Find Local Scouting
Find Cub Scout packs, Scout troops, and other Scouting programs near you.
Find Scouting Near MeNo. Many families are brand new to Scouting. Local leaders will help you understand how the program works.
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Find Your Scouting Adventure
Scouting helps kids build confidence, make friends, discover the outdoors, and grow into leaders right here in the Tampa Bay area.
Find Your Scouting GroupBoys & Girls: K–12th Grade
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Choose What Works for Your Family
Whether you are ready to join, want to meet us first, or would like a little help, there is an easy way to get started.
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Find a nearby Scouting night or public event where your family can meet local leaders.
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Have Someone Contact MeA Scouting Program For Everyone
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Cub Scouts
Grades K–5
Family adventures, outdoor fun, games, and hands-on activities that help kids build confidence, make friends, and discover what they can do.
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Scouts BSA
Ages 11–17
Camping, outdoor adventure, new skills, leadership, merit badges, and the journey toward Eagle Scout.
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Exploring
Ages 10–20
Hands-on experiences that help young people explore careers, build workplace skills, and discover possibilities for their future.
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Sea Scouts
Ages 14–20
Boating, sailing, maritime skills, leadership, and adventure on and around the water.
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Venturing
Ages 14–20
Youth-led adventure, leadership, service, and experiences shaped around the interests and goals of each crew.
Explore VenturingA Place to Have Fun. A Chance to Grow.
Scouting gives kids something to look forward to: time outside, a place to belong, hands-on experiences, and chances to build confidence along the way.
- Outdoor adventures
- New friendships
- Hands-on skills
- Leadership and confidence
Find a Scouting Night Near You
Type your child’s school or city to find an upcoming opportunity to meet local Scouts and leaders.
Try “Pride,” “Westchase,” or “Tampa.”
Questions about Scouting?
Yes. All Scouting America programs are open to girls and boys.
Registration assistance may be available for families who need help.
That is completely fine. Scouting is designed to help kids learn step by step.
No. Families are encouraged to find a unit that feels like the right fit.
Yes. Many Scouts also participate in sports, clubs, music, and other activities. Meeting schedules vary by local unit, so families can look for a group that fits their schedule.
That’s okay. Scouting includes much more than camping, with STEM, games, service projects, hands-on skills, leadership, and other activities that let kids discover what they enjoy.
Yes. Scouting gives homeschool families another way for kids to make friends, learn hands-on skills, get outdoors, and participate in group activities. Families using Step Up For Students may also be able to use eligible scholarship funds toward Scouting club fees.
Yes. Eligible youth in Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard, and Coast Guard families can have the $85 national youth registration fee waived when registering online and completing the verification process. Other local, unit, optional, and processing fees may still apply.
Still Have Questions?
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