The Boy Scouts of America is simply the best youth development program in the United States. The programs developed and supported by the Boy Scouts, which are Cub Scouting, Scouts, BSA, Venturing, Exploring and Sea Scouts, are proven to develop life skills in youth, both boys and girls. These programs build all important self esteem through personal achievement and recognition. All programs develop leadership through training and practice. Scouting supports physical health through active programs and uses the out of doors as a central part of all programs. Scouting also supports family togetherness as many activities take place in the home and with family.The independent 501 3C that oversees the Scouting program in the Sacramento area is the Golden Empire Council. The council provides excellent resident camp facilities and holds very successful summer time day camps for the Cub Scout program. I was a Cubmaster for 3 years and Scoutmaster for 5 and saw first hand the positive change in the youth in my units. They learned learned new skills and were recognized for it, they learned how to plan weekend events, how to cook and cleanup, how to pack and had fun doing it all. Every day our community benefits from the youth and adults who were are are connected with Scouting.If interested please go to this URL to read more about the known affects of Scoutinghttps://sites.tufts.edu/campstudy/
Having been with scouting for twenty years I have seen the wonderful adventures and opportunities and growth provided to our leaders of tomorrow .
Since moving into the territory of this Council almost three years ago, I have been impressed by the helpfulness of the local volunteers and the professionalism of all the staff that work out of the Sacramento office. A quality program for all youth from kindergarten through early twenties, offering camping and adventures, plus leadership training & opportunities. Older youth can also have additional activities that are more challenging where they often travel farther. Community groups and organizations give high school age students exposure to careers and real-world experiences for community service requirements and internship-type training.
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My experience with Scouting goes back almost 50 years, and spans a number of councils, districts, area activities and units in northern California. I am impressed with the dedication of the volunteers and professional staff that bring quality programs to all youth in the area of the Golden Empire Council. More than just outdoor activities, Scouting provides age-appropriate challenges, family-based for elementary boys and girls, youth lead by Middle School, Junior High School, and High School young men and women. All this in a character building, experiential environment, where making mistakes and learning from them is fostered. Scouting has changed from outdoor, survival-based knowledge to a program that used the outdoors top teach cooperation, communication and leadership skills in the most safe and regulated supervised activities. A year-round program, not seasonal, that is ongoing ... real value for the money if you compare with short-term seasons of purely skill-based athletics programs. But Scouting and athletics are not mutually exclusive -- they are compatible and can support each other.
I support the Golden Empire Council because I believe Scouts is the greatest program available to experience the outdoors, develop teamworking skills and teach our children to make sound decisions throughout their life based on the principals of the Scout Oath and Law.
My children are third generation Eagle Scouts and, avid outdoor enthusiasts, and I see values they learned in Scouting still guiding their decisions as adults today.
Join me in supporting the Golden Empire Council!
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The mission of the Scouts is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. At challenging times like these, I can not think of a better organization to develop our future leaders than Scouting. Teaching youth lead leadership thru the patrol method, learning important lessons in a safe environment to challenge oneself and the joy of camping are three of the important reasons we need Scouts more than ever.
I am an Eagle Scout, my two son's are Eagle Scouts, I am a volunteer with the Board of Directors for the Council and my sons have worked at summer camp numerous years. The lifetime friendships and the values they have learned thru these relationships are priceless.
The Golden Empire Council has earned "Gold" status as evaluated by standardized Scouting metrics the last four years, and we will continue to provide the ultimate opportunity for the youth of our Council going forward.
During the pandemic, the Golden Empire Council and Boy Scouts of America has continued to provide a quality character developing program despite the challenges of COVID. The council continues to provide excellent experiences from community service to outdoor education. I am proud to be part of this wonderful program as a board member and scoutmaster. Keep it up GEC!
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I have been involved in the Boy Scouts of America since I was eight years old. As an Eagle Scout I vowed to give back to Scouting more than I received. I keep getting more and more. I have served as Scoutmaster for 37 years for Troop 380, been a Cubmaster and even did a term as President of the Golden Empire Council. I cannot tell you how much I have enjoyed the many years of scouting. I have spent over two years under the stars (in tent) with scouts and leaders. It does not get any better than this.
Over the last year and half the Golden Empire Council continued to provide activities to the youth in Northern California using video services so they could continue their Scouting advancement.
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The Boy Scouts of America not only have opportunities for young men and ladies to learn life skills the organization also allow them to learn leadership skills, find hobbies, be a mentor, lead a group of youths ages 10 - 21 and find they can do more than thought. They can work at their council summer camp(s), attend National and World Jamborees and go to the four high adventure camp for hiking, canoeing, sailing, riding mountain and BMX bikes and soaring down zip lines.
For 58 years I have associated with the high caliber youth and adults of the Boy Scouts of America. My wife and I have 7 grandsons who are Eagle Scouts.
The Golden Empire Council- Boy Scouts of America aims to support character development, citizenship, physical fitness and leadership in today's youth. An investment of time, tangible goods, services and money ensures that our youth can continue to be supported in the scouting program. We know that scouting makes our youth GRITTIER and GRIT helps youth become more successful later in life. I don't know how many times I've seen youth transform before my eyes because of the scouting program. The youth think they are out having fun, camping, hiking, learning skills and techniques that help foster a sense of independence. While those who support the scouting program know that the youth are actually developing leadership, a sense of service, interpersonal skills and the ability to learn that achieving one's goals doesn't come without planning, learning from your mistakes and above all..... hard work! I don't know of any other youth development program like Scouting. Having sustained mentoring from well trained adults over a long period of time makes scouting unlike any other youth program.
