Rivers Edge District, Cascade Pacific Council

08/24/2026

Registration is open for the Rivers Edge Webelos Woods (Trail to Troops). Reserve your spot today!!

October 2-4, 2026Knight's QuestEvent to introduce Webelos to Scouting America BSA level structure. BALOO will be offered during this event. M

08/23/2026

Who Welcomes the New Family to Your Troop?

Joining Scouts BSA can be exciting—but for a new Scout and their family, there’s also a lot to learn. New faces. New terminology. A new calendar. Uniforms, advancement, camping, meetings and plenty of questions.

That’s where a New Member Coordinator can make a difference.

The New Member Coordinator’s focus is simple: help new members and their families feel welcome, connected and comfortable in Scouting.

At the unit level, New Member Coordinators:

Serve as welcoming ambassadors for the unit.

Build relationships with new Scouts and their families.

Work with the unit committee to develop and carry out the Unit Membership Plan.

Complete New Member Coordinator training and work with the district membership team.

And this isn't only about recruiting. As the article notes, New Member Coordinators can be a valuable part of retention. Getting a family to join is only the beginning. Helping them understand the program, make connections and feel like they belong can help turn a new registration into a long-term Scouting experience.

As fall recruiting gets underway, this is a good time for troop committees to ask:

Do we have someone whose job is to make sure our new families don't get lost in the shuffle?

Learn more about the position and available resources:

New Member Coordinator resources
https://scoutingwire.org/marketing-and-membership-hub/councils/new-member-coordinator/

Everything You Need to Know About the New Member Coordinator Position
https://onscouting.org/2019/09/25/new-member-coordinator/

08/23/2026

Get the latest news from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America PLUS the latest marketing tools to welcome new families into Scouting including new "Prepared. For Life." campaign videos for your social media! Check it out at https://cpcscouting.org/marketing Want to be a part of Scouting in...

08/21/2026

A great Cub Scout experience starts with a great welcome. Follow these steps to help new Cub Scouts and their families feel welcomed, connected, supported, and part of the Pack.

08/18/2026

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September 19, 2026Invite your friends to join the fun and adventure only found in Scouting America with this year's Fishing Fun Day! Or bring your

08/16/2026

Please spread the word! We are hosting an Oregon City Scout Expo! Saturday, August 22nd from 1-4pm at Rivercrest Park.

08/12/2026

Just one day left to register for the Rivers Edge District Dinner! Hope you join us!

Join us for a heartwarming evening at the 2026 Rivers Edge District Celebration, where we honor our amazing Volunteers, Scouts, and their families! Th

08/11/2026

08/07/2026

The clock starts the moment a new family registers. Did you know that contacting a family within 48 hours is one of the single most effective ways to secure long-term retention? Don't let their initial excitement fade into radio silence. Assign a dedicated New Member Coordinator to send a quick text or email welcoming them right away.

👉 What does your unit send out in those first 48 hours? Let’s swap ideas below!