From Cub Scout Day Camp to Merit Badge Academies, our Scouts have unlimited opportunities to learn, impact and explore their communities. We offer a variety of activities- both educational and fun- that Scouts and their families can participate in individually or with their unit. New activities are added often, so be sure to check back.
The Greater Alabama Council and Scouting America promotes a culture where each youth, volunteer, and employee feels a sense of belonging and builds communities where every person feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
Held in June
All Cub Scouts should attend day camp! It is the highlight of the year! BB-guns, Archery, Crafts, Sports, Field Sports and More!
July 15-18, 2026
4-days & 3-nights of FUN with an Aquatic’s focus. Complete Adventures! Swim! Archery! BB-Guns! and More! Held at Camp Comer!
July 12-15, 2026
4 days & 3 nights of FUN! Get a taste of Scouts BSA summer camp! Complete Webelos Adventures! Held at Camp Comer!
May 1-3, 2026
Get ready for adventure! Camp with your family. Exciting activities for ALL Cub Scouts and the entire family!
June 6, 2026 at Sloss Furnace
Full day of Scouting fun including an IRON Pour! Shooting Sports, Museum, and more at historic Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark in Birmingham.
Held in June at Oxford Lake
Cost $20. 9am – 2pm.
Fun day of Scouting fun including Fishing, Shooting Sports, and More!
Held in Sept. & Oct.
Hosted by the GAC’s Fishing and Angling Committee each Fall. Join us for fishing, fun, prizes, and a patch!
Held in October.
Get ready for a spooktacular time at camp! Shooting sports, games, hay rides, and more! An adventure the whole family will enjoy!
December 2026 at Camp Sequoyah
2-night, 3-day camping opportunity with fun activities including Shooting Sports, holiday crafts and more!
May 1-3, 2026
Get ready for adventure! Camp with your family. Exciting activities for ALL Cub Scouts and the entire family!
Located high atop Lookout Mountain in Northeast Alabama, Camp Comer is a Blast! This mountainous 1000 acre BSA Summer Camp offers a pinnacle summer camp experience for your youth!
Located on the edge of the Talladega National Forest at the base of Alabama’s tallest mountain, Camp Sequoyah BSA summer camp is a wilderness destination with amazing program offerings!
Held in December at Camp Comer.
This weeklong camp offers a variety of merit badges, Eagle bound, program activities, climbing, shooting sports, campfires, and much more!
Fall 2026
This weekend event takes place at Camp Sequoyah. Scouts will work on earning Fishing, Fly Fishing, and Fish & Wildlife Management Merit Badges as well as work toward the BSA’s Angler Award.
Winter and Summer each year
National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is a six day, five night course that gives Scouts methods, skills and experiences to become better leaders in their unit.
July 22-21, 2026
Over 10,000 Scouts will attend and participate in all kinds of adventures including stadium shows, pioneer village, hikes, adventure sports, patch trading, and more!
April 26-28 at Camp Sequoyah
This is a normal Troop campout except that our Staff will open our program areas! Swimming, Boating! Shooting Sports! Climbing! and more! Cost $10
Dates TBA
Gain service hours by helping us get our camps ready for summer! Lunch is provided and you can make it a campout!
Held in August each year and hosted by the Vulcan District. Details and more come out in the “Vulcan Voice” eNewsletter.
Held in September and organized by the Cherokee District. Exact date and location will be announced in the spring.
In partnership with the Barber Motorsports Museum. This interactive program is offered multiple times during the year.
January, 2027
The 2027 Shelby District Merit Badge Day will be announced in late 2026.
Held in conjunction with University of Scouting.
Held in February each year.
Organized by the Three River’s District.
TBA
Organized by Troop 20 and the Southern Museum of Flight. Program begins at 9am and runs until 2pm.
Southern Museum of Flight
4343 73rd Street North
Birmingham, AL 35206
Saturdays this Fall
Engineering Merit Badge Days will be hosted August 26th, November 18th, and December 9th. For more details and registration visit Barber Motorsports Museum on the web.
Saturday, October 15th
Scouts will earn the Mining and Society Merit Badge and requirements for the American Labor and American Heritage Merit Badges. In Partnership with Vulcan Park and Sloss Furnaces.
Saturday, Feb 28th 2023
Organized by the Mulberry and Arrowhead Districts.
This year’s location is Calhoun Community College in Tanner, AL.
Available to all who complete the requirements and visit 6 sites in Birmingham in the Civil Rights District.
Held the second week of November. Scout gather food in their community to help those who suffer from food insecurity.
Scouting’s religious awards program gives Scouts a chance to explore their faith. The curriculum is created by each denomination.
This program is currently paused by the administering organization (AmeriCorps).
The Congressional Award recognizes initiative, service, and achievement in America’s youth.
For Youth, Adults, & Organizations. The BSA’s highest conservation award available.
Jamboree-on-the-Air, or JOTA, is held annually the third weekend in October. Scouts use amateur radio and internet to connect with other Scouts and hams around the world.
Each December the International Peace Light (flame) will be in our Council Scout Shops. All families to take a light from the International Peace Light and take it home with them.
Messengers of Peace is a global initiative designed to inspire millions of young men and women in more than 220 countries and territories to work toward peace.
For Adults. Wood Badge is the highest level of Scout leadership training and provides you with the tools to be a superior leader.
For Adults. Annual training event offering more than 100 classes taught by volunteers who share their knowledge and passion.
