Preparing Kids
For Real Life
Scouting gets your child outside, learning hands-on skills with friends as they grow into the next generation of leaders. Discover why thousands of families choose Northern Star Scouting for year-round fun. We offer Minnesota and Western Wisconsin youth a unique space to explore, lead, and grow through hands-on adventure.
Preparing Youth
For The Real World
Scouts BSA provides older youth with the skills they need to succeed at home, with friends and family, and within their community.
Lead With Your Peers
While Scouting has adult leadership, your child is encouraged to take action alongside their peers. Whether it’s on a campout or at a Troop meeting, your child will learn what it means to be a leader.
Explore the World
Adventure awaits with Scouting. Whether your child visits one of our amazing camps, or travel abroad to World Jamboree, Scouting encourages your child to explore the world and all it has to offer.
Hear From A Scout
Scouting is a place to meet yourself—to try new things that you’ve never been able to do before. Suddenly, Scouting makes it available to you.
George W. | A Scout in Troop 9428
Join Scouting
Follow these 3 simple steps to begin your Scouting Journey.
Find A Scouting Unit
Click the button below, enter your ZIP/postal code, choose the nearest unit to you, and select "Apply Now"
Complete the Application
Create an account with my.scouting.org, complete the application, and make a payment. Financial assistance is available.
Start Scouting
Download the My.Scouting app, contact your unit leader, and begin your Scouting Journey Today!