Templates & Downloads
Ready-to-use tools for unit leaders
Download practical templates and checklists to support membership growth, retention, and program planning for packs, troops, crews, and posts.
Most-used downloads
Start with these leader favorites—simple, shareable files you can adapt for your unit.
Recruiting & Open House
Flyer copy, sign-in sheet, follow-up tracker, and a quick plan for your next recruiting night.
New Member Onboarding
Welcome email script, parent orientation agenda, and a 30-day checklist to help families stick.
Annual Program Planning
Planning worksheet, budget starter, and a calendar template to map a full year of adventure.
Browse by unit type
Pick the set that matches your program. Each collection includes templates you can copy, print, and share.
Packs (Cub Scouts)
Pack committee checklists, den meeting planning, and family communication templates.
Troops (Scouts BSA)
Troop leadership tools, PLC agendas, and advancement-friendly planning sheets.
Venturing Crews
Crew officer resources, activity planning, and youth-led meeting templates.
Explorer Posts
Post program planning, partner outreach, and participation tracking templates.
How to use these downloads
Quick guidance to help you customize and share templates confidently.
Are these official Scouting America forms?
Some items are original Peninsula Scouts templates; others are links to commonly used resources. When a form must be official, we’ll note it and point you to the source.
Can I edit and rebrand templates for my unit?
Yes—most templates are designed to be copied and adapted. Keep youth protection and policy language intact where applicable.
What file formats are included?
Templates are typically provided as Google Docs/Sheets or printable PDFs, depending on the use case.
How do I share with families?
Use a single link in email/text, or print the PDF versions for in-person events. Keep one “current” folder so leaders aren’t using outdated copies.
I can’t find what I need—can you help?
Absolutely. Tell us your unit type and goal (recruiting, onboarding, retention, or planning) and we’ll point you to the best fit.
How often are templates updated?
We refresh items as programs and best practices change. If you spot something outdated, send us a note so we can improve it.
Need something specific?
Get help tailoring resources to your unit
Share your recruiting or retention goal and we’ll recommend the best templates—and how to use them for your pack, troop, crew, or post.