Don't Miss Out! Registration Closes March 19th

March 12, 2025 | Greater LA Scouting, Scouting America

Pack 490 Celebrates a Memorable Blue & Gold Banquet!

This past Saturday, Pack 490 held its annual Blue & Gold Banquet, celebrating the dedication of Scouts, parents, and leaders. The evening was filled with awards, lively skits, and special recognitions. Leaders received Scouter Awards, the unit earned its Gold JTE ribbon, and Scouts were honored for their achievements.

A highlight of the night was the Arrow of Light (AOL) bridging ceremony, as AOL Scouts proudly joined Troop 483. Moments like these showcase the impact of Scouting and the strong bonds it creates. Congratulations to Pack 490 on a fantastic event!

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Join Us for a Night of Celebration & Recognition—Register Before It’s Too Late!

Join us as we honor our dedicated volunteers and Scouts—including the 2024 class of Silver Beavers, two Scouts who have achieved the rare distinction of earning every available merit badge, the Eagle Scout Project of the Year recipient, Spurgeon Award recipients, NOVA Award achievers, National Outstanding Eagle Scout honorees, and many more. We will also recognize longtime units that have served their communities for over 100 years, including Troops 1, 4, 5, 10, 121, 161, 301, and 351.

Explorer Ingrid Mejia Takes on a New Mission with the U.S. Army National Guard!

We are proud to announce that former Explorer Ingrid Mejia is joining the U.S. Army National Guard! She served with LAFD Explorer Post 81 from 2022 to 2024 and volunteered at Fire Station 81 for two years prior, dedicating over 800 hours to community service.

Her commitment to growth and service has been truly inspiring. On behalf of Explorer Post 81 and Greater LA Scouting, we thank her for her dedication and wish her the best in this new chapter. Congratulations, Ingrid!

Time is running out! Don’t miss your chance to level up your life skills at our next Build Character Workshop on Monday, March 31, 2025, at 7 PM.

Join us for a fun, interactive one-hour session where we dive into key topics designed to help you grow as a leader. From Time Management and Money Management to How to Get (and Keep!) a Job and How to Express Yourself, this workshop is packed with essential life skills to set you up for success!

Open to Explorers, Venturers, and Scouts aged 14+
Gain confidence, develop key skills, and start planning for a career
Happening on Microsoft Teams—join from anywhere!

Seats are filling up fast, so don’t wait! Register now and take the next step toward shaping your future. See you on March 31st!

Camporee Season is Here—Are You Ready?

Get ready, Scouts—Camporee season has arrived! Whether you're gearing up for the Highland Games, sharpening your Old West skills, or preparing to travel Back to the Future, this is your chance to put your Scouting skills to the test.

Camporee is more than just a competition—it’s a time for adventure, teamwork, and unforgettable memories. From outdoor challenges to themed activities, this season promises excitement at every turn. So, gather your patrols, brush up on your skills, and get ready to take on the ultimate Scouting challenge!

Upcoming Camporee's

Rose Bowl Camporee: Highland Games - April 4-6, 2025

Pio Pico Camporee: Old West Pioneer - April 11-13, 2025

Pacifica Survivor Camporee - April 25-27, 2025

San Gabriel Valley Camporee: Back to the Future - April 25-27

See you at Camporee!

Spring Recruitment Season is Here!

Are you ready to welcome new Scouts? Make sure you have everything you need for a successful recruitment season! From flyers to yard signs and everything in between, we have the supplies to help you grow your unit.

Check out our recruitment materials and get started today!

Need help? Contact your Unit Coordinator for guidance and support.

El Camino Real - Martin Brown Gaines

Exploring - Breanna Espinoza

Metropolitan - Francisco Ochoa

Pacifica - Hannibol Sullivan

Pio Pico - Cameron Summers

Rose Bowl - Alfredo Chavez

San Gabriel Valley - Estela Chicas

Let’s make this recruitment season the best one yet!

Request Recruitment Materials

Special Saturday Hours at the

LA Scout Shop!

Saturday, March 15, 2025

The LA Scout Shop will be open on Saturday, March 15, from 8 AM to Noon! This is a great opportunity to pick up uniforms, badges, handbooks, and all your Scouting essentials. Don't miss out—stop by and get everything you need for your next adventure!

Join Us for the Rose Bowl District Awards Dinner!

Celebrate the dedication and achievements of our incredible Scouting leaders and volunteers at the Rose Bowl District Awards Dinner! This prestigious event honors those who make a lasting impact on our Scouting community through leadership and service.

Enjoy an evening of camaraderie, recognition, and appreciation as we come together to celebrate the core values of Scouting.

Date: March 21, 2025

Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Location: Pasadena Masonic Temple, 200 S. Euclid Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

Secure your spot today and be part of this memorable evening of recognition!

Red Cross First Aid, CPR+AED Training at Trask

Saturday, March 29, 2025

Join us for a day of essential training with the Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED course at Trask! This session is open to Scouts and adults looking to complete their First Aid and CPR/AED certification.

Who Can Attend:

Adults and older Scouts (must be 15 or older)

Cost: $65 per person

Hurry! Only 8 spots left!

This is a great opportunity to learn life-saving skills and be prepared for any emergency. Register today and gain the confidence and certification needed to make a difference!

Wildfire Support & Community Resources Hub

How can I get Help from Scouting?

Gear Replacement Fund

Support Scouts in Rebuilding Their Scouting Gear

As families recover from the devastation of the fires, we are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support from our volunteers. Now, our focus shifts to helping replace essential camping gear. While many have generously offered equipment, we want to ensure that impacted Scouts can select the gear best suited for their adventures.

Please consider donating to the Gear Replacement Fund. All funds raised will be distributed to affected families through REI gift cards, allowing them to purchase exactly what they need to continue their Scouting journey. Together, we can help them get back outdoors and back to what they love most!

Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this possible! We’d love to hear how your experience went—please share your story with Cicily Gardea at Cicily.Gardea@scouting.org.