There is an exciting way for you to show off your Scouting pride and support our Greater Tampa Bay Area Council Scouts at the same time—by getting a “Scouting Teaches Values” specialty license plate for your vehicle! How to Purchase: Visit your local tax collector’s office when renewing your vehicle registration. Request the BSA specialty…
Join us as GTBAC Training Chair Cassie Riddick explores the world of training in Scouting and its vital importance. Discover the various training opportunities available and why investing in your skills is the key to Scouting success. Adult TrainingYouth Training
ACTIVITIES Two registered adult leaders 21 years of age or older are required at all Scouting activities, including all meetings. There must be a registered female adult leader 21 years of age or older in every unit serving females. A registered female adult leader 21 years of age or older must be present for any…
Join us as Ivana Sheppard, our Membership Chair, shares invaluable insights and expert tips to help your unit attract and recruit more scouts than ever! Click play to watch the Scouting Beacon and click below to see the 2023 National Recruitment Materials! 2023 Recruitment ResourcesMembership Fee Changes
Effective Sept. 1, 2023, there are two big program changes for Scouting: Pack Camping is now 2 nights Cub Scout packs who are conducting their own overnight camping activity may now camp up to two consecutive nights. Cub Scout packs who are conducting their own overnight camping activities must continue to have at least one…
By Michael Freeman From Aaron on Scouting While volunteering with the Messengers of Hope Mission, Jackson D. noticed a need. The Florida-based food pantry would ask its volunteers to load up canned goods and frozen food, and drive it all to a parking lot for low-income families and those experiencing homelessness to pick up. “Since…
Annual Membership Fee Change, Reminder and Update New Annual Membership Fee Process Announced – BSA Will No Longer Prorate Fees for New Members beginning August 1, 2023. Beginning August 1, 2023, all new youth and adult members who join Scouting will be enrolled in a 12-month membership cycle, and BSA will cease prorating fees. Both…
Get ready for an action-packed Summer of Scouting! Join Paul McClogan, the Flaming Arrow Program Director, as he details some of our most exciting summer events. Don’t WAIT. To register or gather more information about these incredible experiences, visit the council calendar by clicking here!
Effective August 1, 2023, the BSA will implement the following national membership fees which were approved by the Volunteer National Executive Committee: $80 for Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouting participants ($5 increase) $60 for all adult volunteers ($15 increase to provide general liability insurance and enhanced background checks) $25 one-time joining fee…
Join us for a month full of exciting Council and District events, as highlighted by Council Board Member Dr. Ed Dadez. You can find more information on our calendar! Happy Scouting!