Scoutmaster Podcast 21

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1. Allan Green says

   June 15, 2010 at 10:43 am

   Hi Clark,
   Recruiting is definitely the hardest part of a Scoutmasters job, and the one I was least prepared for. There is just not much training in the BSA for it, as if no one has figured it out. I asked, “where do I find recruits?” The only answer: Webelos. Then I asked “Can I go to their meeting and make a pitch for our troop?”
   I was answered: All the Webelos have crossed over by now, or dropped out. What you SHOULD have done ten month ago is
   1) Contact all Webelos den leaders in your district,
   2) Go to their den meetings and talk up your troop,
   3) Go to their committee meetings and offer your services, teaching badges,
   4) Take them camping in the fall,
   5) Send den chiefs,
   6) Perform at Arrow of Light ceremonies,
   7) Serve at Blue Gold banquets,
   8) Contact all the Webelos who don’t cross over but drop out in the spring.
   This is a daunting task for a troop of 10 scouts and 3 adults. I have talked to boys who did not have a scouting background, from church youth groups and sports teams, and have not seen any new scouts from these activities. I would like to talk to the parents and explain how our program can help their children. My question is, “How do I get in front of them?” Maybe you can do a show on that.
   Keep up the good work.