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For Boys. For Girls. For Every Adventure.
Scouting is where young people discover who they are, what they can achieve, and how they can make a difference in the world.

Today, Scouting is proudly co-ed, welcoming both girls and boys into a safe, inclusive community where they can explore new interests, build lifelong friendships, and develop the confidence to succeed in life.
Whether your child dreams of camping under the stars, leading a team, learning outdoor skills, serving their community, or simply trying something new, Scouting offers an adventure they'll never forget. 


Join the movement that prepares young people for life.

One Scout helping another up a on a ropes course.
Scouts during flag cermony

Why Join Scouting?​
Discover Your Potential.

Every campfire, hike, service project, and challenge helps Scouts discover more about themselves and the world around them. Through hands-on experiences and real-world adventures, young people build self-confidence, develop leadership skills, and learn the value of teamwork and responsibility. Along the way, they form lasting friendships, explore the outdoors, serve their communities, and gain experiences that prepare them for success in school, careers, and life. The lessons learned in Scouting create a strong foundation for future achievement while helping youth grow into capable, compassionate leaders.

Open to Everyone Scouting is Co-Ed​

Scouting welcomes youth from all backgrounds and experiences.

Girls and boys participate together in many Scouting programs, learning side-by-side as they develop leadership, character, and life skills. Every Scout is encouraged to be themselves, contribute their unique talents, and grow into the best version of themselves.

Our commitment is simple: Every young person deserves the opportunity to learn, lead, and thrive.

Adventure Awaits

Scouts and Leaders playing a game
Scout at a shooting range

More Than Just Camping

 Scouting is so much more than spending a night in a tent. It's a chance to step outside your comfort zone, try new things, and discover what you're capable of. One week you might be racing a car you built yourself, and the next you could be hiking a mountain trail, learning lifesaving skills, exploring science and technology, or leading a project that makes a real difference in your community. Every adventure brings new challenges, new friendships, and new opportunities to grow. Along the way, Scouts gain confidence, develop leadership skills, and create memories that stay with them long after the adventure is over.

A Safe Place to Grow​

Parents want their children to have exciting opportunities, but they also want them to be safe. In Scouting, those two priorities go hand in hand. We are committed to creating an environment where every young person feels welcomed, respected, supported, and protected. Safety isn't just a policy—it's a core value woven into every activity, event, and experience. Our trained leaders and volunteers work hard to ensure that Scouts can explore, learn, and challenge themselves in a secure setting. That means parents can feel confident knowing their children are building independence, character, and lifelong skills in a program that puts their well-being first.

Scouts finger painting
Scout at camp with a hummingbird

Become Your Best Self​

Scouting helps young people discover strengths they never knew they had. Through exciting challenges, meaningful experiences, and opportunities to lead, Scouts learn how to set goals, overcome obstacles, and work together to achieve success. Each adventure builds confidence, resilience, and character while teaching valuable life skills that extend far beyond meetings and campouts. The experiences gained in Scouting help prepare youth to succeed in school, future careers, and whatever challenges life may bring.

Fun for the Whole Family​

Scouting is more than a youth program—it's an opportunity for families to share experiences and create lasting memories together. Parents, siblings, and guardians are encouraged to be part of the journey, celebrating achievements, participating in activities, and supporting each Scout's growth. Many families find that the friendships, traditions, and adventures they experience through Scouting become some of their most treasured memories.

Scouting family at a Mother's Day event
Scout at camp, fixing a car.

Prepared for Life​

 At its core, Scouting is about helping young people become capable, responsible, and compassionate leaders. Guided by the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law, Scouts learn the importance of integrity, respect, service, and personal responsibility. They develop the confidence to face challenges, the courage to lead when others need them, and the character to make a positive difference in their communities. These lessons provide a foundation that will serve them throughout their lives.

Ready for Your Next Adventure?​

Whether you're looking for adventure, new friendships, opportunities to lead, or experiences that will help shape your future, Scouting has something for you. Today, Scouting proudly welcomes both boys and girls into a program designed to inspire growth, build confidence, and create lifelong memories.

Cub Scout pack hiking

Join Scouting today and discover where your next adventure can take you.

Scouts putting up flags for 4th of July
A Scout folding the American flag
Scout Law

Scout Law

A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent.

Scout Oath

Scout Oath

On my honor, I will do my best to do my duty to God and my Country,
and to obey the Scout Law, to help other people at all times
to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.

Accessibility Statement

Conquistador Council, Scouting America

Conquistador Council, Scouting America is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone. We strive to ensure that our website and digital content can be accessed and used by people of all abilities.

Our Commitment

We are continually working to improve the accessibility and usability of our website. Our goal is to follow recognized accessibility best practices, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), and to make information about Scouting programs, events, resources, and opportunities available to all members of our community.

Our accessibility efforts may include:

Providing alternative text for meaningful images and graphics.
Using clear headings and logical page structures.
Maintaining readable text and appropriate color contrast.
Providing descriptive links and buttons.
Supporting keyboard navigation whenever possible.
Providing important information contained in flyers or graphics in accessible text formats when possible.
Reviewing digital documents and other resources for accessibility.
Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. As our website, programs, and digital resources change, we will continue to review and improve accessibility wherever possible.

Some content on our website may be provided by third parties or link to external websites and resources that are not controlled by Conquistador Council. While we encourage accessible digital experiences, we cannot control the accessibility of third-party content.

Need Assistance?

If you experience difficulty accessing any part of our website, encounter an accessibility barrier, or need information provided in an alternative format, please contact Conquistador Council.

When contacting us, please describe the page, document, or information you were attempting to access and the accessibility issue you encountered. We will make reasonable efforts to provide the information or assistance you need.

Conquistador Council, Scouting America
2603 N Aspen Ave.
Roswell, NM 88201
Phone: (575) 622-3461
Email: info@nmscouts.org

We welcome feedback about the accessibility of our website and appreciate your help as we continue working to make Scouting information and opportunities accessible to everyone.

Last reviewed: August 2026

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