Why Join Scouting

Scouting offers youth an unmatched opportunity to grow in character, leadership, and life skills. Through hands-on adventures, outdoor experiences, and community service, Scouts build confidence and friendships that last a lifetime.

• Character development — Scouts learn the values of the Scout Oath and Law through practice, not just words.
• Outdoor adventure — Camping, hiking, canoeing, and more keep Scouts active and connected to nature.
• Leadership skills — Youth-led activities teach responsibility, teamwork, and decision-making.
• Community service — Scouts give back through service projects that make a real difference.
• Lifelong friendships — Shared experiences create bonds that last well beyond Scouting years.

Cub Scouts (K–5th grade): Den meetings are held roughly monthly (varies by den), with monthly Pack meetings on Monday evenings (6:30–7:30 PM) at the Church of the Holy Spirit. Pack campouts and outdoor activities happen about 6 times per year. Cub Scouting is family-oriented — parents stay with their Scouts for meetings and campouts. There is no fundraising requirement.

Scouts BSA (6th–12th grade): Troop meetings are every Wednesday, 7:00–8:15 PM. Monthly weekend campouts run August through November and January through May, plus a 4-day winter camp in December and week-long summer camp in June. The program is Scout-led — Scouts plan meetings, lead campouts, and manage their patrols.

Scouting is designed to be affordable for every family.

Cub Scouts (Pack 519)

• Annual registration: ~$100 (national & council fees, paid online at registration)
• Local Pack fee: ~$25/year (covers patches, supplies, snacks — paid directly to Pack in fall)
• Activities & campouts: Pay-as-you-go, typically $15–$50 per person
• Summer camps: Approximately $100–$150 per person

There is no fundraising requirement.

Scouts BSA (Troop 519)

• Annual registration: ~$125 (national & council fees, paid at registration and annually on renewal date)
• Local Troop fee: $25–$100 (often offset by fundraising and grants — paid to Troop each fall)
• Weekend campouts: $50–$200
• Winter camp: $200–$250
• Summer camp: $400–$500

Families choose their level of participation based on interest and availability.

Scholarships are available. No Scout is ever turned away for financial reasons. Contact us confidentially if you need assistance.