The History of The Scout Society

The Scout Society consists of four scouting groups: Boy Scout Troop 511, Cub Scout Pack 511, Girl Scout Troop 512, and Venture Crew 591. Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Crew members of Scout Society belong to the San Gabriel Valley Council, Mission Amigos district which is currently serving the communities of Alhambra, San Gabriel, Monterey Park and Rosemead. The Girl Scouts of Scout Society belong to the Greater Los Angeles Chapter, which currently serves the Central Region, formerly known as Girl Scouts Mt. Wilson Vista Council.

Scout Society’s scout program first began with the creation of a Cub Scout Pack in March 1991. The Cub Scouts focus on scouts ages six through ten. During this time scouts are introduced to crafts and skills which include emergency preparedness, basic scouting skills, and an introduction to outdoor activities.

Due to the increased participation of older boys, the Boy Scout Troop was created two years later in September of 1993. The Boy Scout Troop’s main goals are to introduce young men to leadership skills, and survival techniques through first hand experience. The Scout Troop participates in many outings which include camping, hiking, and competition such as the annual Camporee.

As the involvement of youths soon included the sisters of the scouts, a Girl Scout Troop was created in October 1997. Girls of the troop concentrate on several parts of the Girl Scouting program which includes learning about crafts, leadership, and as a bonus, some basic skills from the Boy Scout Troop.

The last element of the Society was not introduced until September 2001. The Venture Crew specializes in high adventure activities and was available to any youth over the age of fourteen. Activities of the Venture Crew involve backpacking trips, mountain climbing, kayaking, cycling, and many other high adventure activities.

As a Scout Society, the four groups are involved in each other. They participate in many Scout activities and provide service to the community. Together, the scouts learn from each other and prepare themselves for life in the future with the knowledge and skills they acquire from the Scouting program.

As always, “Be Prepared”.