COVID-19 Update

The State of California and the County of Los Angeles have issued updated health orders. Beginning on April 3, 2023, the guidelines regarding mask-wearing and gatherings have been rescinded for the Protocol on Organized Youth Sports. We encourage Greater LA Scouting units to continue to monitor the health of Scouting participants for illness while being flexible in the planning and execution of their Scouting events and encourage everyone to get vaccinated and boosted.

Incident Reporting

Do you know when you need to fill out an Incident Report? What about a near miss incident report? The Incident Report tool is to report all injuries, illnesses, and incidents during Scouting activities or on council-owned properties that require the intervention of a medical provider beyond basic Scout-rendered first aid. A near miss is an incident that did not result in injury, illness, or damage by definition but that had the potential to have done so. Near misses with clear lessons learned can bring to light opportunities to improve safety performance or program practices. 

Retiring after 28 years of Scouting

Our long-time ranger-extraordinaire, Mark Serratt, will be retiring at the end of May. Mark’s career with the council spans nearly 28 years and is filled with history, stories, and accomplishments. There is no doubt he will be dearly missed.

Next time you see Mark let him know how much you appreciated everything he did to make camping with Greater LA Scouting so memorable.

Belcher Scholarship

Applications Due April 3, 2023

Do you know an Eagle Scout graduating from High School? The Donald D. and M. Marie Belcher Charitable Foundation have established a special scholarship fund for Eagle Scouts who have plans to attend a four-year college or university following high school graduation. The funding will be a 2-year $7,000 college scholarship awarded each year in the amount of $3,500 the first year, renewable for a second year, with at least 24 college credits completed and a college grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or above.

Rock Climbing and Rope Use Training

Monday, April 10, 2023

This course is to introduce the adult Scouter to the BSA climbing program and to the specialized skills and techniques of basic rock climbing and rope use/rescue. Teach the eight points of the BSA’s Climb On Safely procedure. Discuss the opportunities and requirements for being trained as a BSA qualified climbing instructor.

BSA Climbing Level 2

April 14-16, 2023

This course provides training for people who are interested in teaching Scouts how to climb and rappel at the Unit, District, or Council level. This group might include those interested in becoming Climbing Merit Badge Counselors and Camp Staff.

National Parks Free Admission

Saturday, April 22, 2023

Mark your calendars for in celebration of the open weekend of National Park Week (April 22-30) and Earth Day there will be free admission on April 22 to the National Parks.

Rose Bowl Awards Gala



Thank you to all that were able to join us this past Friday evening to honor Isaac Hung and Susan and David Hensley for their outstanding service to the community and Scouting. The Rose Bowl District is grateful for your support and we hoped you enjoyed the evening.

Summer Camp is CALLING!

Does your Troop have their summer plans locked in yet? Are you looking to attend summer camp? Check out all the amazing programs that you can partake in at Hubert Eaton Scout Reservation!