Here are the known training dates for council planned training sessions as of 4/20/25. You can click each event to go straight to that event registration.
Hazardous Weather Training – go to online course
Safe Swim Defense – go to online course
Safety Afloat – go to online course
Climb On Safely – go to online course
Training – Health & Safety (covers numerous topics like first aid and aquatics) – link
Outdoor Programs ATV Safety & Training – link
Chainsaw Safety Training – check with your Council for this facilitated training
The Adventure Plan (replaced Trek Safely) – link
COPE and Climbing Training – link
Go to the rest of the Health and Safety downloads here.
An entire overview of quick links to setup your unit for a whole year. Download the PDF for reference.
The Den Meeting is the most important part of Cub Scouting. It is where Cub Scouts build friendships. Here are some valuable resources like “how to conduct a meeting, the parts of a meeting and den meeting resources by rank.
Here are some resources to help Cubmasters with how to prepare and run pack meetings. There are also digital tools referenced here including advancement tracking and a Family Talent Survey
A pack committee is an opportunity to involve all parents and adults in the family. These resources also help with annual budget planning, budget worksheet, incident reporting, and activity consent forms.
Leading a troop can be a daunting task. This link will redirect you to the national website which will contain resources for general troop info, troop planning, program features, ceremonies, advancement skills, activities/games/challenges, and more!
The basic premise of Scouting for youth with disabilities is that all youth want to participate fully and be respected like every other member of the unit. Special Needs and Disabilities Toolbox, Service Awards and high adventure opportunities.
Every scout deserves a trained leader.
These courses are designed to help Scouters learn how to effectively carry out their Scouting roles. In most cases, completing the course will make a Scouter “trained” for the role(s) covered in the course. Online and facilitated training is offered.
🏕️ Hey Scouting Friends! Let’s Talk Adventure!
Sure, camping is awesome (and sometimes it’s all you can do) – so get out there and pitch those tents! But when you’re ready to level up your Scouting experience, it’s time to unleash the power of Advancement!
Think of Advancement as your unit’s secret sauce for success! 🚀 It’s not just for the youth – adults get to join in on the fun too. The best part? Setting up an Advancement Program is WAY easier than wrestling with tent poles in the dark!
Want to know the inside scoop on creating an amazing Advancement Program that’ll have everyone excited and achieving their goals? We’ve got your back! Let us help you craft a rock-solid plan that’ll take your unit from good to GREAT! 💪
Ready to start this adventure together? Let’s make it happen! 🌟
🏕️ Hey Scouting Friends! Let’s Talk Growing Together!
Sure, having your current Scout family is great (and they’re all awesome) – but imagine the amazing possibilities when you build an even stronger, more diverse unit! It’s time to unlock the magic of Membership!
Think of Membership as your unit’s superpower for growth! 🌱 It’s about welcoming new faces, fresh ideas, and creating lasting friendships. The best part? Building a strong membership strategy is WAY easier than trying to cook a camp meal in the rain!
Want to know the secrets to creating an inviting, thriving unit that’ll have families lining up to join? We’ve got the blueprint! Let us help you develop an exciting recruitment plan that’ll transform your unit from a small crew to an unstoppable force of positive change! 💫
From fun recruitment nights to peer-to-peer invitations, we’ll show you how to spread the Scouting spirit in your community. Remember – every new Scout adds their own unique flavor to your unit’s adventure! 🌈
Ready to grow your Scouting family? Let’s make it happen! 🤝
Scouting America offers both online and manual member renewal processes. Listed below are instructions and several resources to assist with the renewal process. All units and members currently associated with Scouting America need to complete this process on an annual basis. Membership renewal is NO LONGER DONE AS PART OF THE RECHARTER PROCESS!
*Only Merit Badge Counselors who do not hold another registered role with Scouting America are subject to the $25 fee.
Additional information, printouts, and videos on the renewal process can be found here
Hoosier Trails Council includes a $60 Council Program fee as part of the $145 youth registration fee. The Council Program fee supports critical safety components of our organization like youth protection resources, criminal background checks, technology upgrades, and insurance coverage rates which have risen substantially over the past few years. It is our hope that this new fee will be covered through your Scout unit’s following the Ideal Year of Scouting budgeting plan and then selling Scout popcorn; however, if a family has financial concerns that would prevent them from benefiting from Scouting, we can help with that. Please see the page linked here for more information on the Council Program Fee and to find the Individual Registration Assistance Request form. Please note that any approved assistance covers ONLY the Council Program fee, National BSA registration fees must still be paid.
HTC Program Fees explained here.
ALL adult members MUST complete Youth Protection Training (YPT) at each renewal. Hoosier Trails Council has an ANNUAL Youth Protection Training requirement. Volunteers who renew without updating YPT will risk having their membership suspended until this requirement is completed.
As per Scouting America National policy, there are NO REFUNDS granted for membership fees except in the case of duplicate payment. Membership will remain in place until the expiration date.
All members will renew their membership for a 12 month period. For example, if your current registration expires December 31st of this year, your renewed membership will start on January 1st and run through the calendar year until the following December 31st. Membership renewal can be completed by either the individual, family, unit, or at the Council Service Center.
Units can renew their members if they choose. The system allows you to select all or specific individuals to renew. You can perform this action as many times as necessary during the month so if you leave someone off you can always renew their membership later.
Beginning 60 days before their expiration date, individuals will receive an email communication from Scouting America that will prompt them to renew their registration. To renew this way, individuals can either renew online or manually with the Hoosier Trails Council. See below for instructions.
Using this method, individuals can pay the unit and the unit can renew registrations on their behalf. This is ideal for units who pay for renewals through funds from the popcorn sale. To renew this way:
If your unit is not set to “Auto Approve” then you will need to go back to “Roster” and Click on the “Membership Renewal Orders” the next day and find any member renewals that are waiting for approval.
If a unit is not close, there is an opportunity to start a unit in your area. Contact us for help or questions.
Consider local community organizations like churches, civic groups (Rotary, Kiwanis, etc.), schools, or service clubs.
Meet with the leaders of the potential chartering organization. Clearly share the advantages of partnering with Scouting, including how it fits their mission and benefits their youth members.
When the organization decides to become a chartered organization, they will enter into an annual charter agreement with the local council. This agreement details the roles of both the chartered organization and the Scouting unit. The local council will assist throughout the process by providing the needed forms and information.
In order to return to a position of growth, an annual Program Fee of $60 will be assessed to each youth member, beginning January 1, 2023
While the fees for recharter goes straight to Nationals, HTC Program fees is the only money the council receives at recharter time.
The following council events have $0 cost, although there may be costs associated with food: - STEM O Ree - Cub O Ree - Shoot O Ree. MSR Camping is free!
The following are free to attend for HTC scouts: Merit Badge Days (provided lunch is additional cost). Free camping at MSR.
Although adults don't pay the Program Fee, they still enjoy a no cost for Training Expos, camping at MSR and other standard adult trainings.
It is our hope that this new fee will be covered through your Scout unit’s following the Ideal Year of Scouting budgeting plan and then selling Scout Popcorn; however, if a family has financial concerns that would prevent them from benefiting from Scouting, we can help with that. Please complete the Individual Registration Assistance Request.