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  • How to register and re-new my registration as a Merit Badge Counselor?
    To reregister as a merit badge counselor, must complete an adult application (if not already registered), complete the Merit Badge Counselor Information Form, and ensure Youth Protection Training is up-to-date. The registration is valid for one year and must be renewed annually. Here's a more detailed breakdown: Steps for Reregistration: Verify Existing Registration: Check your my.scouting.org account ("My Profile" and "My Training") to confirm your current registration status, expiration dates, and Youth Protection Training completion. Complete the Merit Badge Counselor Information Form: You can find the form from the link provided in the search results. Council/District Advancement Committee: Your local council's or district's advancement committee will review the form. Contact: If you have questions, you may reach out to your council service center, your district's merit badge dean, or the council's program director for assistance. Youth Protection Training: Ensure your Youth Protection Training certificate is up-to-date. Adult Application: If not currently registered in any Scouting position, you'll need to complete an Adult Application. Merit Badge Counselor Position Code: For the Adult Application, use position code 42. Registration Fee: If not already registered in a Scouting position, there is a $25 registration fee for Merit Badge Counselors. Submit to Council: Submit the completed forms and any required fees to your local council. Contact for Help: For assistance with your registration renewal, contact your local council's advancement committee or council service center. See Advancement page. Important Notes: Annual Renewal: Merit Badge Counselor registrations are valid for one year and require renewal each year. Scoutbook: Leaders can find a list of merit badge counselors on the unit page in Scoutbook. Council Contact: If a counselor is not showing up as a merit badge counselor in Scoutbook, contact your council's service center. Merit Badge Counselor Visibility: You can adjust how you display on the list of merit badge counselors in Scoutbook. Counselor for Any Scout: The setting "Counselor for any Scout in the BSA" means the counselor is visible to any unit in the BSA. According to Scoutbook Knowledge Base.
  • How can I verify my list of completed merit badges?
    To verify your completed merit badges, as a youth Scout or adult in Scouting, you can log into Scoutbook, click "My Dashboard," and access the "My Profile" section to view your records. Here's a more detailed breakdown: As a Youth Scout (or Adult with Youth Scout Access): Log in to Scoutbook using your MyScouting credentials. Go to "My Dashboard". Click on "My Profile". Here you should see an overview of your advancement, including completed merit badges. As an Adult (Merit Badge Counselor or other): Log into Scoutbook using your MyScouting credentials. Click "My Dashboard" Click on "My Account" and then "My Positions". Under the "My Current Positions & Roles" section, you should see a "Merit Badge Counselor" position, which will allow you to see the list of badges you've been assigned to counsel. You can also generate a "Scouts BSA History Report" under "Reports" on My Dashboard, entering your BSA Member ID and last name to access your own records. If you previously completed merit badges in another unit/council: You may need to consolidate records by adding your previous BSA IDs to your MyScouting account if they're fragmented. If you moved across council lines, your records might be fragmented, so ensure all records are linked to your MyScouting account.
  • How to link your Member ID to the CRC in my.scouting.org
    To link your Member ID to the Connecticut Rivers Council in my.scouting.org, log in, click "Menu" then "Manage Member ID", select "Connecticut Rivers Council, BSA 066, East Hartford" from the dropdown, enter your Member ID, and click "Add Member ID". Here's a more detailed breakdown: Login to My.Scouting.org: Visit my.scouting.org and log in with your existing credentials. Access "Manage Member ID": Click on the Menu icon in the upper left corner. Select "Manage Member ID". Select the Correct Council: Click on the drop-down box and select "Connecticut Rivers Council, BSA 066, East Hartford". Enter Your Member ID: Enter your Member ID in the provided field. Add the Member ID: Click the "Add Member ID" button.
  • How do I find merit badge counselor lists on Scoutbook?
    How to find merit badge counselor lists on Scoutbook, troop, crew, and ship leaders can access them on the unit page, while district and council leaders can access them through the my.scouting.org. To find a merit badge counselor for a specific badge, you can search the list by badge name. Here's a more detailed breakdown: For Troop, Crew, and Ship Leaders: Log in to Scoutbook: Go to scoutbook.scouting.org. Go to your unit page: Click on "My Dashboard", then "Administration", then your unit. Find the Merit Badge Counselor list: Scroll down the unit page until you find the "MB Counselor List". Search for counselors: Use the search function to find counselors by badge name and location. For District and Council Leaders: Log in to My.Scouting.org: Use your my.scouting ID and password. Navigate to your council or district roster: Go to your council or district, then click on "Roster" and then "Reports". Export to Excel: Export the list to Excel to filter by merit badge. Filter by merit badge: Use Excel to filter the list by the specific merit badge you're looking for.
  • How to verify if my YPT is active & how do I print out certificate?
