FEES:
$80 for Scouts BSA membership (will be prorated by month if scout joins during the year)
$25 one-time joining fee for new program participants in Scouts BSA (not pro-rated)
$15 for Scout Life magazine (optional)
$60 Annual Troop Dues (usually deducted in June)
$60 for all adult volunteers (includes cost of background check)
SCOUT ACCOUNTS: Troop 105 uses scout accounts to assist the scouts in earning money through fundraisers (and parental deposits) then spending the money on scouting activities such as campouts, merit badge classes, recharter fees and annual troop dues. Any remaining funds from Pack 105 will be transferred into the scout's Troop account once they cross over.
'Scout accounts' are also formed for registered adults who want to collect funds for their camping, recharter etc… expenses. These accounts are set up as a matter of convenience for the participant(s) and are not mandatory. You are always welcome to pay as you go.
All scout accounts must have a positive balance for fees to be deducted. For example, for summer camp if the fees are $300 and the scout account balance is $100, the scout (parent) is responsible for the extra $200 before camp fees are paid. Therefore, we highly recommend participating in all fundraisers to help the parent’s wallet! We want all scouts to be active and participate in as many activities as possible.
FUNDRAISERS: Throughout the year there are a few opportunities to participate in fundraisers. This is HIGHLY encouraged. Summer camp on average is around $300 per scout. To operate Troop, there are many expenses paid for through group effort raising money. Items acquired using Troop funds raised include: trailer maintenance, fuel for lanterns and stoves, ice for Igloos, equipment repair, awards, merit badges, camping permits, camping site fees, unit recharter fees, etc.
