New Location for Scouter's Academy

Please note, the upcoming Scouter's Academy on Jan. 28 is now being held at Woodward Academy in College Park.

With more than 40 classes to take, there is something for everyone. And it's not too late to sign up. Click here to register or for more information. 

Recharter Time is Now!

Recharter access is available now through www.myscouting.org!

Youth Protection Training

Click here to view our Youth Protection Training policies. Click here to log on and take the mandatory Youth Protection Training.

Got Time, Get Trained!

Classes to help you lead your Pack, Troop, or Crew are held numerous times all over the Atlanta area. Click here to find one that fits your needs and schedule. 

Hispanic Outreach

Click here to get more information on our Hispanic Outreach program, and what is going on in the community.

Atlanta Area Council  

The Atlanta Area Council covers 13 metro-Atlanta counties: Carroll, Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fulton, Gwinnett, Haralson, Newton, Paulding, Pickens, and Rockdale.

You can call 770.989.8820 to reach our receptionist between the hours of 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. You may dial 770.989.8821 to automatically reach any extension using our Voice-mail Auto-Attendant.

The Scout Shop hours are:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 9 AM to 6 PM
Tuesday, Thursday: - 9 AM to 8PM
Saturday - 10 AM to 4 PM
Sunday - Closed

Scout Shop:770.988.9912

The Volunteer Service Center mailing address is:
1800 Circle 75 Parkway, SE - Atlanta, GA 30339

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Upcoming Events

Scouter's Academy (Jan 28)
All Aboard! Choose from over 40 classes that range from the beginning leader/Cub Scout parent to Boy Scout leader/veteran Venture Crew advisor. There are even some classes for the youth leaders in your Boy Scout Troop! You will be riding along the rails journeying for an entire day's event that combines fun with quality instruction to aid you in reaching the success destination in Scouting. Click here to register.

College of Commissioner Science (Feb 25)
By popular request, the 37th College of Commissioner Science will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2012, as a one-day event, packed with training and networking opportunities that will benefit all commissioners. For more information and to register, click here!

Scouting for Food (March 2012)
Scouting for Food is the annual service project conducted by Scouts in the Atlanta Area Council.  Scouts will collect canned goods during the month of March in their local neighborhoods.  Click here for more details or to make your unit's commitment to participate in the 2012 Scouting for Food project.


News

Scouting in the News
Local Eagle Scout Jake Hemingway was featured by WSB-TV for his amazing project that fixed a dangerous situation around his high school, and saved tax payers tens of thousands of dollars. Click here to watch the feature.

The Promise December Edition
Click here to see our monthly newsletter with information on events, training, and more!

Stakeholder's Report
Click here to check out the new Stakeholder's Report Winter edition.

Atlanta Introduces First Combined Federal Law Enforcement Explorer Post in Nation
35 young men and women were selected to be part of the first combined Federal Law Enforcement Explorer Post in the nation. This program provides an opportunity for high school students (grades 9-12) to learn and practice leadership skills with the FBI, ATF, DEA, Air Marshals, US Marshals, ICE and Secret Service. Click here for  more information or contact Stephanie Hynes at 770.989.8820

Tour Planning Updates
The National BSA has announced that effective March 1, what are currently known as local and national tour permits will be superseded by what will be called the tour plan. The Tour plan will be approved by the local council. Click here for more information or visit our Program Center.