Join Our Troop & Registration Info

Eligibility:

Boys may join BSA Troop 174 in the fall if age 10 or older, and in the fifth grade or above. Preference is 5th graders with completion of Cub Scouts/Arrow of Light or incoming 6th graders for boys with no Cub Scout experience.  Prior involvement in Cub Scouts is welcome, but not required.  Boys normally join Troop 174 at or near the start of the school year.

We meet every Monday evening at 7PM (see Calendar for specific dates). The meeting location is Immaculate Heart of Mary — 317 E 57th St, Indianapolis, IN 46220

Cub Scout Webelo Dens are invited to attend a Troop 174 weekend campout (hike) as a group in March and may attend a troop meeting anytime. Contact us at jointroop174@ bsa174.com for more information and/or to arrange a visit.

REGISTRATION – IMPORTANT!

Welcome! Everything you need to join the troop is outlined below. The registration process is very important to protect each troop member and the troop overall. Please follow the steps carefully.

Please submit all documents digitally (pdf format please), unless stated otherwise. You do not need to procure scanning hardware. If you have a mobile phone, you can scan documents using Google Drive, Dropbox and a myriad of other options. If you have questions about this, please contact the BSA 174 Registrar.

Any adult on a hike (campout) or volunteering in any other capacity must be registered with Scouting America and MUST have completed the Safeguarding Our Youth (SYT) Training. All parents are welcome at our Monday night meetings.

Please reach out with any questions!

Joe Todd, BSA 174 Registrar
Text or call: 317-753-5212

Quick Reference Registration Guide

Please select the appropriate path below to register Scouts and adults. Registration must be completed individually for each Scout and for all adults who are attending hikes, the ski trip, high adventure, etc. and for all merit badge councilors or any other adult who is assisting in working with Scouts. Payment by Venmo is preferred however you may pay by check. No cash payments please. Single payment for all family members is preferred to simplify the registration process.  It is the intent of BSA Troop 174 to provide our program to Scouts regardless of financial barriers. If you would like to discuss potential financial assistance, please contact Scoutmaster Frank Otte.

New Scout Registration
Returning Scout Registration
New Adult Registration
Returning Adult Registration
New Scout Registration

New Scout Registration

If your scout is new to BSA Troop 174, please follow these steps:

Step 1: Submit your basic registration information [LINK HERE]

Step 2:  Online Registration with Scouting America    

  1. Register online with Scouting America by using the QR code or clicking on the link below.

Link to application: https://my.scouting.org/VES/OnlineReg/1.0.0/?tu=UFMB-160taa0174

  1. Select Youth option.
  2. Transfers: If your son is transferring to Troop 174 from another troop, please answer “Yes” to the question: Is the youth a current/former Scout? If you need your son’s Youth Member ID, reach out to the existing troop for that information. If any issues, please contact Troop 174 Registrar Joe Todd for assistance.
  3. National Scouting America scout fees paid online will total $45.00, not including the optional Scout Life magazine subscription. This payment should be made online using parent’s credit or debit card as allowed by Scouting America online system.
  4. The registration deadline is Monday, 9/15/2026. With the high volume of registrations to process, your promptness in registering early is greatly appreciated.

Step 3: Scout Registration Fee Payment to BSA Troop 174   

National Scouting America is changing the registration fees and process for new Scouts this year. As mentioned in Step 2, Section 4:  The National fee you will pay online for your scout is $45.00, which extends membership through January 2027.

The Scout registration fee due to Troop 174 is $135.00.

  1. This fee covers the National Scouting America and local Crossroads of America council fees for the period 2/1/2027 through 1/31/2028. (The actual fees due total nearly $180, however the troop is absorbing $45 to offset your initial online payment to National Scouting America.)
  2. Payment to Troop 174 should be paid via Venmo (preferred) or check.
    1. Venmo payment to @joseph-Todd7. ***Please be sure the “Turn on for purchases” option is NOT selected.***
    2. Checks should be made Payable to BSA Troop 174.

Step 4: Complete Scouting America Annual Health and Medical Record [LINK HERE] DOWNLOAD it for a fillable pdf:   

  1. Complete parts A + B of the annual health and medical record form.
  2. Include a picture of the front and back of your current health insurance card.

An updated Part A + B form is required annually and is used for registration, hikes, the ski trip, and summer camp registrations. We suggest downloading and completing the editable form and saving a copy on your computer so it can be reused for future registrations with likely minimal edits.

Submission: Email a digital pdf copy of your signed medical forms to  registrar@bsa174.com.

Step 5: Complete BSA Troop 174 Photo Release Form [LINK HERE]  Your response will be recorded with your digital signature and checked permission.

Please reach out with any questions!

