University of Scouting 2025

The University of Scouting 

Saturday, March 22nd, 2025

William T Rogers Middle School, Kings Park

8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

A single-day supplemental training program designed for Scouting America Adult Volunteers. It is an open forum for Best Practices, Skill Development, and Scouting America Training & Program relevant material. The fee for Scouting University is $25.00 per person, which includes lunch.

Scouts BSA Sessions - A curriculum developed specifically for Troop Leaders and Volunteers. Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, Committee Members, and other Volunteers will gain valuable knowledge on building their Scouting America Troops and enabling their youth leadership.

Cub Scout Sessions - Learn from seasoned Cub Scout leaders through several course offerings on how to recruit for your pack, dealing with difficult situations, building your volunteer core, and more.

Multi-Program Sessions - Offerings include topics that apply to all levels of Scouting America programs. Information and skills that can help both your pack or troop, and your own experience as a Scout leader.

Here are just some of the class sessions being offered:

• Summer Camp - Its More Than Merit Badges
• Scoutbook for Cub Packs
• Marketing Your Unit
• Community Service Ideas
• Running Effective Committees
• Building a Successful Pack Program
• Cub Pack Camping
• Hiking Through History
• Campfire Programs
• Registration FAQs
• Energizing Your Program - Keeping Scouts Interested
• Hiking for Cubs
• What Can Your Unit Commissioner Do For You?
• Introduction to High Adventure
• The Importance of the Eagle Coach
• Recruiting Adult Volunteers
• Cub Scout Summer Camp Programs
• Scoutbook for Troops
• Why do I need a Den Chief?
• Fishing with Cub Scouts
• Scouts Own - What is it and How to Plan One
• Team Building Games
• Scout Cuisine
• Ever Alert, Ever Safe
• Find our full list of over 60 class sessions when you access our registration system for this event....

Download the Scouting University flyer HERE.

Den Chief Training 

Den Chief Training is also being offered. It is a specialized program designed to equip Scouts with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively assist Cub Scout den leaders. This training focuses on leadership development, understanding the Cub Scout program, and learning how to engage younger scouts in activities. The fee for Den Chief Training is $20.00 per Scout, which includes lunch.

Download the Den Chief Training flyer HERE.

Use the registration button below to register for either Scouting University, Den Chief Training, or both.

You can add Kids Program/Child Care during the registration process. (See more information in the sidebar above.)