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The Cushman Watt Scout Center, LA Scout Store and all Camps will be closed Friday, December 31st, 2021 to January 2nd, 2022 in observance of New Years.

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On December 18 and 19, the Greater Los Angeles Area Council hosted the Vikings Foundation, LA County Sheriff’s Department, and the Los Angeles Police Department is a community service project that provided food boxes for needy families. Led by LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva and LAPD Chief Michel Moore, and supported by a team of Deputies, Officers, Explorers, Cadets, Scouts, and Volunteers, 1,450 food boxes were prepared and distributed through 30 charities and through outreach programs of the LA Sheriff’s Department and LAPD. The food boxes will provide over 40,000 meals for 1,450 families across Los Angeles County. Thanks to all who did a Good Turn and helped their neighbors in a time of need. See The Photos

As announced earlier, a new California Law AB 506 is taking effect on January 1, 2022. The law is created to create a safer environment for ALL youth who participate in youth programs in California. The new law adds training and background check requirements to youth organizations such as youth sports, church youth groups and Scouting. While Scouting has its own comprehensive youth protection program, we are required follow the State Law which adds additional requirements volunteers and staff.  Read More

Use this checklist of key safety elements to help ensure all participants of Scouting can enjoy the program safely. Click Here to learn more.

The Training will be held on February 12th. Click Here to register online.

As he scrolled through the hundreds of Eagle Scout Service Project photos collected in this blog’s popular Eagle Before & After series, Ron Matuska had two thoughts.

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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 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

BSA’s Safety Moments.

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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.

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

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

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Looking for a list of tasks that will get you and your Pack up to speed on hosting a Pinewood Derby Race Day event? Well look no further… we have compiled a list of to-do’s that goes along perfectly with our “Six Easy Steps to Planning the Ultimate Pinewood Derby Race” Blog!

Interested in going all virtual to suit your Scouts and their families best? We've got you covered - Check Out this Blog.

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

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!

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

From Acadia in Maine to Joshua Tree in California and beyond, our country’s national parks hosted 237 million people in 2020. But despite the continued popularity of these wide-open spaces, there’s one National Park Service offering that remains lesser known. Read More

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