March 13, 2024 | Greater Los Angeles Area Council, BSA

Excelling through Exploring

A true testament to our Explorer program is the success of our very own Explorers moving into their respective careers. Pictured here is Post 1969 South Gate PD Former Explorer Sergeant Mijares who is now a police recruit for the South Gate Police Department. We could not be prouder of his accomplishment. Congratulations Mijares, the journey is just beginning, and we can’t wait to see it unfold.

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Camporees are Almost Here!

Time to brush off your Scout Skills as Camporees are coming! Whether you are a Knight of the Roundtable or a Survivor time to prepare for a weekend of Scouting Competition!

Pio Pico District - April 19-21, 2024 at Prado Park

Pacifica District - April 19-21, 2024 at Firestone Scout Reservation

Rose Bowl District - April 19-21, 2024 at Trask Scout Reservation

El Camino Real District - April 19-21, 2024 at Firestone Scout Reservation

San Gabriel Valley District - April 26-28 at Firestone Scout Reservation

Support Scouting while

Grocery Shopping

Do you shop at Ralphs or Kroger? Did you know that you can support local Scouting while you shop? When you check out at the grocery store let them know that you would like to support the 'Los Angeles Area Council, BSA' with your Community Rewards.

Polar Bear Plunge

At Cabrillo, March 16 & 23, 2024

Join us for a Polar Bear Plunge at Cabrillo! Come dressed ready to jump in! Bring warm clothing to change into afterward. Then enjoy breakfast and time on the beach.

Wilderness & Remote First Aid

March 23 & 24, 2024 at the Cushman Watt Scout Center

Extend your Scout Leaders' knowledge of First Aid to those situations where professional response may not be immediately available. This training is geared towards Adult Scout Leaders and those Scout parents going to a Scout High Adventure Base activity or Scout wilderness activity. Certification in CPR & AED will be taught in this course.

Adventure Awaits!

There is still time to register for Summer Resident Camp. Week 8, July 28 through August 3 is still open! Get signed up today!

Distinguished Conservation Program

BSA Distinguished Conservation Service Awards are granted by the National Council through the local Council's Conservation Committee to a member of a Scouts BSA, Sea Scout, or Venturing unit for exceptional and distinguished service to conservation and environmental improvement. A DCS Award project must be a significant and lasting effort in natural resource conservation or environmental improvement. Each project must be chosen from a list of different disciplines of conservation. Only one project may be completed on Scout property; other organizations are usually excited to help Scouts find projects.

The Belcher Scholarship Deadline is Approaching!

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Calling all Eagle Scouts! Are you an Eagle Scout on your way to college or university? Would a scholarship help you further your education? Apply for the Belcher Scholarship for your chance to win $7,000 over the first two years of your college career. Applications are due April 3, 2024. Questions can be directed to Cicily Gardea.

Scout Day at the Terminal Island US Coast Guard Base

Saturday, April 20, 2024

Join in the fun on Saturday, April 20th where Scouts will have the chance to explore and immerse themselves in a tour of the Coast Guard Base. Scouts will also have the option to fulfill certain Weather Merit Badge requirements. The remaining requirements can be completed the following Saturday at the Cushman Watt Scout Center.