Membership Resources
All membership applications are online. Use BeAScout.orgfor every unit-level application,youth and adult.
Getting started with membership
Apply online through BeAScout.org
Youth and adult unit-level applications are all handled online at BeAScout.org. There are no paper applications to track down.
Applying for a district or council position?
Contact your District Executive to get the correct application link. You can find district contacts on the Districts page.
Complete the CORI background check
The Narragansett Council requires an additional background check for adults,called the CORI check. The form and instructions are emailed to applicants as needed,and the check is only done together with an application.
Becoming a Merit Badge Counselor?
Register at the district level first,then submit the Merit Badge Counselor Info Sheetto the council. Registering at the district level must come first.
Next steps for new leaders
Take required training
Start with Safeguarding Youth Training,then your role-specific courses.
Meet other leaders
Roundtables are the easiest way to ask questions and meet the leaders in your district.
Know the safety basics
Review incident reporting and safety resources before your first outing.
Keeping your unit’s membership current
Keep your BeAScout pin up to date
Your unit listing,called a “pin,”on BeAScout.orgshould always show the correct leader contact and meeting information. It is likely the first thing a family sees when they search online for how to join Scouting.
Leaders manage the pin through my.Scouting.org. See the online registration guidefor help managing your pin and using online registration.
Renew your unit and members
Review the annual renewal process so charters and registrations stay current.
Help families who need support
Families can request assistance with registration and program costs.
Add adults to your unit
Adult unit-level applications go through BeAScout.org. Remember that the CORI check is only completed together with an application.
Recruit new families
Plan your Sign Up for Scouting event and use the recruiting tools available to units.
Merit Badge Counselors
Counselors register at the district level before the Info Sheet goes to the council.
Forms and downloads
More volunteer resources
Program Resources
Ideas and guides for meetings and outings.
Finance Resources
Unit accounts and money handling.
Scouting for all Abilities
Welcoming every Scout.
Training Opportunities
Courses offered through the council.
Need help?
Start with your unit commissioner or District Executive. You can also call the council office at 401.351.8700,or visit the staff directoryand the Districts page.