Learn More. Do More. Scout Better. ... Your Guide to University of Scouting 2026

What is the University of Scouting?

The University of Scouting is an adult leader's learning adventure! It is an action-packed, fun-filled single day of supplemental training where you choose the classes you wish to take. Classes are led by experienced volunteers and professionals who will help you enhance your ability to deliver a fun and exciting program to the Scouts.

The event will take place on October 10, check-in starts at 7:00 a.m.

*Held at First United Methodist Church Richardson at 503 N Central Expy, Richardson, TX 75080

The University of Scouting offers a wide range of unique adult leader training courses from the:

• College of Cub Scouting: Cub Scout leaders can pick up tips, hints, and fun suggestions which will help their dens, the pack, and most importantly their own Scouts. Explore new cooking ideas, learn to tie knots, or even have some magical experiences during your meetings.
• College of Scouts BSA: Scouts BSA leaders can learn about any of BSA's high-adventure bases or receive some pointers on "Meaningful Scoutmaster Conferences"  or learn more about a variety of topics. *Senior Patrol Leaders may attend the SPL Academy with Scoutmaster approval.
• College of Venturing and Exploring: Venturing advisors can spend the day on Venturing-specific topics. *Venturing youth may participate in the Venturing Academy!
• College of Sea Scouts: Sea scouts and anyone interested can register for classes on how to have fun in, on and under the water.
• College of General Studies: Leaders and parents can take other general studies topics which span a variety of Scouting Programs.

Is this just for adult leaders?

Absolutely not!

YOU should attend for sure, along with hundreds of your fellow Scout leaders and Scouting parents from Circle Ten Council and all of North Texas. All registered leaders, potential leaders and parents looking for the very best program for their youth in Scouting will find a variety of classes relevant to their current, or future, position in Scouting.

Qualified youth may attend the following:

• SPL Academy
• Venturing Academy

Registration

Classes are already filling fast. Pre-registration is highly recommended now for best class selection.

Optional: Lunch is available through the registration portal.

Registration, Course catalog and more:

Click here

Schedule

Check-in begins at 7:00 a.m. inside the main entrance. Courses run from 8:00 until 5:00 p.m.

Who Should Attend?

There is something for everyone! From new Scouters or parents to Scouters with many years of experience, University of Scouting will have something for you!