Be more than a member of your community – be a builder.
Being a good citizen is all about going above and beyond to help improve the community in which you live. It means you’re a helper, a giver, a doer, and it’s all part of the Scouting experience. Good citizenship can even look something like restoring an abandoned cemetery that’s over 175 years old.
Being a good citizen is tough work. It takes time and effort, but it’s rewarding. Here’s a taste of what it looks like:
Locating important government and recreational buildings in your community.
Attending city meetings and court sessions and discussing the issues raised.
Helping with an important issue in your community.
![Canoeing leader](/sites/default/files/2022-11/canoeeing-leader.jpg)
![Young group talking](/sites/default/files/2022-11/young-group.jpg)
![Boy widdling](/sites/default/files/2022-11/boy-widdling.jpg)
![Youth hiking](/sites/default/files/2022-11/youth-hiking.jpg)
Through Scouting, you can become more engaged in and involved with your community and make a difference for the people around you.
![Youth biking with helmet](/sites/default/files/2022-11/youth-bike.jpg)