Golden Gate Area Council-Scouting America

10/17/2026

Halloween Adventure Awaits at Camp Herms!

Get ready for Camping Connection 2026 — a Halloween adventure filled with Cub Scout FUN!

Join us October 31st – November 1st for an unforgettable experience featuring:

Haunted Herms & Halloween Fun

An Exciting Night Hike

Campfire Under the Stars

Overnight Camping & Morning Breakfast

Adventure, Friendship & Scouting Memories!

Perfect for newly registered Cub Scouts and their families! Registered Cub Scouts and their parent/adult partners are welcome.

Camp Herms | El Cerrito, CA

$50 per Cub Scout (includes parent/adult partner)

Make This Halloween an Adventure to Remember! Register Today!

🔗 https://www.scoutingevent.com/023-cc2026

10/17/2026

10/16/2026

START YOUR ENGINES! THE RACE TO 1,000 IS ON! 🏎️

The Golden Gate Area Council is gearing up for an exciting finish to 2026, and every Scout, family, and volunteer has a part to play!

From now through December 31, we're bringing our Scouting community together for Race to 1,000, a councilwide effort to welcome more young people into the adventures, friendships, and opportunities that make Scouting special.

✉️ Invite a friend to experience Scouting.
📸 Share the adventures your Scouts are enjoying by tagging us!
⛺️Help another family discover their local Pack or Troop.

The green flag drops Monday, October 19!

1,000 Scouts. One Finish Line. 🏁

10/15/2026

In three weeks, we’ll honor Alberto Yépez at the San Francisco Good Scout Award Dinner. 🏅

Alberto’s commitment to developing leaders extends beyond his work at Forgepoint Capital. A graduate and former faculty member of the University of San Francisco, he later served on its Board of Trustees. As Chairman Emeritus of the Hispanic IT Executive Council (HITEC), he has also helped advance and support Hispanic technology leaders.

The November 4 dinner connects that spirit of mentorship and service to opportunities for young people here in San Francisco. Proceeds support local Scouting programs that provide leadership development, outdoor experiences, and service opportunities. ⚜️

Business, civic, and community leaders, along with Scouting families and friends, are invited to attend or sponsor this evening of recognition and support.

📅 Wednesday, November 4, 2026
🕠 5:30 PM Reception | 6:30 PM Dinner
📍 San Francisco Elks Lodge No. 3 450 Post Street, 3rd Floor • San Francisco, CA 94102

🔗 Attendance and sponsorship information: https://hubs.ly/Q04B5cDQ0

Registration deadline is 10/30.

10/14/2026

Looking for an exciting fall outing?

The Big Bounce America is bringing two weekends of BIG fun to the Contra Costa County Fair on October 17–18 and October 24–25!

This 50,000+ sq. ft. inflatable adventure has something for everyone. Expect:
🎉 Giant slides, ball pits, and climbing towers
🎧 Live DJs and dance parties
🏃 A 900-foot obstacle course and sports challenges
🌌 Outer space adventures and immersive themed zones
🍕 Food, face painting and more

🎟️ Ready to join the fun? Use code SCOUT10 to save 10% on regular-priced tickets!

🔗 Get your tickets: https://hubs.ly/Q04B5ctV0

📣 Scouting volunteer opportunity! We need volunteers for our information booth on Saturday, October 24, from 9 AM to 1 PM. You can help for just part of the shift! If you’re available to help share Scouting with local families, please email [email protected] with the hours you’re available.

10/13/2026

🎉 Scouting is better with friends!

Know someone who would love the adventure, fun, and friendships that Scouting brings? Invite them to join your next meeting or activity!

When your friend joins, you can earn the FREE Official Recruiter Patch as a thank-you for helping grow the Scouting family.

Here’s how:
1. Tell a friend what you love about Scouting.
2. Invite them to a meeting or activity.
3. Help them discover the adventure!
4. Once they join, complete the form below.
5. Bring it to your local Scout Shop to receive your patch.

📅 Offer valid through December 31, 2026.

👉 Download form here: https://hubs.ly/Q04zZyWY0

10/08/2026

Scouting America is growing in your area! ⚜️

More families are choosing Scouting, and we’re excited to see that growth happening across the Golden Gate Area Council.

Here are a few highlights from August:
- 1,797 new Scouts recruited through August, ranking GGAC 9th in Scouting America
- 5 new Scouting units opened in August, the second-highest total in Scouting America for the month
- 139 new Scouts joined in Fremont, Newark, and Union City, placing the area 23rd nationally for new youth growth

Behind every number is a young person finding new opportunities to learn, lead, explore, and grow, along with families finding meaningful ways to spend time together.

Cub Scouts give families opportunities to spend quality time together, while Scouts BSA, Sea Scouts, and Venturing help youth build leadership, character, and ethical decision-making skills. We’re growing, and there’s room for your family, too!

https://hubs.ly/Q04ytG3-0

Find out more about joining Scouting at the link in the comments.

10/07/2026

Looking for your next adventure? Come meet the troops!

The Mission Peak District Troop Showcase gives youth ages 11–17 who aren’t currently Scouts a chance to meet 15+ Scouts BSA troops from the Fremont, Newark, and Union City area.

See what Scouts do for fun, adventure, leadership, camping, and more. Stop by, meet the Scouts, and find out what Scouting could look like for you.

📅 Saturday, October 10
⏰ 10 AM–Noon
📍 Our Lady of Guadalupe School
40374 Fremont Blvd, Fremont

No Scouting experience is needed. Come see what Scouts BSA is all about!

Questions? Email [email protected]

10/06/2026

📡 Take your Scouting experience global at JOTA-JOTI 2026!

Explore amateur radio, technology, and communication while connecting with Scouts from around the world.

Whether you're interested in trying something new or building on your skills, there will be plenty to discover.

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
📍 San Ramon Marriott, 2600 Bishop Drive, San Ramon, CA

A few important reminders:
- Wear your full uniform for free entry.
- Bring your Medical Forms A & B.
- Pack snacks, drinks, or lunch. Food will also be available for purchase.

👉 Registration is required, reserve your spot today before the 10/16 deadline:
https://hubs.ly/Q04wsNTW0

📄 View the event flyer:
https://hubs.ly/Q04wsQCj0

10/05/2026

🔬 Calling all Scouts who are curious about science!

The 14th annual Nuclear Science Day for Scouts will take place on December 5, 2026, welcoming Scouts in 8th grade and above for a full day focused on nuclear science.

📅 Date: December 5, 2026
📍 Location: Berkeley Lab

BSA Scouts can meet the requirements for the Nuclear Science merit badge.

Registration closes at 5 p.m. PDT on November 6, 2026.

Learn more and register: https://hubs.ly/Q04yj2bV0