Welcome to the Adventure of Scouting!

The Gulf Ridge Council, Boy Scouts of America, serves youth in the counties of Citrus, Hardee, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Pasco, Polk and Sumter.

The Gulf Ridge Council is funded through Friends of Scouting, Popcorn Sales, Special Events, United Way, Suncoast Combined Federal Campaign and the Endowment Fund.

Upcoming Events

February


4Scout Night with the Tampa Bay Lightning
4Scout Sabbath
5Scout Sunday
4 - 5Winterfest
8BSA's Birthday
8Council Program Committee Meeting
11Scouting For Food - Bag Drop
11Trainers EDGE
14Aquatics Committee Meeting
16OA LEC
18Scouting for Food - Pick Up
20Service Center Closed
22Baden-Powell's Birthday
23Executive Committee Meeting
24Distinguished Citizen Luncheon
25Jamboree Round Up
24 - 26Climbing Instructor Training
24 - 26Wood Badge Course #1  Weekend #1

March


7Council Program Meeting
9 - 11Climbing Instructor Training
9 - 11OA Spring Conclave
15OA LEC
16 - 18COPE Instructor Training
16 - 18Wood Badge Course #1  Weekend #2
23 - 25Venture Thingy 5
24 - 26Wilderness and Remote First Aid
28 - 31Paddle Craft Safety Training
31Council Recognition Banquet

April


3Council Training Committee Meeting
6Service Center Closed
10Aquatics Committee Meeting
11Council Program Meeting
13 - 15Splash-O-Ree
17Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner
19OA LEC
18 - 21Swim and Water Rescue Training
20 - 21OA Section Conference
22OA Section Conference
26Executive Board Meeting
28Merit Badge Academy

What's New

I want to join!

Registration for LEGOLAND® Florida is now open. Click here for more information.

You can make your commitment to participate in Popcorn Sales online and view dates, information and sales potential.

The 2013 National Jamboree Gulf Ridge Council contingent is now being formed. Act now to reserve your spot!

Adult Leaders: Remember, Youth Protection training must be current for all leaders in order to recharter your unit. Make sure your training is current!

What is the Campmaster Corps? Become a member . . . more

If you are having any issues with filling out online forms or registrations, please clear your browser cache to prevent any further problems.

Project C.O.P.E. is running at Flaming Arrow Scout Reservation. Bring your troop or crew out for this fun, challenging team experience.

Thank You to Saint Leo University


The Gulf Ridge Council would like to thank Saint Leo University for their continued support. To find out more about Saint Leo University, click on their logo below.

Saint Leo University



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Events and Activities

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Camp Card Spring Sale!!


Gulf Ridge Council is pleased to announce the “Camp Card” fundraising program. This initiative is designed to help Scouts earn their way to a Summer/Day Camp program!!
  • Units participating in the 2012 program will earn up to 50% commission.
  • This program is RISK FREE, simply return any unsold cards.
  • Visit the Camp Card page for order forms and information on the local sale.

Youth Protection

  • You can take Youth Protection Training through MyScouting.
  • Important changes on Youth Protection Training Policies have been put in place.
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Crisis Management information for your unit.

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