April 17, 2024 | Greater Los Angeles Area Council, BSA

Do you know who is leading the 2026 National Jamboree?

We are quite excited that one of our very own Dr. Glenn Ault will be the 2026 National Jamboree Chair! Dr. Ault is an active member of our Board and a great resource to Greater LA Scouting. The 2026 National Jamboree is bound to be outstanding with Dr. Ault leading the drive.

Learn more about Sea Scouting

Sunday, April 21, 2024, from 12-3 pm

Ship 1992 invites you to come to learn about Sea Scouting at their upcoming Open House! This event is perfect for 11 - 20-year-old youth who are interested in maritime adventures. Join us at Bld G and American Pride to learn about our exciting Sea Scout Program. Explore the world of sailing, leadership, and teamwork with us! Don't miss out on this opportunity to discover the wonders of the sea. See you there!

Last Chance to Register for Pushcart Derby

Saturday, April 27, 2024

Join the Pio Pico District for the Pushcart Derby! There is a division for everyone that would like to participate. From Lions to Adults there will be fun on the track. You can learn more and register at the below link.

BSA Angling Educator Course

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at Cabrillo

This program is designed to give both Scouters and non-scouters who have never fished before the skills and knowledge to go to a pond and be successful quickly. This program is designed to educate you on how to teach Cub Scouts and Scouts to fish and how to host a Fishing Event.

There is still time to register and sell Camp Cards!

Camp Cards are a great way to fund your Scouting experience. With the cards being sold for $10 the unit retains a 50% commission. That is $5 per every Camp Card sold going back into your Scouting experience! The average unit raises $750 by participating in the sale. This is a great way to help cover program fees, summer camp and so much more. So don't miss out on this great opportunity and sign up now! The Camp Card campaign ends on August 1, 2024.

Salesmanship Merit Badge Day

Saturday, May 18, 2024, 

from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Have you been participating in the Camp Card Sale? Join us for the Salesmanship Merit Badge on Saturday, May 18th via Zoom as we work through the curriculum.

Volunteer Appreciation Month

This month are taking the time to recognize you, our amazing volunteers! Thank you for your continued devotion to Scouting because of your support we continue to impact the lives of many.

BSA & ARC Lifeguard Training

May 4-5, 2024 at Cabrillo

Participants who complete this course will receive the American Red Cross Certification for Lifeguarding / First Aid/ CPR/ AED for the professional rescuer. Valid for 2 years. 

Prerequisites for the class: 

• Proof of age 
• Must be at least 15 years of age to participate 
• Swim continuously for 550y 
• Tread water for 2 min without hands 
• Complete a timed event with a 10lb brick 

Join us at LA Fleet Week!

May 24-27, 2024 (Memorial Day Weekend)

Join us at LA Fleet Week, May 24 - May 27, as we promote Scouting to the larger community! Sign up to help us host a Scouting booth. We will be sharing the fun of Scouting by showcasing a Pinewood Derby track, Rain Gutter Regatta and STEAM activities! We are looking to fill 4 time slots a day for the 4 day program with 5 adult leaders and Scouts.

What Scouting Means to Me

Jack Orswell

I grew up in the San Gabriel Valley, joined Scouting as a Cub Scout, and I have really never left the program.  When I was 14, I earned my Eagle Scout Award and went to the National Jamboree at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania.  The trip was a life-changing experience and I was hooked on Scouting.

Today, I serve on the Greater LA Scouting Executive Board, serving as the Vice President of Exploring, a career-oriented Scouting program for young women and men ages 14-20. I am also the Council’s International Representative and act as a liaison representing our Council with other Scout groups throughout the world.

In 2007, I was a part of the security management team at the World Jamboree held outside of London, and on opening night, I was next to the stage at the bottom of the arena, looking up at 40,000 Scouts and leaders, all wearing their Scouting uniforms from over 190 countries. It was spectacular! There was laughing, singing, and making new friends with the Scouts sitting next to them.  

While looking at these people from every corner of the planet, the thought occurred to me that if our world leaders could only see what I saw that night, young people around the globe having fun and enjoying making new friends, the world would be a better place. That’s what Scouting means to me.

Donations support strategic initiatives and day-to-day needs which increase the impact Scouting has in our units and communities. 

The Council spends about $425 annually per Scout.