It's Never Too Late To Sign Up for Summer Camp --- Do It Today!
Did you want to know more about Summer Camping opportunities offered by your Los Padres Council? Do you have a Boy Scout who wants to attend Resident Camp, NYLT, or the Lifeguard Academy? Are you the parent of a Cub Scout who wants to attend Cub Resident Camp at Rancho Alegre, Cub Day Camp, or one of our Shooting Sports Days? Do you think it would be wise to have a trained lifeguard on your outings or someone trained in Wilderness First Aid for your back country adventures. Learn about all these opportunities by clicking here and then sharing this information with others in your unit. You will be getting 12 pages of the most useful information to help you in your summer planning. And if you want to register go to the top box in the left column titled "Camping"
Tour and Activity Plan Revised Again
The new Tour and Activity Plan will officially replace the old Tour Plan beginning May 10, 2012. All of your previously approved Tour Plans will cross over and be archived in the new system, but any outstanding ones will not. If you have submitted a Tour Plan and it is yet to be acted upon, please contact your council ASAP and check on the status. If no action is taken by May 10, you will need to resubmit the trip via the new Tour and Activity Plan.
An informative training video has been developed on how to use the new Tour and Activity Plan application. It can be found here. The Tour and Activity Plan FAQ page can also be viewed here. Please contact your local council with any questions or concerns. From MyScouting.org.
Fishing Merit Badges, Patches, and Special Opporunities
Check out this great website that wants to help Scouts earn the Fishing Merit Badge and temporary patches. There are three great patches that can be earned at Take Me Fishing. What's great about these patches is that they can be earned by both Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts. Units utilizing the "Take Me Fishing" Program are encouraged to send comments and results to the webmaster at chumash90@cox.net.
Passport Patch
The Passport Patch program is an introduction to fishing and boating for Cub Scouts. Scouts take part in a fun and exciting six step interactive program that teaches various skills every angler needs to be knowledgeable, safe, and confident while fishing and boating. Learn more »
First Catch Patch
Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts can earn this patch by organizing a real-life fishing trip. The First Catch program is a great follow-up to the Passport Patch program, or can be done as a stand-alone program. Learn more »
Mentor Patch
This distinctive patch is for Boy Scouts who organize a fishing trip for newcomers to the sport. The Mentor Patch program develops leadership qualities and introduces someone new to the wonderful world of fishing and boating. Learn more »
“SCOUTING: A Celebration of Youth” to Honor Karl Haws
Join in recognizing an extraordinary Scout leader on Thursday, June 28 at the 2012 Scouting Celebration. For over 60 years, Karl Haws has served Scouting in roles from Council President, Executive Board member, Advisory Board member, Chartered Organization Representative, Scoutmaster, and Assistant Scoutmaster; a role he still holds today. The Los Padres Council will be honoring Karl’s exemplary service with the Outstanding Eagle Scout Award at this year’s fund raiser hosted by the Santa Barbara Club.
Tickets are $160 and sponsorships are available. To go to the online registration page, click here.
If you wish to print the brochure and reservation card in order that you might share with others or register offline, click here: brochure -- reservation card.
Merit Badges Changes and Additions
Last updated: April 4, 2012
Check out detail on the new and revised merit badges listed below on our Advancement Page
New for 2012: Kayaking, Search and Rescue, and Game Design.
Looking for requirements for all 128 current merit badges? Click here.
Journey to Excellence Units for 2011
The following Los Padres Council Units achieved a Journey to Excellence Award for outstanding program during 2011.
