Volunteers

The BSA relies on dedicated volunteers to promote its mission of instilling the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law in Scouts.

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Leaders

Volunteer Training for the 21st Century

By Scouting magazine

New BSA training — highlighted by a single, leadership-focused Wood Badge — provides Scouters with both timely program-specific skills and a broader knowledge and appreciation of the total Scouting program.

Leaders

How to get the most from junior assistant Scoutmasters

By Scouting magazine

When Scouter J.H. asked how to best use a troops 16- and 17-year-old leaders, readers cited many ways JASMs can contribute, while in the process gaining experience for a future role as an adult Scout leader.

Leader Advice and Inspiration

Scouters weigh in on the battle of the sexes

By Scouting magazine

In our October issue, M.B., a female Scouter, reported that the Scoutmaster of her troop did not work well with women leaders and passed along his “male chauvinist” attitudes to the Scouts. M.B. asked, “What should I do?”

Leaders

How to recruit qualified leaders

By Scouting magazine

Troop Committee Member J.B. reported in our May-June issue that her son’s troop has constant turnover among its adult leaders. Many activities have to be canceled when a Scoutmaster leaves, and the troop has no sense of unity. What can be done?