develop social, leadership and outdoor skills and participate in group activities. If you're looking for a positive out-of-school activity for yourself or your son, this page will teach you how to join the Boy Scouts.
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Since 1910, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) program has provided a forum for boys and male teens to develop social, leadership and outdoor skills and participate in group activities. If you're looking for a positive out-of-school activity for yourself or your son, this page will teach you how to join the Boy Scouts.
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Introduction
- The Boy Scouts of America is a national program for boys and adults of all ages that has spread since its inception in 1910 to include Scouting organizations worldwide. For most boys, Scouting is a positive extra-curricular activity designed to help them develop into conscientious, responsible community members.
- Scouting programs are designed to teach their members about:
- Leadership
- Sharing
- Socializing
- Civic responsibility
- Outdoor survival skills
What to Expect
Although camping and other outdoor activities are commonly associated with the organization, scouts also engage in various other activities, including:
- Fund raising
- Volunteer work
- Community and civic service
- Educational programs
- Sporting events and tournaments
- There are several different Scouting programs designed for boys of various ages.
- Cub Scouting: For boys in the second through fifth grade
- Boy Scouting: For boys aged 11-17
- Venturing: For boys and girls aged 14-20
How To Join
- There are over 300 local Boy Scouts of America councils throughout the United States. To sign up your son, or to volunteer with the Scouts, you'll have to contact your local council. To find the name and contact information for your local council:
- Visit the Boy Scouts of America official website (www.scouting.org)
- Click on the "Information Center" link located to the far right of the top navigation bar
- Click on the "Local Council Locator" link
- Enter your zip code in the box provided and hit your enter key or click on the "Find Council" button
- You will then be provided with the name and contact information of your local council
- Contact your local council for information on the troops in your area and how to go about joining
Conclusion
- Becoming a member of the Boy Scouts or Cub Scouts can prove an invaluable character-building and learning experience for boys and teens of all ages. To become a member of the Boy Scouts, find and then contact your local Scouting council. Your local council will provide you with information on troops in your area.
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