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Why Join Scouting?

Scouts and Leaders Walking
Cub Scouts at Day Camp
Scouts BSA Youth on Sailboat
Scouts BSA Youth at Camp
Adventure • Friendship • Growth
Scouting is more than an after-school activity—it’s a journey where kids discover the outdoors, build character, and make lifelong friends.

Why Kids Love Scouting

  • Outdoor Adventure: camping, hiking, sailing, STEM fun.

  • Skills for Life: leadership, teamwork, first aid.

  • Confidence & Character: learn by doing, grow as leaders.

  • Friendship & Fun: a community of peers.

Why Families Love Scouting

  • Family Involvement: parents/caregivers join in the fun.

  • Flexible Programs: kindergarten through high school.

  • Inclusive & Welcoming: open to all youth.

  • Community Impact: service projects that matter.

Hear from some of our own.

Why families like yours choose Scouting.

Contact Us

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Ogden Lamont Service Center

1150 Chess Drive

Foster City, CA 94404

(650)-341-5633

Palo Alto Service Center

1305 Middlefield Road

Palo Alto, CA 94301

(650)-327-5900

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