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The Golden Gate Area Council (GGAC) and AdvanceCamp, Inc. are thrilled to announce their merger, following unanimous votes by both boards. This strategic alliance will see AdvanceCamp forming a new committee within our GGAC Program committees, ensuring the annual AdvanceCamp event continues to thrive and grow. Mark your calendars for the 24th AdvanceCamp, taking place on September 27-28, 2024 at the Solano County Fairgrounds. The event attracts Scouts from across California and Nevada, and this merger promises to expand our reach even further. Since its inception in 1998, AdvanceCamp has served over 30,000 Scouts, providing a platform for them to complete partials for unusual merit badges. The event has grown from 300 Scouts and 15 merit badges to a major annual gathering, thanks to the tireless efforts of Steve Hoagland, the Executive Director of AdvanceCamp. Steve Hoagland shares, “I have been blessed over the years to work with many wonderful volunteers and now with the merger of AdvanceCamp into the wheel of GGAC success we feel a common goal and desire to see our Scouts working in the program expand.” Tom Weibert, President of the GGAC Executive Board, echoes this sentiment, “AdvanceCamp is an amazing event that brings Scouts from all over together to work on Merit Badges and other advancement activities. This is exciting to be able to bring the strength of the AdvanceCamp team together with the structure and volunteers of the Council to ensure this event continues well into the future.” As we continue to regain momentum post-COVID, we’re excited to see the growing partnership between GGAC and AdvanceCamp, with more volunteers than ever before. Registration for AdvanceCamp opens in early June, with more details about this year’s event coming soon. If you’re interested in volunteering, click the button below to learn more! We can’t wait to see you there! |