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Membership Fee Structure

Updated June 16, 2026

The Value of Scouting

Families today have many options, but only Scouting provides a safe and fun atmosphere where a kid can be a kid all while preparing them to become even better adults.

The Montana Council is committed to providing a safe and cost-effective Scouting experience for all youth and families. We are working hard to keep the cost of Scouting as low as possible. We believe money should never prevent any youth from participating in Scouting. 

Scouts are encouraged to further finance their adventure by selling popcorn in our yearly popcorn sale. Families may also qualify for financial assistance to help with Scouting expenses.

Scouting continues to be one of the best value programs for youth and families available today. Together we are preparing young people for life and helping to build strong bonds in young families.

CURRENT MONTANA COUNCIL FEE STRUCTURE

  • $137 / YR – Participants in Cub Scouts (Grades K-5), Scouts BSA (Ages 11-17), Venturing (Ages 14-10) and Sea Scouts (Ages 14-20)
  • $85 / YR – All registered adult volunteers in unit and non-unit positions. (Volunteers with multiple registrations will continue to pay for only one position.)
  • $100 / YR – All Exploring youth
  • $75 / YR – All Exploring adults
  • $25 / YR – For Merit Badge Counselors who are not already registered volunteers. (Merit badge counselors who are not also registered in a unit position are not allowed to attend overnight Scouting activities/events.)
  • Unit Charter Fee – $100 / YR
  • Scout Life Magazine Fee – $15 / YR

Additional links

Military Fee Waiver

Download the Military Family Fee Waiver information pamphlet. Scouting America is committed to expanding access to Scouting for military-connected youth.

Questions?

Call (406) 761-6000 or email registrar@montanabsa.org.

MEMBERSHIP FEE REFUND POLICY

The Montana Council, Boy Scouts of America may issue a partial refund for any written request within 30 days of the Montana Council having posted a membership.

Any membership fee refund requests after 30 days shall be declined. The partial refund is for the current council fee portion and the national fee portion will not be reimbursed. Reimbursement shall be made by check mailed in the name of the parent/person seeking the reimbursement and not to an individual Scout unit.

Requests may be sent to registrar@montanabsa.org.