How to Join

UPDATED FOR 2024: Venturers range in age from 14 to under 21.  Crew members between the ages of 18 and 21 must (1) take youth protection training and (2) new members can apply online using the online registration tool.

Who can be a Venturer in Crew 128?  Do I have to be a Scout in Troop 128?

Crew 128 Venturers may range in age from 14 to 20 (i.e., under 21).  A mature 13 and 1/2 half year old in 9th grade may also join.  It is not necessary to have any Scouting experience, or be a member of Troop 128.  Scouts in other troops are welcome to join as well.

Can both boys and girls join Crew 128? 

Yes!  Crew 128 co-ed.

What are the membership and other fees for 2024?

There are so many variables that a simple answer is "it depends."  The cost ranges from $0 to $185, depending on your particular circumstances.  Click here to open a PDF sheet explaining membership fees for 2024.

What is a "Primary Unit" and why are there different prices?

The BSA charges membership fees only once a year, and the price does not increase if a member joins more than one unit.  Since some members belong to more than one unit (like both a troop and a crew), the BSA relies on the "primary unit" to collect those fees.   The designation of a primary unit is up to the member, but Crew 128 needs five Venturers who consider it to be their primary unit.

Are there other costs?

The Crew approved bylaws that require additional dues of $20 per year (paid quarterly in $5 installments), which is collected by the crew Treasurer.  Some events may also require some costs sharing, the payment of an event registration fee, or a transportation fee.  For example, a Venturer attending a camping trip might need to pay for his share of food and gas money.  

What if I join sometime between January and December?

The BSA prorates the registration fee based on the number of months left in the calendar year.  The website will figure it out for you!

What if I have questions?

You can ask by sending an email to membership-at-crew128 dot org.