Boy Scouts of America, Denver Area Council

Capital Campaign

Growing Future Leaders

A campaign to fund program enhancements and camping experiences for thousands of Scouts and Non-Scouts for at least the next 50 years.
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Protecting Our Youth

YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING

The safety & protection of youth & all individuals in Scouting is a top priority for the Denver Area Council.
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Annual Report on Scouting

REPORT TO THE STATE

On February 13, 2020, more than 120 youth delegates from Colorado Council’s will participate in an annual report on Scouting at the Colorado State Capitol.
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Scout Me In

JOIN SCOUTING TODAY

Scouting offers programs that build character, nurture mental and physical fitness, and teach citizenship. Enjoy exciting outdoor adventures with peers, family, and dedicated volunteers.
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Denver Scouting invites Scouts and families to

SPEND YOUR SUMMER WITH US

Camping is a great opportunity for you, your Scout, and your whole family to make fun summer memories that will last a life time! With programs designed for all ages, there is something for everyone!
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It’s fun, hands-on learning and achievement that puts kids in the middle of the action and prepares them for today – and for life. LEARN MORE

Give to Denver BSA

So many ways, so many programs

Volunteer

Volunteering with Scouting is as rewarding to them as it is meaningful to the kids. Watching kids grow is one thing — leading them through the process is a whole new experience altogether.…

Donate

As you continue to make Scouting a part of your philanthropy, you join an elite group who share your desire to impact the future of Scouting’s youth, and we are committed to showing our…

Fundraising

The Corporate Fall Sporting Clays is a great day of fun and fellowship for both experienced and novice shooters to enjoy with friends and colleagues…

The BSA’s goal is to train youth in responsible citizenship, character development, and self-reliance through participation in a wide range of outdoor activities, educational programs, and, at older age levels, career-oriented programs in partnership with community organizations.

Activities & Events

Activities

Scouts New Year's Eve With The Colorado Avalanche: 12/31/2019 6 PM - 9 PM
Colorado Avalanche vs. Winnipeg Jets New Years Eve Game Boy Scouts of America New Years Eve Game at Pepsi Center Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at 6:00PM Order Tickets Here Tickets Include: Discounted Ticket All ticket purchasers will be entered to randomly win a pre-game penalty box experience to watch warmups! Tickets start at $25/person Questions: […]
Denver Area Council Amateur Radio Net (HAM): 12/15/2019 7:30 PM - 10 PM
The Denver Area Council Ham Radio Net is on the first and third Sunday of the month at 7:30 pm on the Squaw Mountain Repeater: 449.450 MHz, minus 5 MHz offset, and a 103.5 Hz tone required. All hams are welcome.
The Cell - Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Clinic: 12/14/2019 1 PM - 4 PM
Register today for the Cell's Boy Scouts of America Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Clinic. In this clinic, Boy Scouts will learn the aspects of emergency preparedness while increasing their awareness of criminal activity and terrorism - ultimately empowering participants to prepare, respond, recover, mitigate and prevent emergency situations. For more information, please contact Elizabeth Cychosz, […]
The Cell - Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge Clinic: 12/14/2019 9 AM - 11:30 AM
Register today for The Cell's Boy Scouts of America Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge Clinic. In this engaging clinic, Scouts will learn how to be an active and engaged citizen and about the many rights and responsibilities of being a citizen of the United States. For more information, please contact Elizabeth Cychosz, Special Projects […]

Blog Posts

The Denver Area Council Awarded George Nash Smith the National Outstanding Eagle Award on Saturday, September 21, 2019.

George Nash Smith joined the Boy Scouts of America in 1939 as a member of Troop 1, in Denver, Colorado. He became an Eagle Scout on October 7, 1942, at the age of 14. In late 1943, during WWII the adult troop leader for Troop 1, Bob Shurtliff, was drafted and George became the de … More The Denver Area Council Awarded George Nash Smith the National Outstanding Eagle Award on Saturday, September 21, 2019.
Six Rescued from a Lake Last Summer Results in 10 Being Recognized for Lifesaving & Meritorious Actions

Medals of honor await eight Scouts and two Scout leaders from Troop 444 in the Arapahoe District for their lifesaving and meritorious actions on Wellington Lake in Bailey, Colorado. On July 20, 2018, an intense downburst of wind from the base of a thunderstorm, also known as a microburst, hit Wellington Lake sweeping paddle boarders … More Six Rescued from a Lake Last Summer Results in 10 Being Recognized for Lifesaving & Meritorious Actions
The Annual Popcorn Fundraiser – Support Scouting Adventures

For more than 35 years, Trails End has partnered with the Boy Scouts of America to help Scouts earn their way to Scouting adventures with more than 73 percent of the sales directly supporting local Scouting programs. The popcorn fundraiser is a key ingredient for leadership development and allows Scouts to develop five key skills: … More The Annual Popcorn Fundraiser – Support Scouting Adventures