Honoring Our Fallen Heroes

May 27, 2026 | Greater LA Scouting, Scouting America

Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Through Service and Remembrance

This past weekend, Scouts from across the council came together to honor and remember our nation's fallen heroes in a powerful display of service and gratitude for Memorial Day. More than 90,000 flags were carefully placed at the Los Angeles National Cemetery and other locations throughout our council, creating a meaningful tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Thank you to the Scouts, leaders, families, and volunteers who dedicated their time to this important tradition of remembrance, service, and gratitude.

Did your unit participate in Memorial Day services or activities this weekend? We'd love to share your stories and photos. Please contact the Director of Marketing and Communications Cicily Gardea, to share.

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Power Up Your Fall Recruiting: Tools, Strategies & Support for a Strong Growth Season

Ready to supercharge your fall recruiting season? Join us for one of two identical Zoom sessions designed to give your unit the tools, strategies, and confidence to grow this fall!

We’ll walk through practical, ready-to-use tools that make recruiting easier and more effective, including how to:

Leverage Invitation Manager (Scouting’s CRM) to track and engage prospective families
Streamline your online application process
Order and use Council geofencing resources to boost visibility for your joining events
Understand the Council’s advertising strategy for maximum local impact
Apply best practices for a strong and successful membership growth season

Choose one session that works for you; both start at 7 pm:

Before the sessions, take a few minutes to explore the New Member Coordinator toolkit—your go-to resource for building a welcoming and organized system for new families. And as you plan your summer and fall events, don’t forget: the Council can help promote your recruitment efforts through targeted geofenced social media ads delivered directly to families in your area.

If you’re hosting a summer picnic, open house, or join night, now is the time to share your details so we can help you promote it effectively. The earlier we know, the stronger your results will be.

Request geofenced ads for your event today and help more families discover Scouting!

These tools exist for one reason—helping you bring the adventure, growth, and excitement of Scouting to more young people in your community. Every new family you welcome starts with a great invitation, and we’re here to help you make that invitation count.

From Explorer to Army Officer – Congratulations, Matthew!

Join us in celebrating an incredible milestone and congratulating one of our long-time Post 300 Monterey Park Police Explorers, Matthew, on graduating from California State University, Fullerton, and officially taking the oath of office at his Army ROTC Commissioning Ceremony!

Watching a young person grow from a dedicated Explorer into a newly commissioned officer in the United States Army Reserve represents the impact and purpose of the Explorer program at its very best. Matthew’s hard work, discipline, perseverance, and commitment to serving others have created a path that will inspire future generations of Explorers and Scouts.

Thank you for representing Monterey Park with excellence and distinction. We are incredibly proud of all you have accomplished and look forward to seeing the impact you will continue to make.

Congratulations, Matthew — your journey is just getting started!

🚲 Bring a Buddy to Community Wheels Fest! 🚒🚓

Join us on June 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM at Firestone Scout Reservation for an action-packed day of adventure, learning, and outdoor fun!

Cub Scouts are invited to bring a friend—no need for your buddy to be a current Scout—to enjoy a day full of excitement and hands-on experiences.

Participants will rotate through engaging stations inspired by real-world vehicles like fire trucks, police cruisers, and construction rigs. Each activity is designed to build bike skills, reinforce safety, strengthen teamwork, and grow community awareness—all while having a great time.

Scouts will also work toward completing most of the Cycling Adventure requirements for their rank, plus enjoy range and target activities, including BB guns, archery, and slingshots, to support advancement requirements.

Don’t forget to bring:

Bike
Helmet & safety gear
Water bottle
Lunch & snacks

Take a break and enjoy a picnic lunch in camp while spending the day outdoors with friends and family.

We can’t wait to see you at Community Wheels Fest for a full day of wheels, skills, and adventure!

Troop 2131 Helps Prepare Camp for a Summer of Fun!

Troop 2131 from the Metropolitan District spent their weekend at Hubert Eaton Scout Reservation alongside Pio Pico volunteer Scott Neal, helping prepare camp for an exciting summer season. Scouts assisted with final campsite setup and installed new Scout Law signs throughout camp, bringing the values of Scouting to life across the property.

A huge thank you to these dedicated Scouts for their hard work and service in getting camp ready for summer! We are now just 19 days away from opening our gates for a season full of adventure, growth, and summer fun—and there is still time to register and join in on the excitement!

Cub Scout Summer Fun is Calling!

Get ready for an action-packed summer designed just for Cub Scouts! With programs happening all across the council, there’s adventure waiting for every Scout close to home—or out on the island!

Head to La Mirada Regional Park for Dino Day Camp (June 22–26), where Cub Scouts can explore, discover, and dig into prehistoric-sized fun!

At Camp Trask, experience the thrill of Cub Twilight Camp (July 6–10), packed with hands-on activities, outdoor fun, and unforgettable memories.

Or take your adventure to the next level at Camp Cherry Valley Cub Scout Resident Camp, with two exciting sessions:

• Session 1: August 2–5

• Session 2: August 6–9

Whether it’s day camp, twilight camp, or resident camp, Cub Scouts will build skills, make friends, and create summer memories that last a lifetime. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Korean-Language IOLS Training – Build Your Outdoor Leadership Skills!

Join us for Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS), a hands-on training course designed to give adult leaders the practical outdoor skills needed to safely and effectively lead Scouts BSA programs. This course will be taught entirely in Korean.

Required for Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters, but open to all registered adults.

July 11–13, 2026

Cushman Watt Scout Center

Check-in: Saturday, 8:00–8:45 AM

Overnight event (ends Sunday at noon)

Bring a tent (4-person maximum), sleeping bag, and toiletries.

Meals included: Saturday lunch & dinner, Sunday breakfast

Cost: $75 per participant

Gain hands-on outdoor experience, strengthen your leadership skills, and complete an essential Scouts BSA training course!

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Fuel the Adventure: Support Scouting in 2026 🚀

Your support today helps shape tomorrow’s leaders. As we launch our 2026 fundraising campaign, we invite you to make a lasting impact on youth in our community.

Every gift fuels life-changing Scouting programs—building character, leadership, and confidence through outdoor adventure, hands-on learning, mentorship, and service. Your generosity ensures these opportunities remain accessible, safe, and impactful for every Scout.

Join us in starting 2026 with purpose. Together, we can empower youth, strengthen families, and continue building the leaders of tomorrow.