Scouting builds character, leadership, and lifelong memories — but it all starts with one thing: recruiting.
Whether you’re involved in a Cub Scout Pack, Scouts BSA Troop, Venturing Crew, or Explorer Post, recruiting new youth and adult leaders is essential to the growth and strength of every unit.
Why Recruitment Matters
- Keeps Units Thriving: A steady stream of new members ensures active, dynamic programs.
- Builds Diverse Leadership: New adult volunteers bring fresh ideas, skills, and energy.
- Expands Our Reach: Every new Scout is a chance to change a life for the better.
- Sustains Our Legacy: Today’s recruits are tomorrow’s Eagle Scouts, and Crew Presidents.
Who Can Help? Everyone.
Recruitment isn’t just the job of one leader — it’s a team effort. Parents, Scouts, leaders, and chartered partners all have a role to play. Whether it’s sharing your story, inviting a friend, or organizing a school night, you’re helping Scouting grow.
- Recruiting Resources (Home)
- Step One: Make a Calendar of Fun Activities
- Step Two: How to Promote your Unit!
- Update BeAScout Pin
- Step Three: Recruiting Leaders
- Step Four: School and Community Presence
- Step Five: Sign-Up Events
- New Parent Orientation After Sign Up Events
- Scouts BSA Troop Recruiting
- District and Council Tools
Still need some help after looking at all of this. Reach out to our district membership committee and get some help.
“Sometimes it takes only one song to bring back a thousand memories“.
So here is a song to remember the 6 steps to recruitment
🎶 Verse 1
We make a plan with fun in hand, the calendar begins,
Big adventures, campouts too, to welcome families in.
It’s not just when we meet each week — it’s what we love to do,
Scouting’s full of memories, and there’s room for you!
🎶 Chorus
🎵 Come along, join the song, the fire’s burning bright,
Help us grow the Scouting way, with laughter, skills, and light!
From the school to forest trails, we’ll proudly take the lead,
Six strong steps, a path to walk, for every Scout in need! 🎵
🎶 Verse 2
We let the people know our plans, with flyers, posts, and cheer,
We share our stories loud and proud, so every friend can hear.
Update the pin, go spread the word, show them what we do —
If they see the joy we bring, they’ll want to join us too!
(Repeat Chorus)
🎶 Verse 3
One by one, we ask for hands, “Come lend a little time,”
A helper now might lead the way, to something quite sublime.
A den leader, a driver, or a master of the s’mores —
When leaders grow, the Scouts will soar — adventure evermore!
(Repeat Chorus)
🎶 Verse 4
We show the school, we show the town, that Scouts are here to stay,
With service, fun, and kindness too, we brighten up the day.
Adopt a school, be present there, and bring our best to light,
With roots that deep, our tree will grow, and reach a brand-new height!
(Repeat Chorus)
🎶 Verse 5
Now it’s time to host a night, where families come and see,
A sign-up night, a BBQ, a fun-filled jamboree!
Welcome every boy and girl, with games and open arms —
The Scouting flame grows brighter still, with every new alarm!
(Repeat Chorus)
🎶 Verse 6
Keep the fun and build it up, don’t stop when school is through,
New events and trips and games will bring more members too!
We grow with joy, we grow with care, and keep our calendar bright,
With every Scout and every step, we build the future right!
(Repeat Chorus Twice to end with energy!)