September 18, 2024 | Greater LA Scouting, Scouting America

From Explorers to Community Service Officers:

Celebrating New Beginnings at Alhambra PD

Three of our dedicated Explorers at Post 411 have taken a significant leap forward in their law enforcement careers! Join us in congratulating Explorer Aung, Explorer Huang, and former Explorer Ramos, who have recently joined Alhambra PD as Community Service Officers. We are immensely proud of their achievements and the progress they've made since joining the Explorer program. Their commitment and hard work have paved the way for this exciting new chapter. Congratulations to Aung, Huang, and Ramos—we look forward to witnessing your continued growth and success in your new roles!

Unit & Membership Renewal

Over 90% of our Members & Units are due to renew this month, by September 30, so likely this applies to you! This year Membership Renewal is separated from Unit Renewal. Many units are directing their member families to pay their individual renewal fees while the units are only paying their unit renewal fees. 

Check with your unit treasurer if you have any question on whether your individual registration is being paid by your unit. But please do so, now, as in the vast majority of cases renewals are due at the end of September (whether paid for by the individual or by the unit), Scout on!

Upcoming Events Across the Council

*Space is limited

Cabrillo Merit Badge Day - Saturday, September 21st, Swimming

LA Korean Festival - Recruitment Event - September 26- 29

Ask Bob - Thursday, September 26th

Rangemaster Training* - Saturday, October 5th at Camp Trask (Adult Training)

Cabrillo Merit Badge Day - Saturday, October 5th, First Aid & Family Life

Cabrillo Merit Badge Day - Saturday, October 12th, Kayaking, Citizenship of the World, & Lifesaving

HAT - Wilderness Women Training for Men - Monday, October 14th (Adult Male Training)

HAT - Climbing Instructor Training Level 1- October 18-20 at HESR

Firestone Gun Safety Monster Mash - Sunday, October 20th

BooFest at Firestone - October 25-27

HAT - Wilderness & Remote First Aid* - Saturday, October 26th

Training N Transition at Camp Trask - October 25-27

University of Scouting - Saturday, November 2nd at St. Paul High

Law Merit Badge Day* - Saturday, November 16th at Loyola Law School

This Week's Popcorn

Top Sellers!

Congratulations to Grant S. from Troop 378 in Pacifica, Gavin B. from Pack 862 in Pacifica, Gavyn Y. from Troop 378 in Pacifica, Liam H. from Troop 411 in San Gabriel Valley, and James H. from Troop 378 in Pacifica. We look forward to seeing new faces next week so keep selling!

There's still time to participate in our popcorn sales! The final deadline for Show and Sell orders is September 30. This is a fantastic opportunity to raise funds for your unit while supporting the Council. For any questions, please reach out to Alfredo Chavez at Alfredo.Chavez@scouting.org

Ask Bob

Thursday, September 26, 2024 from 7-8 p.m.

It’s been a busy summer for Greater LA Scouting! Join our CEO and Scout Executive Bob Kurkjian for our quarterly “Ask Bob” session and hear the latest and greatest from the Council. And of course, ask any questions you want! Co-ed troop pilot program, plans for our camps, the 2023 Financial Statement Audit, what’s ahead in 2024, and more. RSVP now and we’ll look forward to seeing you at Ask Bob!

Outstanding Eagle Scout Award

Nominations Due October 31st

The Greater LA Scouting Eagle Scout Association Chapter is currently accepting nominations for the National Eagle Scout Association Outstanding Eagle Scout Award. This is a prestigious recognition granted by the local council’s NESA committee to Eagle Scouts who have demonstrated outstanding achievement at the local, state, or regional level. The NOESA recognizes Eagle Scouts whose efforts have made a positive impact in the community.

Nominations are due Oct 31st, 2024 and should be emailed to fochoa@scouting.org

Distinguished Conservation Service Award

The Distinguished Conservation Service Award is among the most prestigious and rarest honors in Scouting. This is an exceptional opportunity if you have a Scout, Venturer, or Sea Scout with a passion for conservation. Since 1938, the Boy Scouts of America has offered a robust conservation awards program. Currently, this program recognizes Scouts, Sea Scouts, and Venturers who complete two significant, Eagle-sized conservation projects and earn numerous Merit Badges. The BSA Distinguished Conservation Service (DCS) Awards stand as the highest accolade in the realm of conservation within Scouting and are among the rarest awards available. 

To learn more about how to earn this prestigious award, visit the link below.

Spend the night on Battleship IOWA

Join us for an unforgettable adventure aboard this legendary vessel, now at special discounted rates. Explore, learn, and sleep aboard the same decks where history was made.

Exclusive Discounted Dates:

• Saturday, November 2, 2024- Rate $100 per person
• Friday, November 8, 2024- Rate $95 per person
• Saturday, November 16, 2024- Rate $100 per person
• Friday, November 22, 2024- Rate $95 per person
• Friday, December 6, 2024- Rate $95 per person
• Friday, December 13, 2024- Rate $95 per person
• Saturday, December 14, 2024- Rate $100 per person

Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot today!

How to Book:

1. Visit our website ww.pacificbattleship.com.
2. Fill out and send the request form with your preferred date to overnights@labattleship.com
3. Place $250.00 deposit

University of Scouting

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at St. Paul High School



University of Scouting is a dynamic, fun-filled day of immersive learning, where you can choose up to five classes from our diverse course catalog. Each session is led by experienced Youth and Adult Scouters who are selected for their expertise, enthusiasm, and engaging presentation skills. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow Scouters and elevate your Scouting experience!