South Coast District
Pack 0030 - Silver
Troop 26 - Gold
Pack 0036 - Gold
Troop 36 - Silver
Pack 0105 - Gold
Troop 37 - Gold
Pack 0122 - Gold
Troop 50 - Gold
Troop 0001 - Gold
Troop 105 - Silver
Troop 0002 - Silver
Troop 126 - Gold
Troop 20 - Gold
Crew 6 - Silver
Cachuma District
Troop 42 - Gold
Crew 46 - Bronze
Troop 46 - Gold
Crew 154 - Silver
Live Oak District
Pack 93 - Gold
Troop 394 - Bronze
Pack 2103 - Gold
Troop 966 - Silver
Troop 87 - Gold
Troop 2103 - Gold
Troop 91 - Gold
Camino Real District
Troop 70 - Silver
Troop 450 - Silver
Troop 308 - Gold
Crew 355 - Silver
Troop 355 - Bronze
Ship 413 - Silver
Del Norte District
Pack 65 - Gold
Troop 226 - Gold
Pack 92 - Gold
Troop 364 - Silver
Pack 125 - Gold
Troop 434 - Silver
Pack 176 - Silver
Team 111 - Silver
Troop 60 - Gold
Team 164 - Silver
Troop 111 - Gold
Team 176 - Silver
Troop 123 - Gold
Team 264 - Silver
Troop 155 - Gold
Crew 60 - Gold
Troop 176 - Gold
Crew 6911 - Silver
Troop 217 - Silver
“Become a Friend of Scouting”
“Prepared. For Life.”
Each year, our Scout parents, leaders and community friends are asked to support some of the hidden costs of Scouting. The Los Padres Council, which serves more than 9,000 youth and adults within San Luis and Santa Barbara counties, provides numerous benefits and annually spends in excess of $150 per youth to provide the Scouting program.
Friends of Scouting (brochure attached) provides for our Scouts and to numerous others. Our goal this year is to have 100% of our Cub Scout packs, Boy Scout troops, Varsity teams, and Venture crews to hold a Friends of Scouting presentation. Each units full participation will guarantee that our Scouts and the thousands other Scouts across the central coast will receive the Scouting program in 2012.
Please contact your local council service center to schedule your Friends of Scouting (FOS) presentation today.
WILDERNESS FIRST AID COURSE OFFERED IN OCTOBER AT CAMP FRENCH
After a highly successful Wilderness First Aid Course at Rancho Alegre in May, the Los Padres Council is pleased to once again offer a Wilderness First Aid Course on October 6 and 13.. This course is now required for all units that attend one of the National High Adventure Base Programs (Philmont, Sea Base, Northern Tier). It is also a great course to take for all units that are going on a backcountry trip this summer and beyond.
Wilderness First Aid is invaluable to you, the unit or trek leader, as it goes well beyond your basic first aid. When you are hours from available emergency medical services, you will be really thankful that you took this course! This course is 18 hours in length, but invaluable in the resources you will learn to use.
The course will be held at Camp French on two successive Saturdays, October 6 and 13. Applicants must attend both sessions in order to be certified.
A pre-requisite for the course is current certification in CPR and AED (automatic external defibrillator). You will need to bring a copy of your card to the course.
Costs for the Wilderness First Aid course: Los Padres Council Scouts and Scouters $120 per person; Non Los Padres Council Scouters: $145; Non-scout community members $170. Costs include the course, course materials, certification card, and snacks. (Thanks to a grant from our National Office, we are able to offer this course at this greatly reduced price.)
PLEASE NOTE THE MINIMUM AGE FOR THE COURSE IS 16.
THE COURSE IS LIMITED TO 10 PARTICIPANTS. PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN TO LOS PADRES COUNCIL SCOUTERS FIRST, THEN SCOUTERS FROM OTHER COUNCILS, THEN NON-SCOUT COMMUNITY MEMBERS
REGISTRATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2012
Below you will find a list of the next 35 upcoming Council-wide events for Los Padres Council. To register and/or pay for any of these events, click on the line and it will take you directly to the registration page. For events beyond the last date, click on the link to the calendar
Check here for news releases and stories about upcoming Scouting events and changes. After each title is given a short synopsis of the article. Click on the title to read the entire article. Additional stories may be accessed by using the bottom link.
National Trails Day June 2nd is National Trails Day. Recognize your Scouts with this official BSA patch.
Memorial Day and Flag Day What is your unit doing to commemorate Memorial Day and Flag Day? Please let us know so that we can publicize to all the work that the Scouts are doing.
Memorial Day Honor Roll Memorial Day Honor Roll being established for Scouts and Scouters of Los Padres, Mission, and Santa Lucia Councils.
