Scouting America Troop 42 Berkeley
What is the Scouts BSA Program?
What is the Scouts BSA Program?
Scouts BSA is where youth develop outdoor survival skills, self-confidence, and ethics through youth planned activities with increased attention to service, community engagement, and leadership.
What Will I Do in Scouts BSA?
Scouts BSA is where youth explore their interests and develop skills by participating in outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and canoeing. Scouts earn merit badges along the journey and work towards achieving Scouting's highest rank—Eagle Scout.
The 4 Aims of Scouting
- Character Development
- Leadership Development
- Citizenship Training
- Physical and Mental health/fitness
Who Runs Scouts BSA?
Elected youth lead their troop and run the meetings and outings at the guidance of the Scoutmaster and other adult leaders.
Why Should I Join Scouts BSA?
Scouts BSA prepares youth to make ethical choices over their lifetimes and prepares them to be strong leaders, teammates, and outdoors-people. Throughout their time in Scouting, Scouts learn the value of hard work and experience the thrill of seeing it pay off. And they have a lot of fun along the way.
How are locations for hiking and camping chosen?
Troop 42 Youth leadership prioritizes locations that inspire an appreciation for the beauty of the outdoors and reverence for nature. They also look to members of their troop for input and collaboration. Events are planned in a way that ensures that youth participating build outdoor skills and confidence in a safe manner.