March 27, 2024 | Greater Los Angeles Area Council, BSA

Last Chance to Apply for the Belcher Scholarship!

Deadline April 3rd @ 5 pm

Calling all Eagle Scouts! The deadline to apply for the Belcher Scholarship is right around the corner! All applications must be in no later than 5 pm on April 3, 2024.

Southern California Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge

In 2021, Troop 278 completed the Southern California Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge. Troop 278 is at it again and started another Southern California Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge for 2024. For the challenge, Troop 278 will hike Mt. Baldy, Mt. Baden-Powell, Cucamonga Peak, Ontario Peak, Strawberry Peak, and Sitton Peak. On Saturday, March 16, 2024, Troop 278 hiked Strawberry Peak which is 6165 feet above sea level. One down five to go Troop 278! Way to go troop 278!

What adventures is your unit going on? Share them with us by using the submission site below.

Office Closed

Friday, March 29 & Saturday, March 30

The Cushman Watt Scout Center and Los Angeles Scout Shop will be closed on Friday, March 29, 2024, in observance of Good Friday. The Arcadia Scout Shop will be closed on Saturday, March 30, 2024.

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.

Fighting the Mud at Camp Trask

Calling all Scouts and Scouters!

We need your help digging out the Fort at Camp Trask. We have secured the funds for the work to begin on April 4th to make the repairs so desperately needed.

With the rains and the previous floods, there is a lot of mud that needs to be removed.

Please contact Ranger Anthony if you are willing and able to help!

Rain or Shine Scouting Continues!

This past weekend Troop 443 hosted a Cub Scout Day for the Scouts in Covina. Various Cub Scout Units came out to participate in the fun with no fear of the rain. Scouts completed many different adventures for all levels of Cub Scouting along with a visit with Los Angeles County Fire Engine 154. Thank you to Troop 443 for hosting this outstanding event for the Covina Cub Scouts and to Engine 154 for joining in the fun!

Calling all Eagle Scout Mothers!

Saturday, May 4, 2024

We'd love to celebrate Eagles Scout mothers for their support and hope that they can join us for the Wind Under Their Wings Brunch. Join us Saturday, May 4, at Almansor Court (700 S. Almansor St. Alhambra, CA 91807) from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Pacifica District Awards Dinner

Thursday, April 25, 2024

Reserve your spot now to ensure you don't miss out on an evening filled with delicious food, great company, and the exciting announcement of the District Award of Merit recipient!

Take advantage of our reduced prices this year, but act fast - the early booking rate of $30 ends on Friday, March 29th!

Spread the word among your unit members so we can have a full house and make this event unforgettable. Don't wait - secure your spot today!