Recently, Eagle Scout and professional football player David Montgomery joined Scouts from our district at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank to sort and pack fresh produce for local families as part of the kickoff of America 350 and Impact365. You can see the nation-wide coverage on Entertainment Tonight here.
We're so proud of all our scouts and scout leaders who helped out at this event, reminding our community that service is at the heart of scouting. Read on for some quick updates on upcoming events, first half 2026 calendar of district-wide events, and a reminder on how units can log their service hours. We've tried to streamline the format a bit.
Please forward this email, or the permanent link with the info, to anyone in your units who may find the information relevant and feel free to respond with any questions.
February's discussion was lively! For March, we're looking forward to an in-person roundtable -- if you have a possible meeting location, please let Lynn know.
Every year, Yosemite National Park publishes a catalog of available service projects. Groups that submit to, and win, the project lottery are then invited to camp -- for free -- at Yellow Pine, the administrative campground in Yosemite Valley. Most projects are for 18+ year old groups, but several are available for scout-aged groups. Requests received before 11:59pm on March 2nd will be assigned to their number in the queue at random by lottery. There is also a new patch available for units that provide 10 hours of service in any National Park.
All Scouts
Trash-the-Trash Day 2026 - Registration Now Open
May 2, 2026
Scouts Trash the Trash Day is an international Messengers of Peace project for Scouts around the world, where each Scout is challenged to bring a friend or family member along and pick up at least one Kilo (2.2 pounds) of trash each on the first Saturday in May. Scouts are asked to bring a non-scout with them on this day of service in order to double the impact of their trash cleaning effort. It's a day to show the world what Scouting is about, educate individuals about Scouting and recruit new boys, girls and adults into the Scouting movement. Register here to participate.
Warriors Scout Nights - Tickets Now Available for Purchase
Sunday, February 22 vs. Denver Nuggets
You can purchase tickets at the Group rate with no fees or taxes here. If you want to secure 10+ tickets, or want to book a Fan Experience Program, please contact Andrew Sheets directly so he can assist with seating your group together.
Ticket Prices:
Upper Level: $100-$115 Per Ticket
Cache Creek Club (Sections 126-129): $200 Per Ticket
SAVE THE DATE: Golden State Valkyries Scout Night
May 31, 2026 vs Las Vegas Aces
Expect tickets to be $45-65 and include a scout-themed giveaway! This will be our first Scout Night event with our Golden State Valkyries.
Cub Scouts
Cub Day Camp Yunakin - Early Bird Ends 3/1
June 15-19, 2026 @ SF Sea Scout Base
Camp Yunakin is going to the beach this year! Enjoy adventures centered at our SF Sea Scout Base with a Cub Scout age twist. Day Camp is open to all those aged 5 to 11, and included in the cost of day camp is all necessary supplies for crafts and activities. We are also looking for Counselors-in-Training (older scouts who want to volunteer for the week to help out at Day Camp).
Registration link will be sent out under separate cover once available.
At approximately 1:30pm on Saturday March 21, we'll be conducting the Golden Gate District Pinewood Derby Race-Off! To ensure a fair race, the requirements are:
Must be in the top 3 winners of their Pack-level race
Racers, family, friends and fans are all welcome! Questions? Contact Yen Chen at ggd.cubscout@gmail.com. THANK YOU to Pack 88 for hosting the event this year!
Scouts BSA
National Honor Patrol Award
The very best patrols exhibit enthusiasm, teamwork, and camaraderie—that special spark known as patrol spirit. The National Honor Patrol Award is given to patrols whose members make an extra effort to have the best patrol possible. Your patrol can earn the award by completing several requirements over a period of three months. More Information Here
Camporee 2026
September 25-27 @ Camp Royaneh
Plans are continuing to come together for this year's Camporee, which will be themed "Into The Elements". The first planning meeting was held February 9 and the next will be on March 1 at 7:30pm via Zoom. Troops that turn in their interest form + prepay for a minimum number of scouts get first choice of camping sites!
Den Chief Training: Now Online
Den Chiefs are a great way for scouts in Scouts BSA Troops to provide service to Packs -- and recruit potential future cross-overs! The training for Den Chiefs is now available online via the National Training site.
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