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JOIN SCOUTING IN YOUR COMMUNITY
Scouting is as relevant today as it was decades ago. The Aims of Scouting can easily be broken into 4 segments.
- Development of character
- Creating sound health habits
- The desire to be a life-long learner
- Cultivation of a spirit of service
Youth of all ages can grow these attributes through Scouting! Whether participating in a weekly meeting, a summer camping adventure, earning a badge, taking a hike, or supporting their community, youths gain skills while having fun and building confidence in their abilities.
Chief Seattle Council offers a plethora of ways for families to participate throughout the Puget Sound region and beyond the Cascades.
- Cub Scouts -Youth K – 5th Grade
- Scouts BSA – Youth ages 12 to 18
- Venturing – Youth 14 through 20
- Sea Scouts – Youth 14 through 20
- Exploring – Youth 14 through 20
To find a Unit near you or to register your youth online using our unit locator system select the Find A Unit Now by Zip Code button.
MILITARY DEPENDENTS FEE WAIVED
Beginning June 1, 2026, Chief Seattle Council, in partnership with Scouting America, is enhancing access to Scouting for military-connected youth by waiving the $85 national youth registration fee for qualifying families.
This initiative is applicable solely to youth members and is available for both new members and those renewing their online membership. Funded nationally through philanthropic contributions, this program is open to families with current service in the Active Duty, Reserve, or National Guard. The waiver exclusively covers the national youth registration fee, bringing the cost down to $0 once the necessary verification and discount code processes are completed. Please note that local council fees, unit dues, optional add-ons like Scout Life magazine, and processing fees may still apply.
To obtain the waiver, families should select “Get Military Discount Code” during the online registration process. After completing the verification steps, they will receive a verification code to enter at checkout. Once the code is applied, the national registration fee will be adjusted to $0. Although the $85 fee might initially show up during checkout, it will be removed once the verification code is entered. This waiver is available exclusively for online registrations, accessible at www.beAscout.org.
Order Council Printed Marketing Materials
Please note that marketing materials requests must be submitted at least 10 business days before you need to pick them up. Flyers printed by the council office must come from the Brand Center Marketing Resources. Download the pdf of your choice, then add the following: Event Name, Unit Number, Date of event, Time of event, Place of event, Contact Information, QR code if desired. This information will not be edited, it will be printed as it appears on your form, so please double check everything as they will not be reprinted.
1. Select a flyer
2. Complete Request Form
3. Copy DE on the Request
4. Schedule a Pick-up
1. Select a flyer
Select a flyer that best suits your unit’s needs or choose one from the Brand Center.
Join Event Fillable 1 Join Event Fillable 2 Fillable Post Card Spring Into Scouting Cubs
2. Complete Request Form
- At minimum 10 days prior to your Sign-Up event order the marketing materials you need. Submit the form to tradingpost@seattlebsa.org – Marketing Materials Request Form
- Allow at least 21 days to distribute marketing for a successful event.
Order Yard Signs, Mini Mags, Bookmarks & more on your request. Ask you DE what else may be available. *Designs and quantity available may vary.
3. Copy DE on the Request
- The District Executive will review, and follow up with the process until it’s complete. If you need to find who your DE is check here.
4. Schedule a Pick-up
- The office staff will advise the unit and DE when the materials are ready for pick-up. Your DE may be able to deliver these items to you.
Unit & Membership Renewal Information
Download the 2026 National Membership Fee Chart
- Unit Renewal Instructions
- Common Unit Renewal Issues
- Individual Renewal Instructions
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Submit a check by mail it to 3120 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA 98114. You may make a deposit by phone at 206-725-5200 or by paying online here *a processing fee will be applied. If you need assistance in this process, please contact the district executive for your territory or email 609membership@scouting.org.
Take Your S.A.F.E. Guarding Training
*Download the training instructions here.
Find out more from National here.
S.A.F.E Guarding Youth training is live and mandatory for all registered adult volunteers and a joining requirement for new adult members. The Course is 90 minutes long; you must complete all sections including the test. The original YPT expires May 31, 2026.
After completing the full course, a 15-minute refresher and retest is required each year to stay current. If you have already completed and are current on your previous Youth Protection Training (YPT), your certification remains valid.
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