572 · 8572 Troop 572 & 8572

Parents & Adults

Volunteer roles, training, and committees for parents and other adults supporting Troop 572 & 8572.

Both troops run on the patrol method: scouts plan and lead the program themselves, with adults coaching from the side rather than directing (see The Patrol Method). The most useful thing most parents do is show up: attend outings, help at meetings, and join a committee at whatever level fits your schedule.

New to the troop? Getting Started covers meeting times, gear, and registration, and Registration & Costs covers annual dues. For the full calendar and RSVPs, see Calendar. Questions about any of this go to Contact.

On this page: Adult Volunteering · Leadership Roles · Committees & Open Needs

Adult Volunteering

Both troops run on volunteers. Any registered adult who completes Safeguarding Youth Training is welcome to participate. There are roles for every level of availability, from one-time event help to ongoing sub-committee leadership.

Step 1: Register with Scouting America

Apply through BeAScout: choose Scouts BSA, enter zip code 98033, and select the troop you’re supporting. Adults who register and complete Safeguarding Youth Training are reimbursed for the membership fee (around $100, which includes a background check). Contact the Treasurer to arrange this.

Step 2: Complete Safeguarding Youth Training

Mandatory for all registered adult leaders, renewed every two years.

  1. Log in at my.scouting.org
  2. Go to My Training
  3. Complete Safeguarding Youth Training (about 90 minutes, plus a 15-minute refresher each year after that)

Step 3: Fill out a medical form

Adults participating in any troop event need a current Annual Health and Medical Record, Parts A & B. Download the form. Part C (physician signature) is required for resident winter and summer camps.

Step 4: Get connected

Once registered and trained, reach out through the general troop inbox (see Contact) so leadership knows you’re ready to help, and to request reimbursement.

Supporting both troops

Adults are encouraged to multi-register across 572 and 8572 so they can serve on Boards of Review for both units and provide two-deep coverage at joint outings. Multi-registration is done through scouting.org → My Applications → Transfer/Multiple Applications.

Becoming a merit badge counselor

One of the most impactful ways to contribute: share a skill or area of expertise, and scouts earn badges by working with you directly.

  1. Complete adult registration (above).
  2. Fill out the Merit Badge Counselor application and email it to membership@seattlebsa.org.
  3. Let the troop’s Advancement Coordinator know you’ve applied.
  4. Complete “Scouts BSA – Merit Badge Counselor Position Specific Training” (about 34 minutes) at training.scouting.org.

See Leadership Roles below for every adult position, and Committees below for where help is needed right now.

Leadership Roles

Both troops run on a combination of youth leaders (scouts) and adult volunteers. This section describes what each adult role does. For who currently holds a role, see Contact.

Scoutmaster (SM)

Works directly with the scouts: providing direction, coaching, and support. Trains and guides youth leaders, ensures Scouting America and chartered-partner rules are followed, and serves as a mentor and role model. This includes arranging campsites for monthly outings and summer camp, and promoting the goal of one outing per month.

Assistant Scoutmaster (ASM)

Supports the Scoutmaster with specific program duties, may advise scouts in troop positions (quartermaster, OA representative, etc.), and provides the two-deep leadership Scouting America requires. Responsibilities rotate through monitoring newer scouts’ progress and planning outings (reservations, transportation, food).

Committee Chairperson

Oversees the entire troop committee: organizes so all functions are delegated and coordinated, runs monthly committee meetings, and arranges the annual charter review and re-charter.

Chartered Organization Representative (COR)

Maintains the working relationship between the troop and Rose Hill Church, the chartering organization. Appointed by the church.

Secretary

Keeps meeting minutes, maintains the troop calendar, coordinates transportation for outings, and files tour permits and permission slips for each outing.

Treasurer

Handles troop funds, pays bills with committee authorization, maintains troop accounts, and leads preparation of the annual troop budget.

Standing committee members

Any adult who isn’t a Scoutmaster can join the committee and attend monthly committee meetings. Members are expected to attend regularly, participate in at least one sub-committee, and provide input on troop operations.

Required training: Safeguarding Youth Training, and Scouts BSA Troop Committee Position training (about 102 minutes).

Sub-committee roles

Each troop’s committee organizes into four sub-committees, each with its own chair and supporting roles. See Committees below for what each one does and where help is currently needed.

Committees & Open Needs

Each troop’s committee organizes into four sub-committees. Every one has a chair who recruits volunteers, plus specific roles any registered adult can fill. For who currently leads each sub-committee, see Contact.

Meetings & Outings

The heart of the scouting experience. Plans and runs weekly meetings and all outdoor activities, and keeps equipment in good shape. Includes the Weekly Program Lead, Outdoor Program Lead, Summer Camp Coordinator, and Quartermaster Support.

Advancement

Keeps scouts moving through the advancement process. Includes the Trail to First Class Lead, Star and Life Champion, Life to Eagle Champion, and Board of Review members. Always looking for merit badge counselors. See Volunteering above to become one.

Special Events

Plans and runs service activities, social events, and celebrations, including monthly Game Night, the monthly Rose Hill Church cleanup, and the twice-yearly Court of Honor.

Membership & Communication

Handles onboarding new families, tracking adult training, and keeping the troop connected to the wider Scouting America organization. This includes the Webelos Liaison who bridges the troop with feeder Cub Scout packs, and the Onboarding Lead who guides new parents through registration and setup.

Current open positions

Interested in any of these? Reach out through Contact.