Weekly Scouter Update December 17, 2021 | Greater Los Angeles Area Council, BSA

Warm Wishes for the Holidays From Our Homes to Yours Have a Joyous Holiday and Happy New Year From All of Us at the Greater Los Angeles Area Council! The Cushman Watt Scout Center, LA Scout Store and all Camps will be closed from Monday, December 20th to Sunday, December 26th, 2021. Our regular business hours will resume on Monday, December 27th, 2021. We will also be closed Friday, December 31st, 2021 to January 2nd, 2022 in observance of New Years. The San Gabriel Valley and Cabrillo Scout Shops will be open. Click Here for Holiday Scout Shop Hours of Operation.

Announcing New Youth Protection Measures in 2022 Dear Scouting Family:   Protecting youth is our top priority and we want to share some new layers of protection the State of California is requiring next year to supplement and enhance our already robust Youth Protection Policies.    Starting in January 2022, California law AB 506 will require all youth-serving organizations to take several steps to protect children. Due to our commitment to safety, we are already meeting several of the requirements, including having two leaders at every meeting and clear policies for reporting abuse for all registered adults. However, two new requirements will be added next year to strengthen our Youth Protection efforts in our council and affect many of our volunteers and families. Read More

New Mask Mandates for Scouting Programs (12-15-2021) The State of California issued an indoor masking directive effective December 16, 2021. This comes after LA County Department of Public Health (LACDPH) issued a similar directive last week. Based upon the Omnicron variant reports related to reduced vaccination efficacy, LACDPH and California have elected to decrease spread through mandatory masking. This includes the County Youth Sports Protocol which has guided much of the Scouting program over the past year. Read More

USC Holiday Basketball Game - LA Scout Day Happy Holidays, come out this December 30th and watch the USC Basketball Team bounce some holiday cheer against the Arizona State Sun Devils. The cost for the event is $20 per ticket, and if you have any questions, please get in touch with Natalie Munguia at: munguian@usc.edu or call her at 213-821-6153. You can also order tickets by Clicking Here. Scouting For Food Locations The following locations are looking forward to receiving your scouting for food donations THIS Saturday from 9-12! All pantry items are welcomed (please check expiration dates). Market gift cards are greatly appreciated as well. Please remember to do your good turn & support your neighbors who need some extra love this holiday season! Click Here to view the locations

Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing Seminar The Cross Country Skiing and Snow Showing Seminar will be January 3rd at the Cushman-Watts Service Center. The Cross Country outing will be January 8th. The Snow Shoeing outing will be January 22nd. Register Now

Adult Leader Backpack Training Adult Leader Backpack Training will be held on February 25th to 27th. The training provides an overview of high adventure basics: leadership; planning and preparation; equipment and clothing; menus and cooking; mountain navigation and travel; conservation; risk and safety; and program awards. There will also be an overnight outing in the local mountains. See the attached flyer for details. The class size is limited to 45 participants so register early to ensure a spot. We cannot guarantee a spot for walk-ins. Register Now!

Stay Safe by Reviewing the Newest BSA Safety Moments How far away should Scouts stand during a model rocket launch? Should you have a den meeting at a trampoline park? Is tossing color-changing additives into a campfire a good idea? For answers to these questions and more than 90 other topics, take a look at BSA’s Safety Moments. Greater Los Angeles Area Council Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award The Greater Los Angeles Area Council (GLAAC) recognizes each year a Council Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award for an Eagle Scout whose service project merits exceptional recognition.  Click Here for more information and Submission Guidelines.:

On behalf of the Greater Los Angeles Area Council, BSA, the Silver Beaver Selection Committee is proud to announce The Class of 2021 Silver Beaver Recipients Sophia Maria Antunez - Pio Pico District Cheryl Mindy Becker - San Gabriel Valley District Stewart Cushman - Board of Directors Iris Dawson - El Camino Real District Bill Drewes - Pacifica District William Robert Hodgkiss - Pacifica District Catharine E. Jones - Pacifica District Michael A. Jones - Pacifica District James Edward Kennedy - Pacifica District Joseph Michael Lipsey - Pacifica District Henry Lum Jr. - Metropolitan District John A. Moe, II - Board of Directors Adam C. Ng - Metropolitan District Patti Nishimura - Pacifica District Karen E. Patterson - Board of Directors Daniel Polarek - San Gabriel Valley District Sheryl London Ruskin - Pacifica District Deanna Schnabel - Board of Directors Craig Stephen Snodgrass - Rose Bowl District George Sorensen - Rose Bowl District Richard John Terrile, Ph.D. - Rose Bowl District Latha Vasan - Pio Pico District Rosemary Martinez Vivero - Exploring Please “Save the Date” of Wednesday, January 26, 2022, as these outstanding individuals will be recognized at the 2022 Council’s Annual Recognition Dinner for their noteworthy service of exceptional character! We hope that you can join us on January 26th as we pay tribute to these remarkable Scouters. Please visit www.glaacbsa.org/annual_dinner to register for this event.