Joe Todd, BSA 174 Registrar
Text or call: 317-753-5212
Returning Scout Registration

Returning Scout Registration: 

Step 1: Submit your basic registration information [LINK HERE]

Step 2: Complete Scouting America Annual Health and Medical Record [LINK HERE] DOWNLOAD it for a fillable pdf:   

  1. Complete parts A and B of the Health form.  This must be submitted annually.
  2. Include a picture of the front and back of your current health insurance card.

An updated Part A + B form is required annually and is used for registration, hikes, the ski trip and summer camp registrations. We suggest downloading and completing the editable form and saving a copy on your computer so it can be reused for future registrations with likely minimal edits.

Submission: Email a digital pdf copy of your signed Health AB Form to registrar@bsa174.com. 

Step 3: Complete BSA Troop 174 Photo Release Form [LINK HERE]  Your response will be recorded with your digital signature and checked permission.

Step 4:   Pay Troop 174 Returning Scout Registration Fee:  

  1. $180.00
  2. Preferred payment method is via Venmo to @Joseph-Todd-7. ***Please be sure the “Turn on for purchases” option is NOT selected.***
  3. Payment by check, while not preferred, is accepted. Please make checks out to BSA Troop 174 and turn into Joe Todd at a Monday night meeting or by mail to address noted in signature. Write registrant’s name on check memo line.
  4. Sorry, cash will not be accepted.

The registration deadline is Monday, 9/15/2026. With the high volume of registrations to process, your promptness in registering early is greatly appreciated

Joe Todd, BSA 174 Registrar
Text or call: 317-753-5212

 

5621 Washington Blvd.

Indianapolis, IN 46220

New Adult Registration

New Adult Registration:  

One of the great strengths of Troop 174 is the unmatched depth of talent and experience of the adults within the troop.  Each adult is automatically part of the Troop Committee – the adults who volunteer to take on formal or informal roles within the troop.  We encourage every parent to actively participate in the troop by doing one or more of the following:

  • Attend Monday night meetings, monthly hikes (campouts) and monthly Troop Committee meetings
  • Volunteer to help in troop formal or informal troop roles
  • Share your talents, experience and wisdom by teaching merit badge classes.

Step 1: Submit your basic registration information [LINK HERE]

Step 2:  Online Registration with Scouting America

1. Register online with Scouting America by using the QR code or clicking on the link below.

Link to application: https://my.scouting.org/VES/OnlineReg/1.0.0/?tu=UFMB-160taa0174

2. Select Adult option.

3. National Scouting America adult volunteer fees paid online will total $10.00. This payment should be made online using registrant’s credit or debit card as allowed by Scouting America’s online system.

Step 3: Adult Registration Fee Payment to BSA Troop 174

National Scouting America is changing the registration fees and process for new Adult members this year. As mentioned in Step 2, Section 3: The National fees you will pay online is $10.00, which extends membership through January, 2027.

The Adult registration fee due to Troop 174 is $65.00.

  1. This fee covers the National Scouting America and local Crossroads of America council fees for the period 2/1/27 through 1/31/28. (The actual fees due total nearly $75, however the troop is absorbing $10 to offset your initial online payment to national Scouting America.)
  2. Payment to Troop 174 should be paid via Venmo (preferred) or check.
    1. Venmo payment to @Joseph-Todd-7. ***Please be sure the “Turn on for purchases” option is NOT selected.***
    2. Checks should be made payable to BSA Troop 174.
    3. Sorry, cash will not be accepted.

Step 4: Adult Hike Fee

The 2026-2027 Adult Hike Fee is $200 and is required to be prepaid in full. This fee is for any adult who plans on attending any of the monthly hikes. Hike fees cover all food and incidentals provided by the troop during all scout hikes and the annual planning session. Each hike includes Friday night dinner; Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus the world famous “bus crew teatime” Saturday evening appetizers. In all, the hike fee covers over 28 meals per adult. Additionally, the hike fee helps offset food and supply expenses for scouts since the troop does not charge scouts any fees other than the national and local council registration fees.

If you are registering solely for ski trip attendance or Monday night volunteer (merit badge counselor, for example) and will not be attending any hikes, then the $200 hike food/incidentals fee payment is not required. (Note that we will not be accepting adult hike payments for individual hikes.)

The registration deadline is Monday, 9/15/2026. With the high volume of registrations to process, your promptness in registering early is greatly appreciated.

Step 5: Complete Mandatory Scouting America Safeguarding Youth Training

  1. Upon completion of online registration directly with Scouting America, click on the Complete Registration button and you will be forwarded to the my.scouting.org dashboard.
  2. Click on the My Training link.
  3. Select the Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) option and click on the Take Course link. This training process takes approximately 75 minutes and is absolutely required by Troop 174 and National BSA for all adults prior to acceptance into the troop roster and any presence at troop activities.

