Lots is coming up this fall, including Meet the Scout Troops Night for families with 5th grade and older youth. We’ve also launched our Friends Of Scouting social campaign. Please consider sharing these FOS posts with your network. See below my signature for more details on these updates and more.

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General FYIs

Friends Of Scouting Social Media Update

See our recent FOS Facebook and Instagram posts; please consider sharing these with your network (with a personal story about the impact of scouting and ask for donations) or at least liking the posts. Friends of Scouting (FOS) is the fundraising program for scouts in the Golden Gate District. Our District's goal for 2026 is $87,000 and so far we are about 70% to our goal. Reminder: The council has also launching sponsorships for businesses. If you know any local businesses who may be interested in sponsoring scouting, please reach out by responding to this email. 

Final Reminder: 2026 Eagle Scout/Quartermaster/Summit Award Scholarships

The local tax-exempt organization Eagle Scout Scholarships already has awarded $13,000 in 2026 scholarships to eligible Eagle Scouts, Quartermasters, and Venture Summit Award recipients in GGAC. Additional scholarships are still available if you apply and are selected by ESS. The new deadline to apply for the remaining 2026 scholarships is Friday October 2, 2026. For an application, contact ESS’ treasurer, John McClintic. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior or an undergraduate college/vocational student no later than completion of the third (junior) year.

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Grand Moot: Outdoor Roleplaying Adventure - October 2-4 @ Camp Hi-Sierra

For Scouts BSA members:

Embark on a magical adventure, defeat monsters, and solve puzzles at the Grand Moot! In this unique Outdoor Adventure Roleplaying Scenario (OARS), Scouts take on the role of fantasy villagers with special abilities, working together to navigate physical combat, negotiate with NPCs, and tackle quests.

• More Info & Secure Your Spot Here

Coin Collecting Merit Badge Workshop - October 3 @ San Jose

Unlock the history and value hiding in your change! Join expert numismatists from the Cupertino Coin Club at the San Jose Council Service Center to earn your Coin Collecting Merit Badge. You will learn how to build a collection, get hands-on requirement guidance, and even secure a free 1-year membership to the American Numismatic Association. 

• More Info & Secure Your Spot Here

AMBU Oakland - October 3 @ CSU East Bay

AMBU – Oakland is hosted by the Omicron Theta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. in partnership with the Golden Gate Area Council. One day of merit badge advancement, mentorship, leadership development, and college exposure.

• More Info Here

Jamboree On The Air / Jamboree On The Internet (JOTA/JOTI) - October 17 @ KPIX Studios (825 Battery St)

JOTA connects scouts from across the world using the magic of radio; JOTI does the same using the magic of Minecraft. For Scouts BSA members, we'll also be offering the Radio and Journalism merit badges (some prework required to complete the Journalism merit badge). Participants will get a tour of the (very cool!) KPIX studios -- check out where the news is made!

• More information and save your spot here

Sunday Streets - October 18 @ Excelsior District (Mission St)

We are looking for multiple units willing to staff Scout Zone at the Excelsior Sunday Streets. This year we will be partnering with Mission Science Workshop for an even better ScoutZone!  This has been a great way for scouts to come together from across the SF and recruit, as well as showcase scouting. 

• More Info About Sunday Streets

• Sign up your Pack, Troop, Ship or Crew to join us - RSVP here

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