Unit Recharter and Membership Renewal
Scouting America is shifting all unit recharter dates and membership renewal dates to the end of February. Below is an overview of the national transition process. Unit Renewal is the annual process of renewing your Pack, Troop, Crew, Ship, or Post with Scouting America. Unit leaders are responsible for reviewing the unit's information and completing the renewal process. We are aiming for December 1st, 2026, for all units to have been renewed!
Unit Recharters
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The unit renewal proration fee for units expiring in October, November and December 2026 is a flat $8.50 per month to get to February 2028.
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For example, a unit expiring at the end of December 2026 will recharter for 14 months ($8.50 x 14 = $119).
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Beginning December 2026, there will no longer be a “lapsed period” after a unit expires. The unit loses access to online tools until the unit is rechartered manually.
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Every year, Scouting units and individual members must complete the renewal process to continue participating in Scouting America programs.
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There are two parts to this process: Unit Renewal and Individual Membership Renewal. Although they are related, completing one does not automatically complete the other.
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Membership Renewals
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In 2026, youth and adults will continue to register and renew memberships for a 12-month period.
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Beginning January 2027, new youth and adults will register through February 2028 using a pro-rated monthly fee. (fee details TBD)
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Beginning March 2027, youth and adults will renew their membership through February 2028 using a pro-rated monthly fee.
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The National fee, Council fee, and optional Scout Life magazine fee will all be pro-rated.
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Merit Badge Counselors and Camp Staff will still register/renew at the $25 flat fee.
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Beginning December 2026, there will no longer be a “lapsed period” after membership expires. People will be removed from the roster and lose access to online tools until they renew their membership.​​
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​What Unit Leaders Need to Do
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Review the unit roster and verify member information.
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Confirm that all leadership positions are accurate.
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Make sure required training is current.
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Complete the unit renewal through My.Scouting.
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Review and sign the required renewal agreements.
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Submit the applicable renewal fees and paperwork.
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Individual Membership Renewal
Each Scout and adult leader must also renew their individual membership with Scouting America. Membership renewal is separate from unit renewal and follows each member's expiration date.
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What Families and Adult Members Need to Do
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Watch for membership renewal notices.
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Review and update personal information.
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Complete the renewal through My.Scouting.
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Pay the applicable membership fee.
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Contact your unit leader if you need help with the process.
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Helpful Resources
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My.Scouting: Access your account and complete renewals.
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Scouting America Renewal Information: Find current instructions, FAQs, and resources.
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Need Help? Contact the High Desert Council office for assistance with unit or membership renewal questions.
Remember: Renewing your unit does not automatically renew every Scout and adult member. Both processes must be completed.
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Catholic Chartering Units
Units that are chartered by Catholic organizations please use the forms below
Albuquerque Office
5841 Office Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
505-345-8603
Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8:30-5:00
Phone Hours for both offices are:
M-F 8:30-5:00
