The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
Boys learn a great deal by watching how adults conduct themselves. Scout leaders can be positive role models for the members of the troop. In many cases a Scoutmaster or other adult leader who is willing to listen to boys, encourage them, and take a sincere interest in them can make a profound difference in their lives.
The Vision Statement of the Boy Scouts of America say, in part: "The Boy Scouts of America is the nation's foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training".
Volunteer adult leaders serve at all levels of Scouting in more than 300 local councils, 28 areas, and four regions, and nationally with volunteer executive boards and committees providing guidance. Troop, pack, crew, team, and district positions -- all volunteer -- help to keep Scouting alive and functioning.
