Merit Badge Day with the Monterey Park Police Department

No long wait is needed for the next Merit Badge Day hosted by the Monterey Park Police Department. After the huge turnout from the last event, they knew they couldn't keep you waiting too long. The Monterey Park Police Department is proud to present a trio merit badge course on the subjects of Traffic Safety, Crime Prevention, and Fingerprinting.

This course is FREE to all BSA Scouts.

Saturday, November 5, 2022  

8:00 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Barnes Park, City of Monterey Park

Seats Available: 100  

In-Memoriam of

Gordon Rowley

Gordon gave over 30 years to the Boy Scouts serving as a Scoutmaster for more than 17 years with Glendora Troop 483, mentoring, guiding and encouraging the Character, Leadership and Development of young men into becoming the best unselfish Citizens our Community could ask for. Gordon was many things; kind, gentle, pressing, and pushing, while encouraging these young men to become their very best.  

Join us on October 22, 2022, the Glendora Community Services Department with the support of the entire City Council will be dedicating the renamed Big Dalton Campground to the Rowley Wilderness Amphitheatre in honor of the many lifetime contributions to the City by both Gordon and Norma. 

There is still time to get your Popcorn!

If you have yet to run across a Scout at your local grocery store you can still place an order online. Victoria and her mom were out this past weekend selling popcorn for Pack 91! Support Scouting with your own purchase of popcorn.

Law Merit Badge Day

Law Merit Badge Day is a unique experience that allows Scouts interested in legal careers to complete the requirements for Scouting's Law Merit Badge. It will provide Scouts with an understanding of criminal law, civil law, legal history, and the opportunity to participate in a mock trial sponsored by the Legal Eagles. 

The Legal Eagles are a group of legal professionals who support the efforts of our council to provide young people with a better understanding of the law in their lives and as a career. 



November 19, 2022, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Loyola Law School, 919 Albany Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Join the Greater LA Scouting contingent going to the 2023 National Jamboree! Experience the thrill of meeting thousands of Scouts from around the country, participating in hundreds of activities covering the spectrum of Scout activities, and making memories for a lifetime The National Jamboree is one of Scouting’s great adventures.  Prices are about to raise on October 31st so secure your spot now!

As Camp Cherry Valley prepares to welcome campers and friends to our 100th year of fun and adventure, a couple of staff are now preparing to make it a great summer.  Matt Thornton is back for his second year as the Camp Director. Matt retired after 39 years of professional service with the Boy Scouts of America. He served as a Scout Executive for over 20 years from coast to coast with his last stop in West Los Angeles County Council. He came out of retirement to serve as the Program Director at Emerald Bay in 2021 and then agree to serve as the Camp Director for Cherry Valley in 2022. Matt is excited for the 100th Anniversary and is proud to announce that Derrick Schemel will be returning as the Program Director. The staff will be hired in the coming months so please apply if interested and watch this space for more updates. It is going to be a great summer sign up fast as spots are going fast.

“What do kimchi fried rice, “The Enchanted War - a Shakespearean Tragedy,” and forestry service have in common? They all happened at the 2022 Metropolitan District Fall Camporee.

Do You Know a Worthy Scouting Alumnus?

 The Greater Los Angeles Scouting Alumnus of the Year Committee is currently accepting applications for Council Alumnus of the Year! The Council Alumnus of the Year Award is different from other awards in Scouting as it does not simply recognize the individual for being a distinguished person or honor those giving time and energy to the BSA as a volunteer leader; Scouting already has awards that do that.

Completed applications are due by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, November 1, 2022. Please email the application and any supporting documents to Paul McNulty.

Anyone can leave a legacy with Scouting. Consider investing in Scouting’s future by making a planned gift today! Your support will ensure that Scouting in the Greater Los Angeles Area will be able to provide dynamic leadership opportunities and fun outdoor adventures for years to come!

Wes Romberg, Council Vice President of Program has a long history with Scouting. To learn how Scouting moments have influenced his life click the link below.