Scouting’s Barrier to Abuse is getting stronger this fall. As part of our ongoing commitment to abuse prevention, the Boy Scouts of America is updating the adult supervision requirements for […]
Category: Cub Scouts
Registration Update Effective August 01, 2023
Effective August 1, 2023, the Boy Scouts of America and the Sequoia Council will implement the following National Membership Fees and Local Council Program Fees: For a visual summary, click […]
#GivingTuesdayNow
GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. We’re launching #GivingTuesdayNow, a global day of unity to take place on May 5, 2020, as a response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19.
Rank Advancement and the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Cub Scouting/Scouts BSA/Venturing/Sea Scouting See also Applying for Eagle Rank The following questions regarding advancement have arisen as we deal with closures, cancellations, or other issues caused by the spread […]
Scout Gatherings – Sequoia Council
Dear Scouting Families, As you know there has been growing concern regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Due to the ever-evolving nature of the Coronavirus and recommendation from the California Department of […]
Council Annual Volunteer & Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner
Don’t Delay… Register Today! Please RSVP by Friday, February 28, 2020. SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020 Reception at 6:00 P.M. – Dinner at 6:45 P.M. Padini’s Shaw and Van Ness in […]
How to get your pack or troop into a national park for free in 2020
A seven-day pass to Yellowstone National Park is normally $35 per vehicle. But on five days each year, that fee drops to $0. (Photo by W. Garth Dowling) There’s only […]
Please Welcome Mike to the Sequoia Council
We are pleased to announce the selection of Michael R. Marchese as Scout Executive of the Sequoia Council in Fresno and the Central Valley. Mike began his Scouting career as […]
Six easy steps to planning the ultimate Pinewood Derby
The Pinewood Derby can seem like a maze of tasks that make up a million-piece, very complicated puzzle, but it is time to simplify things a bit and make this all about fun for everyone. These steps should guarantee that you throw a successful and well-run race day event, whether it’s your pack’s first time or 50th.
Nominations for the Silver Beaver Award
The Silver Beaver Award is the council-level distinguished service award of the Boy Scouts of America. Recipients of this award are registered adult leaders who have made an impact on […]