Welcome to Scouting America!
Scouting is adventure, family, fun, character, leadership, and so much more.
In Scouting, boys and girls start with their best right now selves and grow into their very best future selves. It’s fun, hands-on learning and achievement that puts kids in the middle of the action and prepares them for today – and for life.
Mountaineer Area Council supports the implementation of Scouting America programs in north central West Virginia.
2024 Membership Assistance Form (to be completed by unit leaders)
Boys and Girls
Grades K-5
(Ages 5-10)
Local Unit: Pack
Adult Leader: Cubmaster
Cub Scout packs are boy-only, girl-only, or family (for boys & girls)
Boys and Girls
Grades 6-12
(Ages 11-17)
Local Unit: Troop
Adult Leader: Scoutmaster
Scouts BSA troops are single-gender and either for boys or girls.
Co-ed
Ages 14-20
Local Unit: Crew
Adult Leader: Advisor
Venturing is co-ed, with units for boys, girls, or both
Co-ed
Ages 14-20
Career Education
Local Unit: Post
Adult Leader: Advisor
Exploring is co-ed, with units for boys, girls, or both
Cub Scouts 101
(for parents/guardians)
Why Join Scouts BSA?
(for youth)
Frequently Asked Questions
Meeting times and locations vary. Typically, though, units meet weekly or bi-weekly during the school year and less frequently during the summer. Each individual unit will work to set a meeting location and schedule that is convenient for its members. With a number of units meeting in most neighborhoods, there is sure to be an option that fits within your family’s schedule.
When compared to the cost of sports and many other activities, there is no doubt that Scouting delivers great value to its members! The annual registration fee to join Scouting is $85, with a $25 Council Fee. In addition, there are one-time uniform costs and nominal activity fees that may be charged by your local unit (ie pack, troop, crew). Of course, these costs may be offset by unit fundraising efforts and other available assistance funds. Please contact your local unit leadership for details.
Absolutely! Scouting seeks to provide the positive outcomes of character development and leadership skills for all eligible youth. Since its founding in 1910, the BSA has guided young men and women of all abilities down their path to success. Based on the individual needs and circumstances involved, unit leadership will work with a child’s parents to ensure a challenging and rewarding Scouting experience.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering! There is nothing more rewarding than helping young people take their first steps down the path to success. It’s easy to get started! Simply complete an online adult application and submit it, along with the $60 annual registration fee. They will guide you step-by-step through the process. Haven’t yet found a unit, or need contact information? Click here for options near you! You can also email us at info@macbsa.org for non-unit (district and council) volunteer opportunities.
You’ve made a great choice to explore the fun and adventure of Scouting! To get started, simply complete an online youth application and submit it, along with the $85 annual registration fee and $25 Council Fee. You can also apply online at www.beascout.org They will guide you step-by-step through the process. Haven’t yet found a unit, or need contact information? Click here for options near you!