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?
(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
Include your printed YPT certification.