    To verify active Youth Protection Training (YPT) and print/download the certificate, log into My.Scouting.org, navigate to "My Training" under the "Menu," find "My Youth Protection Training," and look for the printer icon next to "Retake Course" to open a PDF you can print or save. Here's a more detailed breakdown: Verifying and Printing/Downloading YPT Certificate: 1. Log into My.Scouting.org: Go to the My.Scouting.org website. Sign in with your registered username and password. 2. Access "My Training": Click on "Menu" in the top left corner of the page. Alternatively click on your profile picture in the upper right corner Then click "My Training". 3. Locate "My Youth Protection Training": Find the section labeled "My Youth Protection Training". 4. Print or Download Certificate: Look for a small printer icon, usually a blue printer icon, next to "Retake Course". Click the printer icon. A PDF version of your YPT certificate will open in a new browser tab, allowing you to print or save the document to your computer.
  • I have a district question, where do I go?
    First and foremost, reach out to your Unit Comissioner, who can help you with unit-level & district-related questions. They are there to help you, answer questions you might have, and resolve issues you need assistance with. If you have questions about upcoming events, round tables or more: You may find the information you are looking for on your district's Facebook page. Western: Facebook Southeastern: Facebook Charter Oak: Facebook Leaders of the Revolution: Facebook In the event you need additional help, please contact your district committee. If you need immediate help, have an emergency, charter questions, membership assistance, or flyers for membership, reach out to your district executive: District Director - Western Lucas Blinn Lucas.Blinn@scouting.org ​ Senior District Executive- Charter Oak Ricki Ann Levesque Rickiann.Levesque@scouting.org ​ Senior District Executive – Leaders of the Revolution District Chip Goss Eugene.Goss@scouting.org ​ District Executive – Southeastern District Pat Malin Patrick.Malin@scouting.org
  • What are the camping options?
    We currently have 4 camps, and 3 with active programs. June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation located in Ashford, CT has programs for all ages, as well as summer camp day and residential options. https://www.gotowebster.org/ Mattatuck Scout Reservation Located in Plymouth CT has programs for all ages all year long, as well as summer camp day and residential options. https://www.campmattatuck.org/ Camp Workcoeman has a variety of options for scouts of all ages all year long, as well as speciality camps and al la carte options for units and families. https://campworkcoeman.org/ Camp Barbour in Norfolk has campsites for use for units and offers limited program during the year. All the program camps offer off season cabin rentals, family camping options, planned programing and more. Visit their websites to learn more! Camp site reservations can be made: https://campreservation.com/066/Home
  • What are the Scout Shop Hours?
    Information about the scout shops are here: Scout Shop & Trading Posts | CRC Scouting America. Please visit our Facebook Page for unexpected closings or delays in opening. Currently the Council Office Scout Shop is not open, and we do not have a date for the opening. Thank you!
  • Where can I find files or resources:
    Go to our menu and visit our 'File Hub' It offers an array of files that could be helpful. If you need to suggest a file we don't have, there's contact information at the bottom of the page for suggestions. This feature works best in desktop mode. You can also use our search option to find great information regarding the topic you are looking for. We are still adding to our brand new website, and additional resources will be added shortly. If you can't find it here, the national website may have the resources you are looking for! Please visit Boy Scouts of America | Prepared. For Life.â„¢
  • How can I sign my child up for Scouts?
    It's Easy! Go to www.beascout.org You can easily sign up for Cub Scouts: K-5th Grade Scouts BSA 6th - 12th Grade OR 10-17 years old Exploring, SeaScouts & Venturing are also available.
  • How do I link my Member ID to the Connecticut Rivers Council in my.scouting.org
    To link your Member ID to the Connecticut Rivers Council in my.scouting.org, log in, click "Menu" then "Manage Member ID", select "Connecticut Rivers Council, BSA 066, East Hartford" from the dropdown, enter your Member ID, and click "Add Member ID". Here's a more detailed breakdown: Login to My.Scouting.org: Visit my.scouting.org and log in with your existing credentials. Access "Manage Member ID": Click on the Menu icon in the upper left corner. Select "Manage Member ID". Select the Correct Council: Click on the drop-down box and select "Connecticut Rivers Council, BSA 066, East Hartford". Enter Your Member ID: Enter your Member ID in the provided field. Add the Member ID: Click the "Add Member ID" button.
  • How do I add a new question & answer?
    To add a new FAQ follow these steps: 1. Manage FAQs from your site dashboard or in the Editor 2. Add a new question & answer 3. Assign your FAQ to a category 4. Save and publish. You can always come back and edit your FAQs.
  • How do I edit or remove the 'Frequently Asked Questions' title?
    You can edit the title from the FAQ 'Settings' tab in the Editor. To remove the title from your mobile app go to the 'Site & App' tab in your Owner's app and customize.
  • Can I insert an image, video, or GIF in my FAQ?
    Yes. To add media follow these steps: 1. Manage FAQs from your site dashboard or in the Editor 2. Create a new FAQ or edit an existing one 3. From the answer text box click on the video, image or GIF icon 4. Add media from your library and save.
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