August, 19, 2021 | Greater Los Angeles Area Council, BSA |
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Troop 860 Takes on Mt. Baldy
The Mount Baldy Backpack last weekend was an exciting adventure that led us from the parking lot all the way up to the summit of Mount Baldy. Right from the trailhead, it was uphill and didn't stop until the top. Our group trekked up many switchbacks to the Baldy Ski Hut, where we stopped to have lunch and refill our water bottles with refreshing spring water. From there, we assessed our options for camping, deciding to hike up some steeper switchbacks and camp on top of the Baldy Bowl, which greeted us with spectacular views of the valley below. The views continued to get better as a small group of eager scouts and adults marched on up to the summit of mount badly, which did not disappoint.
Great scenery from all angles left us speechless and made for some great panorama shots. From the top, we also got a glimpse of some bighorn sheep, a rare sight to see. Various lizards and chipmunks were also scampering about the trails, including a small scorpion guarding some camp spots. We all settled in for the night, perched on the ridge while small thundershowers brought us through the night. The morning started with a spectacular sunrise, which a few early risers got to witness. We then made breakfast and regrouped by the trail to begin our descent. The descent was fast, a lot faster than the climb, with several young scouts scampering down the trail. At this point, the group broke into a couple of smaller groups, which all got to the trailhead at their own paces, picking up trash and conducting some trail conservation along the way. Overall, this trip was successful with nobody getting hurt or lost and everybody having a great time. It was a pleasure to be a part of it, and I recommend the Mount San Antonio trails to anyone; you won't be disappointed. See Photo Album
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Cub Leader Specific Training
August 29, 2021
Whether you're new to Cub Scouts, or a volunteer who is taking on a new position, this course is for you! Cub Scout Leader Position-Specific Training will show you everything you need to know about Cub Scouting, the role and responsibilities of adult leaders, and the resources available to help ensure your success. Learn More
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BALLOO Training For Cub Leaders
This fun and interactive training is perfect for any adult willing to fulfill the promise of the Cub Scout Outdoor Program regardless of skill or leadership position.
Held at Cabrillo Youth Center in San Pedro 3000 Shoshonean Road Los Angeles, CA 90731. Aug 28 – Aug 29
Saturday 8am - Sunday 12pm
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Extreme Makeovers, Round 37: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos
This is the 37th in an occasional series where I share Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos. See the complete collection here and submit your own here.
COVID-19 note: Some of these Eagle projects were completed before the pandemic, meaning the photos may not necessarily depict coronavirus-related health and safety protocols.
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Good news! Here’s How to Get Your Scouts Featured in Local Media
Nearly every available inch of wall space in Brandon Kathman’s office is covered with headlines spotlighting Scouts...
The tradition started some time around April 2020. Any time a Scout in the Greater Tampa Bay Area Council made headlines, Brandon Kathman took the news clipping and posted it on the wall of his office.
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Jamboree On The Air
We would like to get some scouts to to join us for the October 16, 2021 Jamboree on the Air. If you can advertise this for us, that would be great. We could also operate on Oct17th morning if needed. Read More
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Scout Shops of the Greater Los Angeles Area Council
Our three Scout Shops are here to ensure that you are ready to camp this year, whether you’re heading off to camp or staying home for a backyard campout. The Eagle portraits are back and on display at the New San Gabriel Valley Scout Shop. Belle & Beau are once again providing portraits so come on in and look for the Eagles from your unit. Visit our Scout Shops for great deals every day. Click Here to visit our webpage
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GLAAC Alumni Association
The Greater Los Angeles Area Council Alumni Association offers many opportunities to support Scouting, enjoy Scouting adventures, and help our youth develop into our nation's very best young adults.
The purpose of GLAAC Alumni Association is to foster lifelong connections with Scouting. Alumni membership includes receiving the GLAAC Weekly News and the daily Bryan on Scouting online publication that will help reacquaint alumni with Scouting. We hope you will join the GLAAC Alumni Association today. Learn More
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Become a Scouting Volunteer
Scouting is a youth-led, youth-run program, but the youth must be trained to be leaders. Adult role models in Scouting provide an ideal learning experience for all youth. Every adult volunteer has something valuable to offer. On a typical weekend campout, Scouts might work with an adult volunteer who teaches the Fishing merit badge and with a Scout mom to learn orienteering, go on a 5-mile hike with another adult leader, and end the day learning how to clean and cook fresh fish from someone else. The advantages of Scouting are not limited to youth.
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Submit Your Articles For Our Weekly Scouter Update
Please submit your articles for the Scouter Weekly Update in MS-Word format on Monday of each week, with the images separately in a JPG format. Please email your articles to rossarnold1213@gmail.com. We welcome your input and encourage you to share your ideas with kevin.burton@scouting.org.
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