The National Boy Scouts of America announced on October 11, to expand the program to welcome girls beginning in the fall of 2018. The rank of Eagle Scout will be available to young women as well.

You can access the press release from Scouting Newsroom. There is an additional link to the Family Scouting Page with Factsheet and FAQ.

Attention Leaders: Starting October 1st, you can renew your unit charter online! Gather your data, get trained and get started. Training, Help and FAQ links are also available.

The Commissioner College is Saturday, October 28th. Register now and earn your degree! Everyone is invited to attend this college, especially those who are not commissioners who would like to learn more about how to help Scouting grow and improve.

Come join us at Camp Fiesta Island on December 9th for a Council's 100th anniversary celebration. There will be boating, games, crafts, demonstrations, and more fun! The celebration is open to everyone! Register Online.

Have a poppin' good time and earn great money for Scouting! Popcorn sales are now under way.

The popcorn Switchboard is now open. You can register your wants and/or extras of product. You can also view who has product to give or take.

Numerous selected homes throughout San Diego and Imperial Counties are Mystery Popcorn Houses! The first Scout to locate each house is guaranteed a sale of popcorn and will also receive, from the homeowner, a special patch and a Golden Ticket which entitles them to a special event! New houses may be added throughout the campaign, so check back often to see if there are any new houses in your neighborhood.

The Silver Beaver is awarded to registered members of BSA for distinguished service to young people both in Scouting and within the community at large. Nominations are being accepted now thru 5:00 PM on November 30th.

The 60th annual Jamboree-on-the-Air will be October 20th - 22nd at Camp Balboa. This event is sponsored by the World Scout Bureau of the World Organization of the Scout Movement. It is a great opportunity to meet and talk with Scouts from all over the world! Scouts of any age can participate. The SDIC Radio Scouting Committee will host a Radio Merit Badge workshop. Space is limited, so Register Online.

Don't have a keen interest in short wave radio? Then join in on the fun via Jamboree-on-the-Internet (JOTI) on October 21st - 22nd.

Designed to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Scouting in San Diego and Imperial Counties, this shirt pays tribute to this beautiful council we call home.
Click here for information and ordering.

Looking for a fun and exciting way to spend the summer in 2018? Express your interest for a Camp Staff position at Camp Fiesta Island or Mataguay Scout Ranch by completing our Summer Camp Staff Interest Form.

Effective December 1st, National Council is increasing the membership fee to $33 for all registered youth and adult leaders. Learn more.