Sept 18, 2026

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Champions of Scouting 2026


Join us TOMORROW on Saturday, September 19th, 2026, at the USS Midway Museum for the Champions of Scouting 2026 celebration. This special evening will honor Captain Royce Williams and recognize the service and sacrifice of our active duty military and veterans while raising support for local Scouting programs.


Sponsor a table, purchase tickets, or become a military/veteran ticket or table sponsor at the link below.

Monthly 360 is Back!


Our Monthly 360 is relaunching at the end of this month, and we need your help! We want to highlight the incredible things happening across the San Diego-Imperial Council and share the stories and moments that make Scouting special.


Send us your best photos from events, district activities, Eagle Scout projects, camp, training, service projects, and more. Help us showcase the adventures, accomplishments, and experiences happening throughout our Council! While we would love to include everything, please send us any content for our September edition by Wednesday the 23rd for inclusion, to ensure time for the editing team. Please send any content to sdiccommunications@scouting.org.

Sporting Clays Invitational 2026


Join us on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the Lemon Grove Rod & Gun Club in Alpine for the 2026 Sporting Clays Invitational. Check-in begins at 7:30 AM, Sporting Clays starts at 8:30 AM, followed by lunch at 12:00 PM. Individuals and teams are invited to participate, with sponsorship opportunities available to support Scouting programs across the San Diego-Imperial Council.


For more information, or any questions, contact Joe Garcia at joseph.garcia@scouting.org or 619-618-8234.

Annual Golf Tournament


Tee up for Scouting! Join the San Diego-Imperial Council for the 44th Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, December 4, 2026, at Admiral Baker Golf Course in San Diego. Registration begins at 7:00 AM, with an 8:00 AM shotgun start.


Enjoy a great day on the course while supporting Scouting in our community. Whether you're looking to play, sponsor, or support the event, there are opportunities to get involved. For sponsorship information, contact Joe Garcia at joseph.garcia@scouting.org or 619-618-8234.

Zip Line & Climbing Wall


Take your adventure to new heights at Camp Bashor at Otay Lakes County Park! Scouts BSA, Sea Scouts, and Venturers can experience the 600-foot zip line, while Scouts of all ages can challenge themselves on the climbing wall. Programs are offered on the 4th Saturday of each month, with registration required.


The climbing wall features three routes with auto-belay systems, while the zip line offers two lines with speeds up to 22 mph. No walk-ins are permitted. For group requests on non-standard dates or more information, contact sdiccamp@scouting.org.

All Terrain Wheelchair


Thanks to a generous grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, the council now has an Off-Road Wheelchair from Extreme Motus, allowing Scouts and adults to participate with their units in hikes over rugged terrain, camporees, and other outdoor activities.


If you are interested in using the Off-Road Wheelchair, please visit the Special Needs & Disabilities Committee webpage and complete the reservation request form located at the bottom of their webpage.


Philmont 2028 Informational Meeting


Do you want to go to Philmont but your troop is not going? Does your troop not have enough Scouts interested to fill out a crew? Don’t have enough adult advisors? 


Then the SDIC Philmont Contingent is your Ticket to Adventure! SDIC is putting together Scouts and leaders from across the entire Council to build up crews for the Summer of 2028. Come find out everything you need to know to get to Philmont, Tuesday night, September 29, or Thursday night, October 22, both at 7:00 PM at the Scout Hut in Lindo Lake Park in Lakeside. Meet others who are interested, and hear all the details about costs, scholarships, training, transportation, and everything else you need to know to decide if this trip is for you.


If you have questions, or can’t make it but want to know more, call or email John Saxer at (858) 395-4581 or jsaxer@cox.net.

Adventure Starts Here 2026


Learn about the San Diego-Imperial Council's 2026 Geofencing Campaign, designed to promote Scouting to families at targeted schools throughout our communities. Units interested in participating must complete an application to be included in the campaign. Review the video, campaign overview, timeline, and application below for more information.

This video discusses the 2026 Geofencing campaign for Units to recruit new families.

Volunteer Rangemaster


Help support the San Diego-Imperial Council’s Shooting Sports program! Volunteers assist with council events, summer camp, and Range & Target Activities program throughout the year. Training opportunities include certification as a Scouting America Archery or BB Range Master, as well as NRA and USA Archery certifications.

Philmont Patches


 The 2026 Philmont Council Shoulder Patches (CSPs) are now available for purchase at the San Diego-Imperial Council Service Center (1207 Upas Street) for $2.00 each.

 

The patches are now available to all interested purchasers. Collectors are welcome to purchase patches directly through the Council Service Center at this time. These 2026 Philmont CSPs are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

 

Get yours while supplies last! Limited Quantities! 

Local Activities and Civic Service


Looking for ways to stay active in your community? Check out our Activities & Civic Service (ACS) page for upcoming events and opportunities.



Find more and get involved at: https://www.sdicscouting.org/activities-civic-service


Disclaimer: Sharing opportunities from community partners.

These are not District or San Diego-Imperial Council Sponsored Activities.

Training Opportunities


Explore training opportunities below:

Scout Shop:

September Newswire


Membership Resources


Looking for Membership materials to boost your unit’s recruiting?


Visit the following page for your one-stop shop for all things Membership!

Eagle Resources


Great Eagle Scout service project ideas and other resources are just a step away! Click the link below to access all Advancement resources.

Upcoming Events:


HALTT Session III - 9/26/2026–9/27/2026

BALOO - 9/26/2026–9/27/2026

IOLS - 9/26/2026–9/27/2026

Foothills Range & Target Day - 9/26/2026

Leave No Trace Level 1 Instructor - 10/3/2026–10/4/2026

Mataguay Scout Ranch Work Party - 10/3/2026 - 10/4/2026

Sweetwater/Coastal Sage Camporee - 10/9/026 - 10/11/2026

Project C.O.P.E. - 10/9/2026–10/11/2026

Unit Backpack Training - 10/10/2026–10/11/2026

Basic Chainsaw Training - 10/10/2026

Gathering of the Eagles - 10/14/2026

Palomar/RSLR Webelos Woods - 10/16/2026 - 10/18/2026

Kayaking Merit Badge Day - 10/17/2026

Life to Eagle Workshop - 10/18/2026

Honor Guard Training- October - 10/18/2026

Eagle Project Counselor Training - 10/19/2026

Fall Family Fun - 10/23/2026 - 10/25/2026

Foothills Webelos Woods - 11/6/2026 - 11/8/2026

HALTT Session IV - Water Trek - 11/7/2026 - 11/8/2026

Radio Merit Badge - 11/7/2026

Mataguay Scout Ranch Work Party - 11/7/2026 - 11/8/2026

Lion & Tiger Safari - 11/8/2026

2026 Tiwahe Lodge Fellowship - 11/13/2026 - 11/15/2026

Project C.O.P.E. - 11/13/2026 - 11/15/2026

Canoeing Merit Badge Day - 11/14/2026

Unit Backpack Training - 11/14/2026 - 11/15/2026

HALTT Recertification - 11/14/2026 - 11/14/2026

National Day of Service - 11/14/2026

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