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How to Join and Enroll Kids in Scout Programs in The Sims 4

The Sims 4 includes Scout programs that child Sims can join. Getting your Sim kids involved in Scouts allows them to learn important skills, make friends, earn badges and rewards, and have fun outdoor adventures. Here is a comprehensive guide on how to enroll child Sims into Scout programs in The Sims 4 and help them progress through the ranks.

Finding and Joining a Scout Group

The first step is finding a Scout group for your child Sim to join. Here are some tips:

  • Use the phone or computer to search for local community groups. Select the “Scouts” category to see available Scout troops.
  • Scout meetings are held at set times during the week at designated neighborhood lots. Check the calendar to find meeting times and locations.
  • Have your child Sim visit venue lots categorized under “Scouts” to scout for troop meetings. The lot description will confirm it hosts Scouts.
  • Attend a Scout meeting during the scheduled time and use the friendly social options to inquire about joining.

Once you’ve found a troop, use friendly social interactions during their meeting times to express interest in signing your Sim up. There may be certain requirements before they can officially join, like minimum skills. Fulfill these if prompted.

Enrolling Your Child Sim in Scouts

After expressing interest, you will get options to officially enroll your eligible child Sim in the Scout program. The enrollment cost varies based on age group:

  • Cub Scouts – §15 enrollment fee
  • Scouts BSA – §25 enrollment fee

Agree to pay the fee when prompted. Once enrolled, the Scout career will be added automatically under your Sim’s profile.

Scout Rank Progressions

As a Scout, your Sim can progress up through different ranks by gaining experience, completing goals, earning badges, and acquiring certain skills and traits.

Cub Scouts Ranks:

  • Bobcat
  • Wolf Cub
  • Bear Cub
  • Webelos
  • Arrow of Light

Scouts BSA Ranks:

  • Scout
  • Tenderfoot
  • Second Class
  • First Class
  • Star
  • Life
  • Eagle

Higher ranks have additional benefits and unlock special objects, clothing, and abilities for your Sim.

Gaining Scout Experience

Here are some primary ways your child Sim can gain Scout experience to progress through ranks:

  • Attend meetings: Have your Sim child attend official scout troop meetings according to the schedule. This allows them to gain experience points over time. Send them early to get the most benefits.
  • Participate in activities: Troop meetings involve various activities like working on badges, camping skills, games, and trips. Have your Sim actively engage to earn more points.
  • Complete goals: Progressing to new Scout ranks requires completing certain goals, like earning a specific number of badges or reaching skill thresholds. Regularly check your Sim’s progress.
  • Go on outings: Scout groups will periodically go on outings like camping trips or visits to venues like museums. Joining these outings earns bonus experience.

Earning Scout Badges

A key part of Scout progression is earning badges by mastering various skills and completing badge requirements.

  • Check the Scout panel in your Sim’s profile to see available badges and their specific requirements.
  • Focus your Sim on the skills, traits, and activities needed to complete the badges. Make use of clubs, after-school activities, and skill-building objects.
  • Fulfilling all requirements for a badge earns it for your Sim. The badge will then be added to their sash/vest.
  • Certain numbers of badges are required to reach new ranks.

Examples of Scout badges include Outdoor, Fitness, Creativity, Responsibility, Adventure, and Nature badges.

Scout Rewards and Unlocks

As your Sim kid advances up through Scout ranks, they’ll unlock exclusive rewards including:

  • Scout-themed clothing additions
  • Special objects only Scouts can use like tents, campfires, sashes, etc. These provide unique interactions.
  • Trait rewards like Responsible or Adventurous
  • Temporary moodlets and status effects
  • Access to secret lots and areas only accessible to Scout members
  • Special social interactions only high-ranking Scouts can use

Scout rewards will automatically be added to your Sim’s inventory or wardrobe when earned.

Attending Scout Events and Trips

Scout troops will periodically organize special events and trips related to skills, badges, and outdoor activities. Here are some examples:

  • Campouts – Overnight camping events at parks with campfires, tents, outdoor cooking, etc.
  • Adventure trips – Visiting areas like forests, mountains, or beaches for hiking, fishing, and exploring. May involve collecting samples or photos.
  • Community events – Parades, concerts, fairs, and festivals organized or attended by Scout troops.
  • Museum trips – Educational trips to venues like science centers, planetariums, or zoos to boost knowledge.

These special Scout events provide great opportunities for your Sim to boost their experience, progress towards badges, and bond with troop members. Make sure to check the calendar and attend whenever possible!

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