Patrick Maynard

Scouting America, Ventura County Council (SAVCC) — formerly Boy Scouts of America — proudly announces its Prepared for Life Gala, scheduled for May 31, 2025, at Camarillo Ranch, located at 201 Camarillo Ranch Road, Camarillo. The event will honor two outstanding community members, Patrick Maynard and Patrick Rose, recognizing their significant contributions to Ventura County.

Patrick Maynard, Director of Ventura County’s Office of Emergency Services, will receive the Good Scout Award for Public Safety and Service. Maynard has demonstrated exceptional leadership through numerous local emergencies, including wildfires, mudslides, oil spills, the Borderline mass shooting and the COVID-19 pandemic. His strategic, calm and compassionate approach embodies the values of preparedness, leadership and community service central to Scouting America’s mission.

Patrick Rose will also receive the Good Scout Award, recognized for his outstanding contributions to the arts and media. Rose, whose Emmy-nominated work includes television series such as SEAL Team, Nashville, and Under the Dome, has significantly impacted the entertainment industry. His commitment to mentoring youth in drama and music at Royal High School has provided students with invaluable hands-on experience, instilling confidence, discipline and career-ready skills, aligning perfectly with Scouting America’s core principles.

“We are honored to recognize these two community heroes whose dedication has enriched Ventura County in profound ways,” said Andrea McClellan, CEO of SAVCC. “Patrick Maynard and Patrick Rose exemplify the leadership and service values we aim to cultivate in our Scouts, making them ideal recipients of our inaugural awards.”

The gala’s theme, “Yellowstone,” promises an engaging evening featuring gourmet frontier-inspired dining, live entertainment, exciting auction items and rustic décor reminiscent of Montana’s beauty. Attendees will also learn more about Scouting America’s commitment to training today’s youth to become tomorrow’s skilled leaders. The event’s Trailblazer Sponsor is Premier America Credit Union.
For additional details, sponsorship information or to reserve tickets, please visit www.scoutingamericavc.org/Gala.

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About Scouting America, Ventura County Council

Established in 1921 and headquartered in Camarillo, California, Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America), Ventura County Council (SAVCC) serves the Ventura County region by sharing the fantastic benefits of Scouting with more than 4,500 youth and 779 volunteer adults. SAVCC prepares young people for life by providing the nation’s foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. Learn more about SAVCC at https://www.vccbsa.org/.
About Scouting America

Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) provides the nation’s foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training, which helps young people be “Prepared. For Life.®” Scouting America welcomes all of America’s youth into its programs. Our goal is to give them fantastic experiences in the outdoors, and elsewhere, where they can grow with us in a safe environment. More than 130 million Americans have been through our programs since our founding, and currently more than 1 million youth are served by 477,000 dedicated adult volunteers in local councils throughout the country. To learn more about Scouting America’s mission, visit Scouting.org.

Bardsdale Cemetery will be holding the annual Memorial Day service on Monday, May 26th, at 11am. The public is encouraged to attend to honor those who sacrificed their lives in service to our country. This year’s featured speaker is local resident Chris Gurrola, son of local residents Tim and Amy Gurrola. Also speaking will be The Rt. Rev. Bishop Ordinary Robert Hammond. Music will be provided by local resident Greg Agostinelli and Robin Shelnut.

The local VFW Post 9637 and Boy Scouts will also assist with the program which will start with a fly-over by David Vanoni, David Swett, Kurt Young and Eric Johnson. Taps will be performed at the end of the program by board member Bill Morris. Water and cookies will be provided after the service.