Troop
CampfireComplete Scout Troop Management Features
Everything you need to run your Scout troop efficiently, keep families connected, and help Scouts achieve their goals.
🌐 Public Troop Website
Give your troop a professional online presence with zero configuration required. Your public website automatically stays in sync with your troop's calendar and information.
Key Benefits:
- ⭐ Zero configuration - instantly generated from your troop data
- ⭐ Professional Scout-themed design
- ⭐ Public event calendar for prospective families
- ⭐ "Join Our Troop" functionality for easy recruitment
- ⭐ Contact forms for interested families
- ⭐ Mobile responsive design
- ⭐ Always up-to-date with your troop information
- ⭐ Custom page included (troopwebsite.org/your-troop-name)
Why This Matters
"We used to struggle maintaining our troop website. Now families can find us online, see our upcoming events, and contact us directly - all without any technical setup. It's helped us recruit 5 new families this year!" - Troop 41 Committee Chair
💡 Pro Tip
Your public website is perfect for sharing with prospective families at roundups, school nights, and community events. Just share your troop's URL!
Your troop's professional website - zero setup required
📅 Troop Calendar
Streamline event planning with our intuitive calendar system. From weekly meetings to summer camps, manage all your troop activities in one place.
Key Benefits:
- Visual calendar with drag-and-drop event creation
- Automated RSVP tracking and reminders
- Event-specific file sharing and communication
- Integration with Scout advancement requirements
- Calendar sync with personal devices
Use Case Example
"Planning our annual camping trip used to take hours of back-and-forth emails. Now I create the event in Campfire, and families can RSVP, view packing lists, and chat about logistics all in one place." - Troop 123 Scoutmaster
👥 Member Directory
Keep your troop connected with comprehensive member profiles that include contact information, family connections, and Scout advancement progress.
Key Benefits:
- Searchable directory with photos and contact details
- Family relationship mapping
- Role-based permissions for leaders and parents
- Emergency contact information
- Scout rank and patrol assignments
Use Case Example
"As a new parent, the member directory helped me quickly connect with other families and understand the troop structure. I can easily find contact info for carpooling and patrol activities." - Scout Parent
💬 Messaging & Communication
Keep your troop connected with built-in messaging that supports group chats, event discussions, and real-time notifications.
Key Benefits:
- ✅ Event-specific group chats (Free)
- ✅ Patrol and troop-wide messaging (Free)
- ✅ Real-time push notifications (Free)
- ⭐ File and photo sharing in conversations (Pro)
- ✅ Message read receipts and reactions (Free)
Use Case Example
"The event chat feature is fantastic! Parents can coordinate carpools, ask questions about equipment, and share photos during the camping trip. Everything stays organized by event." - Assistant Scoutmaster
📸 Photo Sharing
Capture and preserve Scout memories with secure photo sharing within your troop community. Create event galleries that families can enjoy for years.
Key Benefits:
- Event-based photo galleries
- Secure sharing within troop only
- High-resolution photo storage
- Easy download for families
- Photo commenting and reactions
Use Case Example
"I love how photos from our summer camp automatically organize by activity. Families can easily find pictures of their Scout's achievements and download them for scrapbooks." - Committee Chair
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🏆 Rank & Merit Badge Tracking
Support Scout advancement with comprehensive tracking tools that help leaders manage requirements and help Scouts visualize their progress.
Key Benefits:
- ✅ Digital requirement checklists (Free)
- ✅ Progress visualization and reports (Free)
- ✅ Achievement history and dates (Free)
- ✅ One-time Scoutbook import (Free)
- ⭐ Automatic Scoutbook sync (Pro)
- ✅ Court of Honor preparation tools (Free)
Use Case Example
"Tracking advancement used to be a paper nightmare. Now I can see exactly which Scouts need which requirements, and parents can follow their Scout's progress in real-time." - Advancement Chair
🔒 Permissions & Security
Keep your troop's information secure with role-based permissions, privacy controls, and enterprise-grade security that protects youth and families.
Key Benefits:
- Role-based access controls (Leaders, Parents, Scouts)
- Granular privacy settings
- Secure data encryption at rest and in transit
- Youth protection compliance features
- Audit logs for administrative actions
Use Case Example
"As a Chartered Organization Representative, I appreciate the detailed permission system. I can ensure only appropriate leaders have access to sensitive information while keeping communication open for families." - COR
Why Choose Campfire?
All-in-One Solution
Everything you need in one platform. No need to juggle multiple apps or services for different troop functions.
Easy to Use
Intuitive design that works for all ages and technical skill levels. Get your troop started in minutes, not hours.
Scout-Safe
Built with youth protection in mind. Secure, private, and compliant with Scout safety standards.
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