Start a Scouting Chapter

Navigators USA gives you the freedom to run your Chapter the way you see fit. To create a purpose-driven, fun, and sustainable enterprise, we recommend, not following the typical drop-off program. Building a nature-oriented community takes all ages, all genders working together. This should be as much for the adults as it is for the children.

Why Start a Scouting Chapter?

It is important that children receive stimulating and formative experiences to develop into mature, courageous, and resilient individuals able to thrive in a complex world.


By starting a new Scout Chapter, children of different regions and diverse backgrounds learn new life skills and the Navigator’s Moral Compas, becoming competent to face any hardship in life.

How to start a New Scouting Chapter

It is essential to have at least two leaders and five children to start a new Chapter. The family model involves all parents in all activities, which is the key to maintaining a vibrant, sustainable scouting chapter. Although convincing people not to utilize a drop-off program may offer challenges, the benefits are evident once they are on board.

To learn more about starting a chapter, review the Starting a Navigator Chapter document.

Filling Application for Starting
Scouting Chapter

Once you’ve gather a committed group, all you need to do is fill out an application, either directly from this online application form, or from a pdf Chapter Application to be mailed to our headquarters address or scanned and sent by email to [email protected]

There are no fees but you will need general liability insurance once you meet in person.

We offer a 50% subsidy on whatever premium you get for your first year.

Are you Looking to Start a New
Scouting Chapter?

Navigators USA is an all-inclusive, secular scout organization without cultural, regional, or gender bias.. If you are interested in starting a new scouting chapter and have questions, please t get in touch with us.