Tag: Scouting in the News

First Jefferson County Eagle Scout in 15 Years

For the first time in 15 years, Jefferson County has celebrated a brand-new Eagle Scout as 17-year-old Giovanni Martinelli earned Scouting America's highest honor. ...

Exploring Volunteer Recognized by State Fire Marshall

Mercy Flights Explorer Post 131 Advisor Ed Sutton received the Oregon Silver Sparky Award from the State Fire Marshal for ...

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 ...

Scouting America Provides Community, Teaches Young People Valuable Skills

For over 100 years, Scouts BSA has been empowering generations of leaders by teaching essential life skills like character development, leadership, and mental and physical fitness. Learn more about the impact of Scouts BSA and how local troops like Troop 23 are shaping young minds by checking out this story ...

Medford’s Scout Troop 5 Serves Community Breakfast for Tenth Year

For the past decade, the Scouts of Troop 5 in Medford, Oregon, have spent Christmas Eve serving breakfast to the community in honor of a troop mom’s late husband. Learn more about this heartwarming tradition and the impact it has on the Scouts and the community by reading this article ...

2025 Council Dinner / Auction
& Online Silent Auction

The  Pacific Crest Council Dinner/Auction is this week!!

This important fundraiser for the council is scheduled for Friday, September 19, 2025 at the Eugene Country Club. You will not want to miss participating either at the live dinner/auction or in the on-line silent auction  to raise funds that support the Scouting America programs the council offers to youth in 8 counties.

The Silent Auction is open NOW for bidding through September 22nd!

Office & Shop Closure

The Central Point Service Center will be closed on September 11, 2026, for the Golf Tournament.

Fire restrictions are in effect at many of our council camp properties.