2022 Summer Camp at Camp Big Horn at Circle X Ranch Located near Lake Arrowhead at over 5,000 feet of elevation and with over 2,000 acres of pristine forest in the San Bernardino Mountains. Camp Big Horn at Circle X Ranch has top class, program areas, campsites and facilities. Read More 2022 Camp Cherry Valley Scouts BSA Summer Resident Camp Since 1921, Camp Cherry Valley has provided a life-changing experience to over one-million youth. The camp's beautiful protective cove and sandy beach provide an unparalleled aquatic adventure for your Scouts and Units. Learn More

Alumni Award & GLAAC Alumni Association There is a Scouter recognition knot that many Scouters may earn that you might not have heard, but it has been around a number of years. This knot is called the Alumni Award. This award has not been promoted in our council, up until now. In fact, there has only been a few people who have earned this award in the our Council. Click Here for more information. 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. Read More

Send Us a Photo of Your Favorite Scout Patch!  how us your favorite Scout patch and, in one sentence, tell us the reason you chose it. It can be your first patch, the most meaningful to you, the coolest or whatever! Click Here to go to form. 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. Read More

2022 Camp Card Campaign Pre-Order Your Camp Cards Now! Camp Cards is a proven program that is designed to help Scouts raise funds for their summer camp experience.  What makes the Camp Card a great fundraiser?  Price Point - The consumer gets their money back after redeeming the coupons Customer Value - The Camp Card is worth much more than the cost Easy Logistics - Easy to distribute, require little storage space and are not labor intensive  Click Here for more information and order form.

Elbert K. Fretwell Outstanding Educator Award We are seeking nominations for recipients for the Elbert K. Fretwell Outstanding Education Award. The Fretwell Award is presented by local Scouters to teachers, educational support staff, and school administrators who stand out from their professional peers in instilling Scouting values in their students. Learn More Registration for the USA Contingent to the 2023 World Scout Jamboree in South Korea is now open.  Join 50,000 Scouts from more than 170 National Scouting Organizations for the largest youth gathering on the planet! Register Now!

Are You Interested in Making a Difference? Camp Big Horn is Hiring! We are beginning to piece together our Summer Camp Staff and Counselor Trainees! Working at Camp Big Horn at Circle X Ranch is a unique experience filled with fun and fellowship! Working at Summer Camp is an opportunity for you to gain leadership experience, and a place where your Scouts will make friendships that last a lifetime. Summer Camp truly makes an impact on those who serve on Staff, experiences working at camp expose you to real world business practices! Read More

2023 National Jamboree The National Jamboree is a one-of-a-kind gathering of Scouts, leaders, and staff that showcases everything that is great about the BSA and its members. Typically held every four years, the Jamboree is an amazing opportunity for participants, volunteers, and visitors to experience the best of Scouting, all in one place. Learn More Eagle Scouts Can Apply for NESA Scholarships Earning the Eagle Scout rank is an impressive achievement that provides lasting impacts on one’s life. One of those impacts can be financial support for higher education. Beginning December 1, the National Eagle Scout Association will be accepting applications for five annual scholarships of varying amounts. Learn More

We Are Hiring Future Staff and Counselor in Training for the 2022 Long-term Camp for Camp Cherry Valley! Your Island Adventure begins by land and sea! Hit the trail with Camp Cherry Valley (CCV) where we provide a full spectrum Scouts BSA advancement program in the unique natural surroundings of Catalina Island. Camp Cherry Valley is located on the leeward side of Catalina Island with much to offer in its remote canyon location surrounded by peaks and ridges that run out into the calm waters of Cherry Cove.  Read More

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