Leader Development - Scouting America New Hampshire

05/02/2026

Den Chief Training will be offered on May 16th at Camp Carpenter. This coincides with the Massabesic Chuck-Wagon. All Scouts BSA, Crew, or Sea Scouts interested in becoming a Den Chief, or improving their Den Chief skills should consider attending. Den Leaders and Cub Masters (and assistants) are invited to attend as well to find out how a Den Chief can help your Dens and Packs. There is no charge for this event.

Registration is limited to 30 scouts.

Details can be found at

A Den Chief is a ScoutsBSA Scout (First Class or above, Second Class with Scoutmaster Approval), Venturer (Discovery or Above) or Sea Scout (Ordinary

11/13/2025

Just about 8 days before the University of Scouting Event. Please note that the location has changed to The Founders Academy in Manchester, NH.

Courses offered include:
Cub Leader Specific Training
Scouts BSA Leader Specific Training
Venturing Leader Specific Training
Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops
Safeguarding Youth Training
NEW - Goal Setting & Time Management

We've also added a session specifically for Troop Committee Members, the Troop Committee Challenge.

Time is short. Register today!

https://scoutingevent.com/330-106076

Step into a morning dedicated to strengthening the heart of Scouting — its leaders. This University of Scouting event is designed exclusively fo

11/09/2025

Scouting U recently launched the “Trained to Make a Difference Campaign” with a focus on having Direct Contact Leaders fully trained for their role in Scouting. Trained leaders build stronger units, deliver better programs, and inspire Scouts to reach their full potential.

Help make a difference in Scouting by supporting Direct Contact Leader training in your unit, council, or territory! Reach out to your Council Training Team or your Territory Training Coordinator to get involved.

10/23/2025

🌟 Special Needs Scouting Service Award 🌟

We’re excited to highlight the Special Needs Scouting Service Award—an honor established to recognize adults, both volunteers and professionals, who go above and beyond to support Scouts with disabilities and special needs.

This award celebrates those who:

✅ Take direct action to support members with disabilities/special needs
✅ Promote inclusiveness, diversity, and disability awareness within Scouting
✅ Help create stronger, more accessible programs for all Scouts

By recognizing these efforts, the award shines a light on the amazing resources available to serve Scouts with special needs and ensures every Scout has the opportunity to succeed.

Recipients of this award may also be considered for higher honors, such as the Council-level Torch of Gold Award and the National-level Woods Services Award, honoring exemplary service in special needs Scouting.

Let’s celebrate those making Scouting inclusive for everyone! 🌟🤝

Learn more here 👇

https://www.scouting.org/awards/awards-central/special-needs/

10/09/2025

10/05/2025

On September 27-28, thirty-two scout leaders from across Scouting America New Hampshire came together to complete their outdoor training (IOLS or BALOO) as part of our CLAW / SLAW training courses. Following the outdoor courses, fifteen of those leaders spend their Sunday afternoon completing their position specific training.

Please consider joining us at Camp Carpenter in Manchester, NH for our next CLAW/SLAW training courses on May 30-31, 2026.

Registration for these courses will be opening soon. We hope to see you there!

09/21/2025

Have questions about advancement and how it works? Do you want to better understand the mechanism of advancement? Join this webinar on October 1st and get your questions answered.

🤔 Ever get different answers from different leaders about Scouts BSA advancement requirements? You’re not alone!

On October 1, 2025, at 8:00 PM (ET), Scouts BSA will host “Advancement Myths – BUSTED!”, a free webinar designed to clear up confusion, address common misconceptions, and share the official facts about advancement. It’s an ideal session for Scouts, parents, and troop leaders who want straight answers.

✅ Get clarity
✅ Bust the myths
✅ Support Scouts on their journey

Register here👇

https://scouting-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YzYmxMMqQJK0HqvH6nsYBQ #/registration

If your comments exceed the character limit of the registration comment field, send them as an email to [email protected].

This event will be recorded, and we will post it on the Commissioners of Scouting America page afterwards.

08/27/2025

Are you a Cub Scout leader who wants to be more involved in your pack's outdoor program? Do you want to know how to plan an exciting, successful, and safe pack outing? Do you need to complete your leader specific training?

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then please join us at Hidden Valley on September 27-28 for our Cub Leader Adventure Weekend (CLAW). This full weekend training event starts with Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) where we'll cover the essential skills necessary to run safe and successful overnight camping trips, including camping skills (tent setup, cooking, campfire planning), health and safety, outdoor program planning (games, hikes), and Cub Scout-specific camping guidelines. BALOO is followed by position specific training for all Cub Scout Leader positions: Cubmaster and Den Leader (and assistants), as well as Pack Committee.

There is no cost for this training, however registration is required.

Registration closes on September 12th at 11:59PM, so don't delay!

More information, as well as course registration, can be found at
https://scoutingevent.com/330-98935