Recruiter Strip Requirements

Have you invited a friend neighbor, relative, or classmate to join Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, or Venturing? If so, you might be eligible to wear the Recruiter Strip.

Normally this strip is awarded the first time a youth successfully recruits another youth into the program. It is usually only awarded once while a Cub Scout, another time while a member of Scouts BSA, and another as a Venturer.

This patch is earned by youth only.

Specific procedures for earning the Recruiter Strip are set by the unit. No application or form is needed.

How to Get It

The patch is available online or at your local Scout Shop. The Recruiter Strip is worn below the right pocket on the official uniform.

Recruiting Cub Scouts and Retention

Recruiting Cub Scouts and retention are hot topics in Scouting. How do we get them and how do we keep them?

Recruiting Scouts BSA

We know of a number of middle school students who are not currently involved in Scouting. They are prime candidates to be recruited into a troop.

What is the BSA Recruiter Strip?

This strip is awarded the first time a youth successfully recruits another youth into the program.

Can I earn it more than once?

It is usually only awarded once for each program. So you can get it the first time while a Cub Scout, another time while a member of Scouts BSA, and another as a Venturer.

Can adults earn it?

No, it is only for youth.

Where can I get it?

The patch is available online or at your local Scout Shop.

Do I need to fill out an application?

Specific procedures for earning the Recruiter Strip are set by the unit. No application or form is needed.

Where is it worn?

The strip is worn below the right pocket on the official uniform.