Western Los Angeles County Council, Scouting America Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Western Los Angeles County Council, Scouting America is a non-profit organization within the Boy Scouts of America that coordinates youth development programs. It supports individuals, families, and community groups through values-based recreational and educational activities aimed at building character. Based in Van Nuys, California, the council spans six districts and serves about 65% of Los Angeles County, operating three historic camps: Camp Emerald Bay on Catalina Island, Camp Josepho in Pacific Palisades, and Camp Whitsett in the Sequoia National Forest. Its programs serve a range of ages, with Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA for younger members and co-ed options such as Venturing, Exploring, and Sea Scouts for older youth. In March 2024, the council launched a Sea Scouts initiative at Camp Emerald Bay, offering a four-day, three-night summer adventure for ships visiting the camp. The service region encompasses diverse communities, spanning urban neighborhoods, suburban areas, and rural towns within Los Angeles County.