Sea Scouts Territory 12

06/05/2026

What QUESTS are you planning for 2027? Here are some tips, in under 2 1/2 minutes !

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06/03/2026

COMING TO A DIGITAL DEVICE NEAR YOU SOON !

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06/03/2026

Here’s some clarity on the Safeguarding Youth Training:

🎓 Old YPT (no 90-minute course completed)?
➡️ Full 90-minute course required

⏰ 90-minute course expired more than 6 days ago?
➡️ Full 90-minute course required

🔄 90-minute course expired 6 days or less OR still active?
➡️ Refresher course assigned

📧 Renewal emails will direct participants to “My Training”, where they can select “Take Course” or “Retake Course”. The system will automatically guide them to the correct training based on their status.

⚠️ Important note - Anyone who has completed only the refresher without ever completing the full 90-minute course will still need to complete the full course. Clearing the browser cache may be necessary to ensure the “Retake Course” button routes correctly.

05/22/2026

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📢 A New, Simpler Renewal Cycle for All Members

Scouting America announced an important change at last week’s National Annual Meeting that will simplify the membership and unit renewal process nationwide.

📅 By February 2028, all members and all units will have a single, common renewal month of February.

This change is in response to feedback from unit leaders and other Scouters who asked for a simpler, more consistent renewal experience. We appreciate and value their input.

🔑 Key updates include:

🔹 Beginning September 2026, all units due for renewal will renew to February 2028.

🔹 All memberships and unit charters will have a common renewal month of February by February 2028

➡️ To simplify the process and in response to unit leaders' requests, Scouting America is returning to unit control of member renewals. If the unit does not renew a member, that member may renew themselves after the unit-only period closes.

⚠️ The current 60-day grace period will end December 31, 2026

🔹 Members renewing in November 2026 will still receive a 30-day grace period through December

🔹 Members renewing in December 2026 must renew by December 31 to avoid being dropped

🛠️ To support the transition during 2026 and 2027:

🔹 Beginning in September 2026, new and renewing units will use the standard charter fee plus pro rata fees through February 2028

🔹 No changes for new and renewing members through 2026

📌 Unit leaders should watch for updates from their local council, as additional guidance and implementation details may vary by council during the transition period.

This is a significant operational change designed to reduce complexity and create a more streamlined experience for volunteers, families, and councils alike.

05/22/2026

This is an awesome conference for anyone who is interested in, or involved with, membership and retention. And yes, it is applicable to Sea Scouts and Venturing! I learned a lot and I am still applying and sharing what I learned.
- Walt Witucki
Sea Scout membership team - PA & NJ

Monday Membership Moment

Growth does not happen by accident. It happens when leaders invest in learning, collaboration, and bold action.

Have you registered for the Growing Scouting conference at Philmont Training Center, June 14–20, 2026? This experience is designed for leaders who are ready to strengthen their councils, grow membership, and create lasting impact in their communities.

You will gain practical strategies for building highly effective growth teams, better engaging today’s families, and developing recruitment and retention efforts that deliver real results. Even more powerful, you will connect with passionate Scouting leaders from across the country who are committed to growing the movement together.

Consider sending a team from your council so you can return with shared ideas, renewed energy, and momentum to put plans into action immediately. Discounts are available for councils bringing three or more participants, as well as for those attending Philmont Training Center for multiple weeks. Scholarship opportunities may also be available during registration.

The future of Scouting depends on leaders willing to learn, lead, and inspire others. Be part of the momentum. Register today and help shape the next generation of Scouting growth.

Register here:
https://tinyurl.com/hwea36y7

05/21/2026

Effective immediately, any youth or adult whose membership has expired may reregister within 12 months of their expiration date without submitting a new application.

The only exception is for adults transferring to a different unit with a different Chartered Organization Representative (COR), as a new application will still be required in that situation.

05/01/2026

Awesome opportunity for paddle craft focused Ships!

Come join a crew of individual scouts from across the country on the adventure of a lifetime! This epic 115 mile trek will take you from our base on Moose Lake to the largest lake in the world, Lake Superior. Large waterfalls, scenic vistas, and more await this crew as they traverse the historical border route.

We only have one Individual Grand Portage trek this summer, June 10-20th, so join this crew now while you still can!

Visit the link in the comments to learn more

01/25/2026

And an AWESOME EVENT FOR SEA SCOUTS ! Help spread the word through out Sea Scouting community !

11/30/2025

With the end of 2025 in sight, now is the perfect time to brush up on social media marketing for Scouting! If you have not done so already, check out our 2025 Scouting America Social Media Playbook 👇

https://scouting.webdamdb.com/bp/ #/folder/13252659/1

If you have any questions or concerns related to Social Media, reach out to our dedicated team at [email protected].

11/11/2025

Happy Veteran's Day to all of my brothers and sisters in arms who hung up one uniform only to put on another. ~ Shawn Niemann