Community Opportunities
If you have a Flag Ceremony, Conservation Project or another Commuity Opportunity you would like Scouts to participate in, please contact Gene Ironhill, Service Committee Chair.
2026 Upcoming Events
Scout O Rama
October 18, 2026
Information coming soon…
November 26, 2026 – Turkey Day Dash is BACK!
Start Your Thanksgiving with Fun, Service & Community!
Scouting America is proud to once again be part of Ventura County’s Turkey Day Dash—one of the largest Thanksgiving events in the region!
With more than 4,000 participants, this event is a fantastic opportunity to serve our community, meet new people, and showcase the spirit of Scouting. Volunteers help make this incredible event possible while demonstrating the values of leadership, service, and teamwork.
Volunteer Opportunities
Monday, November 23, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Compile Race Bags (15 Volunteers Needed)
Thousand Oaks Police Department Community Room – 2101 E. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks
Tuesday, November 24, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Packet Pick-Up (15 Volunteers Needed | Split Shifts Available)
Road Runner Sports, Newbury Park
Thursday, November 26, 2026 | 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Turkey Dash Race Day Volunteers (35 Needed | Various Roles)
Location provided upon sign-up
Why Volunteer on Thanksgiving?
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Give back to your community
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Represent Scouting America to thousands of local families
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Earn service hours
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Have fun with fellow Scouts and volunteers
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Help make one of Ventura County’s favorite Thanksgiving traditions a success!
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| Scouting for Clean Waterways | Download |