Scouting America (formerly the Boy Scouts of America) is one of the largest Scouting organizations in the United States of America and one of the largest youth organizations in the world, with more than 2.4 million youth participants and nearly one million adult volunteers.
The organization was founded in 1910, and since then, more than 110 million Americans have been participants in its programs at some time. Scouting America is part of the international Scout Movement and became a founding member organization of the World Organization of the Scout Movement in 1922.
Catalina Council’s Mission: We deliver fun and exciting experiences through strong Scouting units in Southern Arizona. We build better young people through activities and outdoor adventures. We develop character that will lead our youth to lifetimes of leadership & service.
Catalina Council’s Vision: We will be the premier youth leadership and character development program in Southern Arizona with an emphasis on quality outdoor experiences.
Scout Oath: On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.
Scout Law: A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent.