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Boy Scout Mission and Vision Statement
The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. The Boy Scouts of America will prepare every eligible youth in America to become a responsible, participating citizen and leader who is guided by the Scout Oath and Law.

No Hantavirus at Camp Lassen
Being proactive, yesterday, we sent a note to Scout Parents who have camped at Camp Lassen this summer about a potential infection of a staff member with hantavirus (a rodent borne respiratory virus).Click to Read more.
Boy Scout Campout at Rivercat Stadium
Friday, August 11th - Rivercats vs Salt Lake Bees (click here for more info)
Changes to Eagle Palms and 2nd/1st Class campout....
Requirement Changes Effective August 1, 2017
Scout Expo 2018
Over 6,000 scouts, leaders, staff, parents and community groups will gather at Gibson Ranch, Elverta, CA for the 5th Scout Expo.
Boy Scouts of America/National Rifle Association Brownell Youth Ambassador Program
Chosen annually, Boy Scout and Venturer represent our program as a youth ambassador for the NRA Brownell Youth Ambassador Program. Click to learn more.
Golden Empire Council Supports LDS Church Changes to Scouting in Young Men Programs
The Golden Empire Council is and always will be committed to serving our community and chartered partners, including The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We offer programs and facilities that are geared toward helping LDS leaders "Be with [youth], connect them to heaven, and let them lead."
I Sold 20 Camp Card Winners!
The winner of our 8th Weekly Scholarship Drawing is Everett R from Pack 42 in Redding.
Talent Search for Scouting Ambassadors
The Golden Empire Council is currently looking for Scouts (9-20 years of age) to represent and showcase the Council's "Best of Scouting." Events may include: Report to the State, Performing at fundraising dinner, helping with a radio or TV segment or shooting a video!
River Cats Scout Night
Star Wars Night and Post-game Fireworks. Motivational chalk talk (5:30). Pregame parade and Troop name on Matrix Board
OA Dues and National Jamboree Pocket Flaps
Pay your 2017 Order of the Arrow Dues today.
Summer Camp - Reserve Your Spot NOW!
GEC is accepting reservation for Summer Camp - Camp Lassen (Boy Scout & Cub Scout) and Camp Winton (Boy Scout)
Wood Badge - Fall 2017
Save the Date, Fall 2017 Sept 21-23, 2017 & Oct 5-7,2017
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Good Turn for America

Leave No Trace

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BSA Membership/Recuitment

Scouting age groups

Lion Cub Scouts 6 years old	Cub Scouts 7 to 10 years old

Boys Scouts 11 to 17 years old	Venturing 14 to 20 years old for young men and young ladies

Golden Empire Council's
Summer Camp Program

Camp Winton, Camp Lassen, Yuba Camp! You can not take the outing out of Scouting. The outdoor program is the feature about Scouting that appeals to boys, and a week at summer camp is a mountaintop, lakefront, and high adventure experience. Let us show you why the Golden Empire Council camps are the camps you want to experience.

GOLDEN EMPIRE COUNCIL
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

251 Commerce Circle
Sacramento, CA 95815
phone: (916) 929-1417

Hours of Operation:
8:30am - 5:00pm (M-F)
Closed Saturday & Sunday

River City Scout Shop

251 Commerce Circle
Sacramento, CA 95815
phone: (916) 649-1800

Hours of Operation:
9:00am - 6:00pm (M,T,TR,F)
9:00am - 6:30pm (W)
10:00am - 4:00pm (Saturday)
Closed Sunday

NorCal Scout Shop - Chico

3881 Benater Way, Suite D
Chico, CA 95928
phone: (530) 809-0400

Hours of Operation:
11:00am - 6:00pm (W-F)
10:00am - 2:00pm (Saturday)
Closed Sunday, Monday & Tuesday

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