The Executive Committee of Scouting America New Hampshire has formally endorsed and approved the Family Troop option for Scouts BSA.
This follows the National Executive Board’s approval of the Family Troop structure, effective December 15, 2025, after a successful national pilot demonstrating:
Increased youth membership Stronger program delivery Higher satisfaction among youth, families, and volunteers Improved leader engagement and resource sharingWhat This Means for Units & Families
Family Troops provide an additional option for chartered organizations—especially in communities where separate boys’ and girls’ troops may not be feasible. This option is not a replacement for single-gender troops, which continue to represent the majority of Scouts BSA units; it offers another way for families to participate in Scouting together.
Our Commitment
Scouting America New Hampshire will prepare and distribute clear guidance, training, and support materials to units and chartered organizations to ensure successful, consistent, and mission-aligned implementation.