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The Golden Empire Council- Boy Scouts of America aims to support character development, citizenship, physical fitness and leadership in today's youth. An investment of time, tangible goods, services and money ensures that our youth can continue to be supported in the scouting program. We know that scouting makes our youth GRITTIER and GRIT helps youth become more successful later in life. I don't know how many times I've seen youth transform before my eyes because of the scouting program. The youth think they are out having fun, camping, hiking, learning skills and techniques that help foster a sense of independence. While those who support the scouting program know that the youth are actually developing leadership, a sense of service, interpersonal skills and the ability to learn that achieving one's goals doesn't come without planning, learning from your mistakes and above all..... hard work! I don't know of any other youth development program like Scouting. Having sustained mentoring from well trained adults over a long period of time makes scouting unlike any other youth program.
My husband remains on the board now for 7+ years and a longtime Scouting volunteer. It's a great time to support Scouting's values in the midst of very challenging times for Scouting.
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Read moreScouting is an exceptional way to teach youth character, leadership, and independence. These help young people responsibly navigate this ever changing world. And while learning they have fun with activities, outdoor adventures and life long friendships. Both of my adult sons will tell you they got to do so many more things than many of their friends, and they learned so much from those experiences.
In the toughest of times the caring leaders of the Golden Empire Council are doing the best they can to deliver a positive future for our youth.
Golden Empire Council - Boy Scouts of America aims to develop our youth to be outstanding citizens with the tools they need to live successful and productive lives while being active in their community. I have had the pleasure of being part of this great organization as both a youth, and as an adult. In the various roles, I have observed many youth doing amazing things; things that you hardly see from adults. I have watched youth who were trudging along in life become tremendous leaders. It is through the grit and tenacity of character (things that are developed through scouting) that these youth excel.
In these trying times, GEC continues to provide resources and development opportunities for our youth in a virtual and self-directed way. While many other programs have been paused or cancelled, scouting continues! Please consider supporting this organization in any way you can.
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Golden Empire Council - Boy Scouts of America aims to develop our youth to be outstanding citizens with the tools they need to live successful and productive lives while being active in their community. I have had the pleasure of being part of this great organization as both a youth, and as an adult. In the various roles, I have observed many youth doing amazing things; things that you hardly see from adults. I have watched youth who were trudging along in life become tremendous leaders. It is through the grit and tenacity of character (things that are developed through scouting) that these youth excel. Please consider supporting this organization in any way you can.
The Golden Empire Council teaches and strives to live the Scout oath and law which provides the principles of strong moral values base. Scouting teaches leadership skills to not just the many young people involved, but to the adult leadership as well. We see in communities which have a strong scouting activity that it helps communities thrive as well. Certainly the eagle scout projects serves as a model of strengthening the community.
I work with several non-profits and find that The Golden Emire Council BSA is one of the best run organizations with some of the most dedicated volunteers, Board members and staff.
Golden Empire Council provides Scouting programs to youth in Northern Sacramento, spanning the region from Redding, Chico, to Sacramento. Golden Empire Council operates outstanding summer camps in the Sierra Nevada mountains, and provides high adventure training in backpacking, paddle sports, and snow camping. Dynamic organization that continues to grow and fulfill its mission in service to youth.
Outstanding youth organization. Two summer camps in the high Sierra offer a tremendous opportunity for young people to experience the great outdoors and learn outdoor skills. Boating, shooting, conservation, etc. Leadership training is outstanding. Multiple opportunities for youth to engage in National Youth Leadership Training with adult mentors trained through parallel adult leadership courses. This organization offers outstanding opportunities for youth and adults alike.
Over the past 15 years, the Golden Empire Council delivered a fun program for my three boys--and thousands of other young men. They helped them develop a positive and strong character. My thanks to everyone involved in this organization.
I have served as a scoutmaster in the Golden Empire Council for 35 years. It has been an incredible ride with so many outstanding experiences from National and World Jamborees to camp outs in the Sierra Nevada. I have had the honor of presenting 150 Eagle Scouts with this outstanding achievement. Scouts has helped to shape the lives of thousands of youth and I am so happy to be part of this journey. I cannot think of a better organization that provides character development, leaderships, and citizenship opportunities
I've been involved with the council for many years, first as a young scouter and now as an adult leader of the council. Scouting has influenced me for the better and I am proud to have sons involved in scouting, and members of the council. I am confident that the council will continue to build young people of strong character.
Great youth organization dedicated to helping the youth of the future. In a day when everyone seems to want more they strive to provide service to others.
Outstanding training in servant leadership through its Wood Badge and National Youth Leadership program. The adult volunteers make sure all the young people have an opportunity to learn and practice leadership in their Scouting unit and in their community.
The organization is guided by an active volunteer board and managed by dedicated and experienced professionals. It is a solid IRC 501(c)(3) organization, dedicating all its resources to the development and welfare of young people.
Golden Empire Council has some amazing training opportunities for youth in the area. Three National Youth Leader Training courses were offered this past summer that not only helps prepare youth for positions back in their troops, but helps give them skills they can use in life.
I have been involved with the council for 7 years. It has been a great experience. I have had the opportunity to grow as a person and a Scouter, thanks in part to the programs available through the council.
Scouting is remarkable program for the youth of America. It provides the opportunity to develop many practical skills including leadership and moral values. Many of America's leaders have been in the Scouting program at some time in their lives...many becoming Eagle Scouts. With the acceptance of girls in the program these opportunities are now being shared by all youth!