The Greater Tampa Bay Area Council is a proud local council of Scouting America, serving youth and families across western Florida. Chartered to provide leadership, values-based education, and life-enriching experiences, we are committed to building future leaders through character development, outdoor adventure, and community service.
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Spanning nine counties, the Greater Tampa Bay Area Council supports over 14,000 youth members through a dynamic network of dedicated volunteers and unit leaders. Our Council includes:
189 Cub Scout Packs
192 Scouts BSA Troops
36 Venturing Crews
5 Sea Scout Ships
26 ScoutReach Units
This diverse programming ensures that youth of all ages and backgrounds can find their place and thrive in Scouting.
Our operations are headquartered at the Lewis Hill, III Service Center, located at:
13228 N. Central Avenue, Tampa, FL 33612
To support year-round outdoor adventure and leadership training, the Council maintains five premier camp properties:
Camp Owen J. Brorein – Odessa, FL
Camp Soule – Clearwater, FL
Flaming Arrow Scout Reservation – Lake Wales, FL
Sand Hill Scout Reservation – Brooksville, FL
Camp Alafia – Along the Alafia River in Lithia, FL
These camps host everything from weekend activities and leadership development programs to weeklong summer camps and high-adventure treks.
Preparing today’s youth to do their best without fear of failure and become men and women who live, lead, and serve with integrity, confidence, and purpose—while having fun as kids, friends, and families.
We are committed to transparency and strategic growth. For more information on our financial accountability and future vision, please see:
