Girls in Scouting = Leaders for Life
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Girls in Scouting have been part of Scouting America for decades.
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Program Pathway:
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Cub Scouts (K–5): Girls can join co-ed packs or all-girl dens.
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Scouts BSA (Middle School & Up): Girls join all-girl troops with the same opportunities as boys.
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Since 2019, girls have been eligible to earn the Eagle Scout rank.
Kaitlyn Brown
2022 Scout of the Year
"Scouting has impacted me by giving me outdoor skills."
Hannah Neal
2023 Scout of the Year
"I learned many lessons from my Eagle project; most importantly, I gained valuable leadership skills"
Ilyana Bachmann
2024 Scout of the Year
"Scouting is teaching me how to be a leader"
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Q: What is the earliest age a girl can join Scouting?
A: Kindergarten (age 5), in the Cub Scouts program.
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Q: Are there female leaders in the program?
A: Yes. A female registered adult leader is required for any activity involving an all-girl unit.
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Q: Are the programs the same for boys and girls?
A: Yes. “There’s nothing in the Scout handbook that girls shouldn’t learn.”