Step 6:  Complete Scouting America Annual Health and Medical Record [LINK HERE] DOWNLOAD it for a fillable pdf:    

  1. Complete parts A and B of the Health form.  This must be submitted annually
  2. Attach a picture of the front and back of your current health insurance card

An updated Part A + B form is required every year and will be used for registration, hikes, the ski trip, high adventure and summer camp registrations. We suggest completing the editable form and saving a copy on your computer so it can be reused for future registrations with likely minimal edits

Submission: Email a digital pdf copy to registrar@bsa174.com.  

Step 7: Complete Troop 174 Vehicle Insurance Form [LINK HERE]

Step 8: Complete BSA Troop 174 Photo Release Form [LINK HERE]  Your response will be recorded with your digital signature and checked permission.

Finally, please note all adult members of the Troop are considered part of the Troop Committee and your attendance is not only welcome but highly encouraged at all activities, including the monthly Troop Committee Meetings. The long standing tradition and success of Troop 174 and its development of boys into responsible young men is truly dependent on the leadership and volunteerism of our moms, dads, and other adult volunteers.

If you have any questions about getting registered with BSA Troop174, please contact me by text or email. Let’s make it a great Scout year!

Joe Todd, BSA 174 Registrar
Text or call: 317-753-5212

 

5621 Washington Blvd.

Indianapolis, IN 46220

Returning Adult Registration

Returning Adult Registration: 

Step 1: Submit your basic registration information [LINK HERE]

Step 2:  Complete Scouting America Annual Health and Medical Record [LINK HERE] DOWNLOAD it for a fillable pdf:   

  1. Complete parts A and B of the Health form.  This must be submitted annually
  2. Attach a picture of the front and back of your current health insurance card

An updated Part A + B form is required every year and will be used for registration, hikes, the ski trip, high adventure and summer camp registrations. We suggest downloading and completing the editable form and saving a copy on your computer so it can be reused for future registrations with likely minimal edits.

Submission: Email a digital pdf copy to registrar@bsa174.com

Step 3: Safeguarding Our Youth (SYT) Training – This mandatory training for all adult members needs to be renewed on an annual basis. 

  1. Please login to your my.scouting.org account and click on the My Training option on your dashboard to check your training status and expiration date.
  2. To take the SYT “refresher” course, select the “Scouts BSA” option under the “Training Courses by Program” menu.
  3. Select the “Catalog” link at the top of the page.
  4. Using the Search Bar, type “Safeguarding” and then find the Safeguarding Youth Refresher option.

Step 4: Complete Troop 174 Vehicle Insurance Form [LINK HERE]

Step 5: Complete the Scouting America Background Authorization Form [LINK HERE]

Submission: Email a digital pdf copy of the signed authorization form to registrar@bsa174.com

Step 6: Complete BSA Troop 174 Photo Release Form [LINK HERE]  Your response will be recorded with your digital signature and checked permission.

Step 7: Pay Troop 174 Annual Registration Fee:  

  1. $75.00
  2. Annual Adult Hike/Incidentals Fee – $200.00
    1. Adults hike fees cover all food and incidentals provided by the troop at all scout hikes and the annual planning session.
    2. In order to cover increases in food and supply costs, the 2026-2027 Hike Fee is $200.00 and is required to be pre-paid in full. You may include this fee in the same payment as the annual scout/adult dues payment.
    3. Total paid by adults attending hikes is $275.00 ($75.00+ $200.00).
  3. The preferred method of payment is via Venmo to @Joseph-Todd-7. ***Please be sure the “Turn on for purchases” option is NOT selected.**
  4. Payment by check, while not preferred, is accepted. Please make checks out to BSA Troop 174 and turn into Joe Todd at a Monday night meeting or by mail to address noted in signature. Write registrant’s name on check memo line.
  5. Sorry, cash will not be accepted.
  6. If you are registering solely for ski trip attendance or Monday night volunteer (merit badge counselor, for example) and will not be attending any hikes, then the $200.00 hike food/incidentals fee payment is not required. (Note that we will not be accepting adult hike payments for individual hikes.)
  7. The registration deadline is Monday, 9/15/2026. With the high volume of registrations to process, your promptness in registering early is greatly appreciated.

Finally, please note all adult members of the Troop are considered part of the Troop Committee and your attendance is not only welcome but highly encouraged at all activities, including the monthly Troop Committee Meetings. The long-standing tradition and success of Troop 174 and its development of boys into responsible young men is truly dependent on the leadership and volunteerism of our Scout parents and other long-time adult volunteers.

If you have any questions about getting registered with BSA Troop174, please contact me by text or email. Let’s make it a great Scout year!

Joe Todd, BSA 174 Registrar
Text or call: 317-753-5212
5621 Washington Blvd.
Indianapolis, IN 46220