Name: Boom Event
Start: 2026-06-09T18:00:00-04:00
Location: Bristol Community College

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)