Scouting America and the Mount Baker Council are committed to expanding access to Scouting military connected youth. As part of this commitment, beginning June 1, 2026, the National Membership Fee is waived for certain military connect youth.
Who is eligible
Youth with immediate family members with current service in:
How It Works
*application must be completed online to receive discount
Council Activity Fee and Unit Fees (if applicable) still apply
Additional Information
Q. When does the Military Fee Waiver begin?
A. The Military Fee waiver begins on June 1, 2026.
Q. Does this waiver include the Council Activity Fee and/or Unit Fees?
A. The Military Fee Waiver program applies to the National Membership Fee. Those needing assistance it the Council Activity Fee should fill out the Mount Baker Council Scholarship Form
This initiative is applicable solely to youth members and is available for both new members and those renewing their online membership. Funded nationally through philanthropic contributions, this program is open to families with current service in the Active Duty, Reserve, or National Guard. The waiver exclusively covers the national youth registration fee, bringing the cost down to $0 once the necessary verification and discount code processes are completed. Please note that optional add-ons like Scout Life magazine, and processing fees may still apply.
Q. Can a family fill out a paper application and receive the Military Fee Waiver?
A. To obtain the waiver families must complete the registration process online. Select “Get Military Discount Code” during the online registration process. After completing the verification steps, they will receive a verification code to enter at checkout. Once the code is applied, the national registration fee will be adjusted to $0. Although the $85 fee might initially show up during checkout, it will be removed once the verification code is entered. This waiver is available exclusively for online registrations, accessible at www.BeAScout.org.
For further information or assistance with this process, please check with your District Executive, call 425.338.0380 or email the Mount Baker Council registrar, Nikki McLendon, at Nikki.McLendon@scouting.org
