Boo Fest is BACK!

August 20, 2025 | Greater LA Scouting, Scouting America

Boo Fest is Back!

October 24–26 | Firestone Scout Reservation

We’re so excited to announce Boo Fest 2025! Get ready for a weekend overflowing with adventure, creativity, and fall fun for Cub Scouts and their families.

On Saturday, Scouts and siblings will rotate through awesome activity stations like:

Arts and crafts
Range and Target Activities
Obstacle course challenges
And so much MORE!

Bring your pack and enjoy family camping under the stars with campfires, storytelling, songs, and s’mores. Don’t forget your camp chairs or blankets for a cozy night of fun and community.

Mark your calendars, gather your gear, and join us for a weekend of laughter, friendship, and unforgettable memories! We can’t wait to see you at Boo Fest!

Only a Few Spots Left, Register NOW for

STEM Shoot! Award Day

Sunday, August 24 | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Registration closes TOMORROW, Thursday, August 21. This is your final chance to join us! Scouts will delve into aviation, space technology, and composite materials before designing, building, and launching rockets to earn the STEM Shoot! badge. Award.

What to Know:

Hands-on STEM workshops
Rocket launching fun
Dedication Ceremony honoring Merwyn C. Gill's legacy

This is your final boarding call for a day where innovation meets imagination. Don’t wait—register now before it’s too late!

Join us in 2026

From the Mountain to the Island

See You in 2026!

Another unforgettable camping season has come to a close! We shared amazing adventures, learned new skills, and pushed our Scout spirit to the limits. But the journey doesn’t stop here—2026 is shaping up to be just as memorable! Whether you’re heading up to Hubert Eaton Scout Reservation in the mountains or out to Camp Cherry Valley for its 101st summer, we can’t wait to see you back for another year of adventure. Reserve your spot today!

Building Resilience: Explorer Training with the RTO

Recently, our Explorers had an exciting training session with Officer Torres, gaining insight into the role of the Recruit Training Office (RTO) at the CHP Academy. The RTO plays a key part in preparing recruits by creating high-stress, high-pressure scenarios designed to build resilience and confidence.

This hands-on practice gave our Explorers the chance to experience the intensity of academy-style training and learn strategies for handling stressful situations, an invaluable skill set for those planning to attend the academy in the future.

HAT – Desert Camping & Travel Training

Seminar: Saturday, September 20, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Cushman Watt Service Center, 2333 Scout Way, Los Angeles, CA 90026

$25 (Register by September 13, 2025) | Limited to 15 participants

Ready to expand your outdoor leadership skills? This High Adventure Training (HAT) course is designed to help adult Scouters understand the unique challenges and beauty of desert environments while learning essential backpacking skills for a safe, fun, and rewarding experience.

What to Expect:

One-day seminar with practical training (bring sack lunch)
Hands-on planning for a weekend outing to Joshua Tree National Park
Backpacking skills for dry campsites, cross-country travel, and safe desert trekking
A 5-mile round-trip backpack and a climb up Queen Mountain to put your skills into practice

Gear: Bring paper, pencil, and lunch for the seminar. Each Scouter is responsible for their own equipment and food for the outing.

This course is capped at 15 participants. Don’t miss your chance to gain desert expertise and confidence on the trail — register today!

Jungle Expedition: Secrets of Lost Camp Pepperdine

October 10-12, 2025, at Hubert Eaton Scout Reservation

Long ago, Camp Pepperdine thrived with spirit, its towering totems and proud Jungle Expedition Banner standing as symbols of adventure. Then, on one stormy night beneath a blood-red moon, it vanished into legend. Now, the call has gone out for Scouts like you to step into the story, retrace the lost trails, uncover hidden clues, and solve one of Scouting’s most thrilling mysteries.

This weekend-long adventure at Big Horn focuses on earning merit badges, building skills, and enjoying delicious meals prepared for Scouts and leaders. As the sun sets on Saturday, you’ll venture into the shadowed outskirts of Pepperdine on a haunted night hike, where the whispers in the trees grow louder… and the mystery awaits.

Celebrate Leadership and Character at the Good Character Gala!

This year, we are proud to present the Good Character Award to Chief Jim McDonnell, recognizing his 40+ years of distinguished service in law enforcement and his unwavering leadership in building community trust and safety across Los Angeles.

Whether you’re a longtime supporter or just joining our mission, your participation ensures that all youth have access to the life-changing experiences Scouting provides.

Interested in sponsoring the event?

Email development@greaterlascouting.org or call 213-718-7167 to learn more.

Let’s come together for an evening of celebration, inspiration, and impact—building a stronger future, one Scout at a time!

Tickets & Sponsorships

Pacifica Fishing Merit Badge Camp

September 13–14, 2025

Set sail for adventure and earn your Fishing Merit Badge! Scouts will spend half a day ocean fishing aboard the Monte Carlo in San Pedro, then camp overnight at the Cabrillo Beach Youth Center. Certified instructors will guide Scouts through all badge requirements, making this the perfect experience for both first-time anglers and seasoned fishermen.

Drop-Off: 22nd Street Sportfishing Landing, San Pedro

Camping: Cabrillo Beach Youth Center

Cost: $150 per participant (includes boat fee, rental gear, tackle, food, and camp fee)

Registration closes September 6 | Limited to 32 Scouts

Don’t miss this chance to combine the thrill of the sea with the achievement of a badge — register today!

The New School Year is Here!

Which means it’s Recruitment Time!

Is your unit ready to welcome new Scouts? Don’t worry, we’ve got everything you need to make this recruitment season a success! Check out your one-stop shop for flyers, yard signs, and so much more to make this recruitment season a success.

Check out all the resources and place your order for your pack or troop today:

greaterlascouting.org/recruitment-materials-order-page

Your District Executive can help you get the materials you need, and don’t forget to submit your geofence requests to boost your recruitment events with targeted social media ads.

We’re here to help you shine! Let’s make this season fun, engaging, and full of new Scouts!

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