We know you have lots of questions! Please read through this area to find some answers, and reach out if there's anything you want to know!
We want everyone to feel welcome, comfortable, and valued during their time with SpiralScouts.
Becoming a new Scout:
Scout Registration for one year is $20. Complete the New Scout Application on the SpiralScouts website, and pay the registration fee HERE.
Scout Welcome Kit is $16*. This includes a level patch, SpiralScouts patch and neck cord kit.
Uniform Charter Numbers are $3 each/$9 total for all three. You may purchase these for your Scout's uniform (5, 3 & 6) at the same time.
As the Scouting journey continues:
A renewal at the one year point is locked in at $20 annually, if you choose the automatic renewal when you pay your first registration fee. If you choose to manually pay each year, the registration rate is subject to increase.
Spiral Up (move up to next level) is $16*. This comes with a new neck cord kit, a new level patch and SpiralScouts patch.
Not listed here are uniform costs, because there is no "required" uniform from SpiralScouts. The official look of SpiralScouts is addressed here.
Badges and awards range in cost from $3-$6*.
Annual charter dues are $15 per scout, to cover the general running costs of the Circle (annual charter registration fees, craft and activity supplies, etc). These are made payable to the Circle Leader directly.
As a registered non-profit, we are able to fundraise and solicit donations. Scouts are encouraged to participate in our Spring to Fall Hike-a-Thon Fundraiser and other fundraising opportunities may present themselves.
*Additional shipping costs may apply. We encourage you to order badges through the charter so that orders can be combined for other scouts if available to save shipping costs.
We teach respect for the Earth, respect for each other, and respect for all living things. We teach gender equality by welcoming children of ALL genders and welcoming all gender representation in leadership. We make crafts, sing songs, teach woodland lore, participate in service projects, explore cultures outside of our own, celebrate the Earth, teach good citizenship, go camping and hiking, explore mythologies, take on personal challenges, put on plays, participate in community events, earn badges, and grow and learn together.
Formally, SpiralScouts work with their Circles and individually to earn badges and activity award pins. Each child registered in SpiralScouts is offered the opportunity to earn a variety of badges that they can proudly display on their uniform.
Additionally, Circles are encouraged to explore the world around them and to suggest new awards based on their own interests and activities.
Activities are based on the needs and interests of the children of a Circle or Hearth. This is a program designed to be lead by the children, with leaders serving as guides. Each SpiralScouts group is given flexibility to modify its programming, depending on the needs of its members. Some Circles may focus on teaching values within a religious setting, while others may be more secular in nature. Still other Circles may do more nature and ecological activities.
Wild Oak Circle # 536 is based on ecological and social responsibility, community service and engagement, and developing skills and leadership qualities to guide our scouts through life.
Parental involvement is a huge factor in youth development and success. We encourage your involvement. With a diverse and open environment, we are able to provide many more opportunities. Being involved helps the Circle with keeping this program going to the benefit of all Scouts.
We encourage all scout parents to take the steps to become Registered Adults (RA's). The cost is $40 for one year, and includes a criminal background check, a leader patch, SpiralScouts patch and neck cord. You do not have to be an RA to participate, but it offers a certain level of help, leadership, and safety to the Circle when you do.
Adult / Scout Ratios
Due to the attention requirements of children of various ages, there are minimum ratios of adults to Scouts for all meetings and functions to ensure the safety of all participants. In situations where there are mixed age Charters, the requirements of the youngest age group participating shall be followed.
For RainDrops, there must be one Registered Adult for every 5 Scouts. For
FireFlies, there must be one Registered Adult for every 5 Scouts.
For SpiralScouts, the ratio is one Registered Adult for every 7 Scouts.
For PathFinders, there must be one Registered Adult for every 12 Scouts.
In addition to these requirements, no matter how many Scouts are in attendance, there is a minimum requirement of 2 Registered Adults at any function.
Scouts
Come to a meeting!Fill out this Interest Form so we have you contact/scout info. Watch this VIDEO before requesting to come to a meeting. Email 536leader@spiralscouts.org to arrange coming to a Scout meeting for the first time.
Complete the Printable Scout Registration Form (below) and return it to 536leader@spiralscouts.org
Purchase
Scout Registration for one year is $20.
Uniform Charter Numbers are $3 each/$9 total for all three. You may purchase these for your Scout's uniform (5, 3 & 6) at the same time.
When prompted, use email 536leader@spiralscouts.org during checkout.
Adult Volunteers
Fill out this Interest Form so we have you contact/scout info. Watch this VIDEO before requesting to come to a meeting. Email 536leader@spiralscouts.org to arrange coming to a Scout meeting for the first time.
Fill out the Registered Adult Application (below) (make sure the email addresses for the shoppe registration purchase and the application match). Additional details on the registration process with SSI will be at the bottom of the Adult Registration Form.
Purchase
Registered Adult (RA) Annual Membership - Complete the for one year is $16 - If you already have a copy of a background check within the last 2 years in PDF format that you can upload.
Registered Adult Background Check and Application Fee - Background check must be updated every 2 years.
New Adult Welcome Kit $16. This includes a volunteer patch, SpiralScouts patch and neck cord kit.
Uniform Charter Numbers are $3 each/$9 total for all three. You may purchase these for your uniform (5, 3 & 6) at the same time.
If you purchase this with your new scout registration, your patches and neck cords will all ship together but WILL NOT SHIP until you complete Steps 2, 4 & 5. If you would like your scout's new scout items to arrive first, please order their registration separately.
Complete Background Check if not submitting your own. If you have a copy of a recent background check you may email it to hq@spiralscouts.org. Email Subject: #536 Wild Oak Circle - New Registered Adult Volunteer - Submitting Copy of Background Check
Complete the Basic Registered Adult Training and pass the training test. Find the full list of steps to complete, with links to the completion activities HERE on the Volunteer page of the SpiralScouts International website.
Please note that these processes are not instant and all aspects of SpiralScouts is run by volunteers. Email our Circle Leader if you have any questions about registering or an in process new scout or volunteer registration at 536leader@spiralscouts.org
Want to know more, or chat with one of our Circle Leaders? Please feel free to reach out anytime! 536leader@spiralscouts.org