Category: Trail Marker

Scouts Read Sacred Texts Worldwide

As we approach the National Day of Prayer on May 7, 2026, the Pacific Crest Council is proud to highlight a unique opportunity for our youth to deepen their spiritual growth: Scouts Read Sacred Texts Worldwide. ...

A Scout is Helpful …

Service is at the heart of everything we do in Scouting. Each time a Scout lends a hand, supports a neighbor, or steps up in their community, they are living the promise ...

The Heart of the Troop: Why Every Unit Needs the Order of the Arrow

For over 100 years, the Order of the Arrow (OA) has recognized Scouts and Scouters who exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives. As Scouting's National Honor Society, the OA is far more than an exclusive club for experienced campers; it is a critical "service arm" designed ...

Scouting in the News: Stories from Early 2026

Here is a look at some of the top stories featuring our Scouts and council in the news during January ...

2025 Rendezvous: A Historic Gathering at Camp Mooney

Last month, the spirit of the Mountain Man met the adventure of modern Scouting at the Pacific Crest Council's ... ...

Scouts Shine in the Cold at the 2025 Klondike Derby

On the weekend of January 24-26, Scouts and Scouters from around the council gathered for the Klondike Derby – a winter competition camp held in the Umpqua National Forest near Lemolo Lake. This year, more than 140 Scouts and 70 adults attended the annual event which has been taking place ...

Why Participate in Product Sales?

Product sales, such as Popcorn and Camp Card Sales, are a long-standing tradition in Scouting and offer numerous benefits beyond simply raising money. Financial Benefits Fund Programs and Activities: The most obvious benefit is generating funds to support Scouting programs at the unit (pack, troop, crew) and council levels. This ...

Elevate Your Scouting Adventure at the 2026 National Jamboree

NOTICE: ARCHIVED INFORMATION The content on this page has been archived and is presented for reference purposes only. Some links may no longer function and the information my be outdated or superseded by more recent information. The next National Jamboree will be held in 2026 at the Summit Bechtel in ...

Celebrating a Year of Change

I stepped into the role as your Scout Executive on January 16th of this year. As I reflect on the past 350 days, I am truly humbled by the things we have accomplished. More than 2,200 young people and 1,500 volunteers participated in the life-changing programs of Scouting. Our Scouts ...

2027 Summer Camp Registration

Registration for 2027 Cub Resident Camp at Camp McLoughlin opens Oct 15th!

Registration for 2027 Scouts BSA Summer Camp at Camp Baker & Camp Melakwa is open now!