WHO - All adult volunteers are encouraged to attend, but we highly recommend the following individuals register:

Unit Committee Chairs, Unit Leaders, Den Leaders (Especially New or Incoming), New Member Coordinators or Unit Membership Chairs, Popcorn Kernels or Fundraising Chairs, Unit Commissioners, District Membership Team Members, District Popcorn Kernels

Don’t let your unit miss this essential kickoff to the Scouting year.

WHAT: Get ready for an exciting Summer and Fall of Scouting in the Narragansett Council. BOOM is an all-in-one evening designed to position every unit for success in:

Membership growth

Popcorn fundraising

Annual program planning

Dinner is provided, and every unit will have the opportunity to pick up:

Complete popcorn sale materials

Membership and recruitment supplies

Program planning tools for the year ahead

This is your opportunity to gather everything you need—in one place—to launch a strong, energized season for your Pack, Troop, Crew, or Ship.

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: Sean Magennis
Executive Vice President of Membership Engagement, Scouting America (Scouts BSA & Cub Scouts)

Sean Magennis will lead a dynamic, practical session covering:

Road mapping your Scouting year

Recruitment strategies that deliver results

Financial planning through effective popcorn sales

Program development that retains and engages youth

Learn directly from a national leader in Scouting membership and engagement.

WHERE: Bristol Community College
777 Elsbree Street, Fall River, MA 02720

Check-in: Building G, Atrium

Parking: Lots near Building H

WHY ATTEND BOOM

This is a must-attend event for volunteers who want to build stronger units and create sustainable, engaging programs. Participants will:

Learn from high-performing volunteer leaders

Strengthen recruitment strategies and support

Hear youth-driven, peer-to-peer recruiting insights

Adapt recruitment for today’s schools, communities, and digital spaces

Increase unit visibility online and in the community

Grow membership while strengthening popcorn fundraising success

Discover creative approaches to recruiting and retaining adult leaders

WHEN: Thursday, June 9, 2026

6:00–6:45 PM — Gathering, Check-In, and Dinner

6:45–7:00 PM — Welcome and Introduction

7:00–8:00 PM — General Session and Breakouts

8:00 PM — Closing Remarks and Recognition

HOW: This is a free event. Registration is required—sign up online today.

Dress Attire:

Class A (Full Uniform) or

Class B (Pack, Troop, or Crew shirt)