Welcome to the Yolano District

Serving Scouting in the communities of Davis, Woodland, Dixon, Winters, Vacaville, West Sacramento, Clarksburg, Rio Vista, and Esparto

Where Scouts have fun while learning about the outdoors, responsibility, citizenship, nature and a whole lot more. Scouts are grouped by age and maturity level, gaining in experience and responsibility as they grow. Click on the "Join Scouting" tab above for information on age requirements and joining.

THE AIMS AND METHODS OF BOY SCOUTING:
The Scouting program has four specific objectives, commonly referred to as the "Aims of Scouting." They are character development, citizenship training, leadership, and mental and personal fitness.

Yolano District is responsible for carrying out four standard functions: membership, finance, program, and  Unit Service.

NEW: Yolano District Calendar - Click Link

Dec 24, 2020 Notes from the District Chair - Click Link

Yolano District Covid-19 Mitigation and Compliance Plan 9/3/2020

BSA Restarting Checklist

Golden Empire Council Statement on Scouting Activities during COVID-19 -Updated January 22, 2021

Yolano District COVID-19 - Corona Virus Update

National BSA COVID-19 FAQ

Pledge Card for Tax-Deductible Contribution to the Golden Empire Council

** New District Commissioner - David Jenks **

Golden Empire Council Dinner - February 5, 2022 5:30 PM

Registration now open - Link

Hilton Sacramento Arden West 2200 Harvard Street, Sacramento. Cost $65.00

The 2022 dinner recognizes the 2021 accomplishments of our adult volunteers and our Council. These great Scouters will be presented with our Councils’ highest honor the SILVER BEAVER AWARD. Each of these individuals deserves the support and recognition of us all. Scouters, leaders, parents, family, chartering partners and Scouting friends are invited to attend this special evening. Come and help pay tribute to Scouting’s best.

2022 Yolano District Klondike Derby - February 25-27, 2022

Get ready for some fun in the snow!  The Klondike Derby 2022 event is designed for Scouts BSA and Venturing Crew aged youth who will be functioning is a small, patrol sized group. There may be an opportunity for Webelos aged scouts who will be bridging to a troop in February-March to participate.  

Mark your calendars for Friday, February 25th—Sunday, February 27, 2022. The cost is $25 for Scouts and $15 for Adults.

Location: North Tahoe Public Utility District Park, 875 National Avenue, Tahoe Vista (Kings Beach)
With the increased snow-fall, register early for a spot for your Troop to attend.

Registration is now open: Register

Bookmark this event!  This will be updated periodically with information about this event.  Despite these changes, we are planning for a fun, scout-spirit-filled event and we want your help!

Contact Brian Meux at davistroop1625@gmail.com  or call (916) 826-3313 for more information.

Scouting For Food - 1st & 2nd Weekends in March, 2022 (March 5 & March 12)

Contact your district representative for flyers to be printed and locations to be assigned to your unit. 
Davis: Sherry Heins: Davisscouting4food@gmail.com
Vacaville/Dixon: Guy Jaseph: gjaseph@hotmail.com
Woodland and West Sacramento: contact Tyler Bonino at tyler.bonino@scouting.org

Full Details on Scouting for Food page

Roundtable Meetings on the Third Thursday of Each Month at 7:00 PM [NOT in NOVEMBER or DECEMBER]

Minutes for Past Meetings Here

Slides from the February 18, 2021 Roundtable

Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4235774250

Looking forward to seeing everyone online!

Restart Scouting Checklist

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District Connections: Will come back on a regular schedule when safe - Quarterly (Feb, May, Aug, and Nov) at 7:00 PM - For all leaders, there are great breakouts for Cub and Boy Scout leaders.

Commissioner Team Meeting: TBA - For All Unit Commissioners

Current Adult Leader & Youth Training

Council Training Webpage

Updated Unit Directory

List of Units and Their Webpages

District Connections Meeting starting at 7:00 PM in Feb, May, Aug, and Nov at:

Rotating places

Commissioner Team Meeting Included as part of the  District Connections Meetings

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JustServe.org

Connecting volunteers with opportunities to care for others and improve out communities.

Just enter the zip code of the community which your unit would like to help.

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Community Advisory Committee -  When Information comes in, read more on the new Community Advisory Committee page (Under Program⇒Service).

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