Baden Powell
 

Scout Recruiting

This is where we post information about recruiting. Topics are not just about how to bring new scouts into the program, but also about how to retain the scouts who are already here. Particular attention is paid to helping Cub Scouts transition into Boy Scout Troops.

Summer Time Ideas

The Seasonal & Specials includes a document with excellent ideas for things we can do over the summer to publicize scouting and get a leg up on fall recruiting.

Recruiting Cubs

This Document lists some things we can all do to share what we love about cub scouting with boys who aren't in the program that we and our cub scouts meet every day.

Cub Scout to Boy Scout Transitions

The transition from a parent lead Cub Scout program to a boy lead Boy Scout program is a major event for out scouts. 95% of all Boy Scouts entered the program from a Cub Scout program. The Webelos portion of Cub Scout programs is especially important as it is designed to prepare Cub Scouts to enter a Boy Scout Troop.

Retaining Scouts

The first and best thing we can do to help Webelos transition to Boy Scouts is to retain them in the program. Finding new scouts is much more difficult than keeping scouts in the program once they join, even if it means helping them move to another pack that better suits their interests. This document provides some interesting information on scout retention and ideas to help keep scouts in the program.

For Troops

Most Boy Scouts enter the program from a Cub Scout program. This document contains information and suggestions Troops can use to help attract Cub Scouts to their program.

Leadership Roles

Packs, Troops, and the local BSA District all play important roles that help Webelos move into Boy Scout Troops. This document lists ways that all leaders can help from the perspective of their own positions.

For Webelos Parents

This document is a letter to Webelos parents from our Webelos to Scout Transition Chair. Units are invited to give copies to Webelos parents and to provide links to this Carroll District Advancements web page where they can find other recourses to help them understand their son's next step in the scouting program.