Friends of Scouting Weekend Friends of Scouting in the Los Padres gain free weekend camping at Rancho Alegre over the Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. Swimming, BB Guns, Archery, Nature Hikes, Arts and Crafts, Movies, etc. Make your FOS donation of at least $150 today and plan on a great weekend family experience.
Hot Air Ballooning Activity From the official BLOG of Scouting Magazine, BSA announces that certain forms of Hot Air Ballooning are now permissible activities. Read the details to find out what is permissible.
Political Activity of Scouts Read what the BSA says Scout units can do at political rallies from an official BLOG (Bryan on Scouting) of Scouting.
Merit Badge and Rank Advancement Changes A summary of the changes in BSA rank requirements and merit badge requirements that became effective on January 1, 2012. Merit Badge Counselors, Scoutmasters, and Troop Librarians should make note of all these changes so that Scouts pass the correct requirements for their award.
Welding Merit Badge Welding Merit Badge is the latest BSA merit badge offered.
Construct Character Day Construction companies come together to make Rancho Alegre a better place in Fall 2011.
New Child Seat Belt Law Takes Effect New California Child Seat Belt Law takes effect with the New Year. Heavy fines for violation. Read what you need to protect your loved ones and all your Cub Scouts.
Wood Badge New Wood Badge course announced for Fall 2012. Learn more about this premier training program for adults.
Training Trails Want to learn the latest on Training opportunities in the Council. Check out the August 2011 issue of Los Padres Council Training Trails
Cub Scout Shooting Sports Day
Saturday, October 27, 2012 AM Session -- PM Session
Youth Protection and Risk Management Information
To report a suspected case of child abuse in Scouting, download this form with instructions.
Hot Air Ballooning Activity From the official BLOG of Scouting Magazine, BSA announces that certain forms of Hot Air Ballooning are now permissible activities. Read the details to find out what is permissible.
California's New Child Safety Seat Law Effective Jan. 1, 2012, the definitition of children having to use a booster seat was increased to the 9th Birthday and even further for smaller children.
New Child Seat Belt Law Takes Effect New California Child Seat Belt Law takes effect with the New Year. Heavy fines for violation. Read what you need to protect your loved ones and all your Cub Scouts.
Important Insurance Information for Volunteers REVISED INSURANCE POLICY FOR VOLUNTEER and SPONSORING ORGANIZATIONS:The Boy Scouts of America has revised its fact sheet on insurance coverage provisions for volunteers and sponsoring organizations.
Working with Scouts with Autism Most units have Scouts with learning challenges and leaders are not prepared. Prepared as a Woodbadge project, this article may help the leader with extending the Scouting experience to Scouts with autism.
South Coast - May 24 - Living Faith Center
Cachuma - June 5 - Mother Hubbard's, Buellton
Live Oak - June 14 - Santa Maria LDS Stake Center
Camino Real - June 23 - Elk's Lodge, SLO
Del Norte - June 7 - Paso Robles Veterans' Hall
Los Padres Council
Serving Scouting in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties
Santa Barbara Service Center Main Administrative Office 4000 Modoc Road Santa Barbara, CA 93110 Office: (805) 967-0105 Fax: (805) 967-5094 Hours: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Monday thru Friday Closed Saturday & Sunday
Santa Maria Service Center 228 Town Center East (2nd floor) Santa Maria Town Center Mall Santa Maria, CA 93454 Office: (805) 925-1955 Fax: (805) 925-9206 Hours: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Monday thru Friday; Saturday: 11 am to 5 pm;
closed Sunday
Atascadero Service Center 7350 El Camino Real, Suite #201 Atascadero, CA 93422 Office: (805) 461-4018 Fax: (805) 461-4021 Hours: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday thru Friday; Saturday: 10 am to 2 pm
closed Sunday & Monday;
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Each year, our Scout parents, leaders and community friends are asked to support some of the hidden costs of Scouting. The Los Padres Council, which serves more than 9,000 youth and adults within San Luis and Santa Barbara counties, provides numerous benefits and annually spends in excess of $150 per youth to provide the Scouting program.
first aid. When you are hours from available emergency medical services, you will be really thankful that you took this course! This course is 18 hours in length, but invaluable in the resources you will learn to use.
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