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E. Pace Earns Venturing Summit Rank
Evangeline Pace – Crew 8100, Chief Solano – earned her Venturing Summit Rank on May 21, 2026 and became GGAC’s fifth Summit Rank recipient.
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A New, Simpler Renewal Cycle for All Members
Scouting America has announced a major simplification to the membership and unit renewal process. By February 2028, all members and units nationwide will move to a single February renewal cycle. Read more about the transition timeline, renewal process changes, and implementation details.
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Scouting America Launches Annual “Scouting for Food” Drive Across the Bay Area This November
Scouting America and the Golden Gate Area Council are preparing to launch the annual Scouting for Food community service campaign this November.
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“Hooked on Scouting” Fishing Derby in San Ramon
At scenic Annabel Lake next to the Roundhouse in San Ramon, Meridian District hosted an…
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Tiger Cub Safari
Tiger Cub Safari – the ultimate first camp experience for Cub Scouts!
The Sea Scout Leadership Award is presented by councils, Service Territories, and the Scouting America National Council to Sea Scouts and adult volunteers who have made exceptional contributions
Advancement Day on the Hornet 2026 offers an unforgettable experience aboard the historic USS Hornet Museum
Sea Scout Ship Viking (#100) of the Golden Gate Area Council (San Francisco, California) has been named the 2026–2027 BoatUS–Sea Scout National Flagship.
Citizenship in the World Merit Badge Scouts who earn the Citizenship in the World merit badge will discover that they are already citizens of the world. How good a citizen…
The Golden Gate Area Council – Scouting America proudly congratulates Trevor P. Bormann on being named one of just four recipients of the prestigious 2026 Territories Alumnus of the Year…
Free Youth Bike Safety Event | Golden Gate Area Council, Scouting America.Now in its 5th year, the San Francisco Bike Rodeo has become one of the Bay Area’s most impactful…
The Golden Gate Area Council – Scouting America, in partnership with the National Court of Honor Committee, proudly congratulates Bruce Mayfield on being named a recipient of the prestigious Silver…
Plunger canoe racing. It’s not as easy as you might think! Great opportunity to realize the value of teamwork.
Girls have found spots under the large and vast, welcoming tent of the Golden Gate Area Council. At nearly 21% of our GGAC youth membership, they are fully integrated in our record number of 48 “G” or girl units across our 15 districts.
Wente Scout Reservation – The Wentastic Adventure Camp Set in the beautiful hills of Mendocino County, Wente Scout Reservation is one of Northern California’s most exciting summer camp destinations. With…
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