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Volunteering Opportunities

Make a difference in the lives of young people.

Be a volunteer!

The BSA program provides an invaluable service to youth nationwide. By becoming a volunteer, you can help ensure that every young person has the opportunity to benefit from the Scouting experience.

As a volunteer, you can make a positive difference in the lives of young people. You will help them develop essential life skills, such as leadership, teamwork, and self-reliance. You will also help them learn about the importance of service to others.

Becoming a volunteer is a great way to give back to your community. It is also a great way to meet new people and make new friends. If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of young people, then becoming a volunteer with the BSA program is the right choice for you.

There are several ways/locations to serve.

  • The Ozark Trails Office in Springfield
  • Leadership and fundraising
  • Working with youth
  • One of our 4 Camp Properties:
  • Camp Arrowhead in Marshfield, MO
  • Cow Creek in Branson, MO
  • Frank Childress Scout Reservation in Joplin, MO
  • Camp Plagens in Pittsburg, KS

STEP ONE:

Take Youth Protection Training (YPT)

Need help finding a local Troop or Pack?

Youth Protection Training

(You will be asked to sign in or create an account and issued a BSA Membership number.)
*BSA Adult Applications will NOT be processed without proof of completed YPT*

STEP TWO:

Register with BSA Adult Application, No. 524-501

REgistration Form

Include your printed YPT certification.

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  • Order of the Arrow
  • Tribe of the Lone Bear
  • Pinewood Derby
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  • Hooked on Scouting

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  • Commissioner Service
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  • National Youth Leadership Training
  • Online Training at MyScouting.org
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Springfield, MO 65809,
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Phone: 417-883-1636
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