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San Luis Obispo
The Historic Trail
(Cub Scout Requirements)

San Luis Obispo Historic Trail AwardThe Historic Trail, sponsored by the Los Padres Council, BSA, was initiated in 1990 and has been designated by the BSA National Office as an approved Historic Trails Award. The trail is designed to present to its participants the historical significance and natural beauty of the San Luis Obispo County area. The trail is divided into two primary sites: SAN LUIS OBISPO and SAN MIGUEL – approximately 40 miles apart. (1) The San Luis Obispo walk is the Path of History with 19 points of interest. (2) The San Miguel tour includes the San Miguel Mission and the Rios-Caledonia Adobe.

The trail is suitable for Tigers, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturers. The award is open to all registered members of the Boy Scouts of America.

Applicants must write the Los Padres Council for a complete list of requirements, suggested readings, tour information, and awards order form.

 

Requirements:

  1. Tigers and Cub Scouts must complete both the San Luis Obispo “Path” and the Leader must hold a group reading session of a book listed on the suggested reading list.
  2. Obtain Stamp/Credential at each mission visited. All Scouts should wear their uniforms.
  3. Obtain a Local or National Tour Permit from your Council Office at least two weeks before the scheduled outing.
  4. Two adults must accompany each unit; at least one adult must be a registered Scout. The maximum group size is 16 scouts.
  5. A Patch and/or Medal is available to those completing the trail.
  6. The sponsor of the trail will not be responsible for any accidents which may occur during the course of the trail. Each group is responsible for its own safety and discipline as well as obeying pedestrian and traffic safety rules.
  7. Church services, restaurants, and food supplies are available in San Luis Obispo, San Miguel, and surrounding communities. For emergencies, call 911.

Santa Barbara Service Center

Main Administrative Office
4000 Modoc Road
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Office: (805) 967-0105
Fax: (805) 967-5094
Hours: Monday – Friday 10:00 am – 12:00 Noon, 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm.  

Closed Saturday & Sunday

San Luis Obispo Service Center

712 Fiero Ln. #29
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

(805) 439-2885
(805) 439-2885

Tuesday 7:00 am – 3:00 pm

Wednesday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm

Thursday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm

Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Saturday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Sunday, Monday – Closed

 

    Santa Barbara Service Center

Main Administrative Office

4000 Modoc Road

Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Office: (805) 967-0105

Fax: (805) 967-5094

Hours: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Monday thru Friday

– Curbside pickup or ship only –

 

Closed Saturday & Sunday

PLEASE CONTACT COUNCIL HEADQUARTERS FOR MORE INFORMATION.

San Luis Obispo Service Centero COVID-19

712 Fiero Ln. #29
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Office: (805) 439-2885

Temporarily closed due to COVID-19