Helping Boys to become more Christlike in all Areas of Life.

Consisting of clubs supported by local churches from Los Angeles, to Riverside, to Orange and San Diego counties, the Southern California Cadet Council has been involved in youth ministry for over 50 years.
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Motto

Living for Jesus

Verse

If you love me, you will keep my commandments.

John 14:15

Code

A Cadet must be reverent, obedient, compassionate, consecrated, trustworthy, pure, grateful, loyal, industrious, and cheerful.

Pledge

Thankful to God for his gifts to me, I pledge myself to be ready to serve God, my parents, my country, my church, my neighbor, and my Corps.
OUR COUNSELORS

Experienced
Teams

Bill Mulder
Artesia, Ca
Craig Doty
San Diego, Ca
Bernia Gabrielse
Chino, Ca
David Stom
Long Beach, Ca
MEET THE TEAMS
ANNUAL EVENTS

Field Day

The Southern California Cadet Council has hosted this event for more than five decades.  Cadets get together to compete with one another in various events, and practice those skills that are practical for camping, as well as sports that the boys enjoy.  Club counselors provide event oversight and assistance for Cadets as they compete for ribbons, or just try something brand new.  

News & Events

May 1, 2026
Next Year's Cadet Theme and Verse Announced
Craig
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Psalm 125:2 "As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds his people both now and forevermore."

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February 7, 2026
Pinewood Derby 2026
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The 2026 Pinewood Derby was hosted by First CRC of Artesia (known as Artesia 1) on Saturday, March 21st.  For more information, check out the Events/Pinewood Derby page - https://www.socalcadets.com/events/pinewood-derby/

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CADET ACHIEVEMENTS

Ranks and Contents:

Recruit

Landmarks; Occupations, Chivalry, New Life merit badges

Pathfinder

Flag Knowledge; Home Cooking, Reading, Sculpture, Christian Life merit badges

Builder

Citizenship; Weeds & Wildflowers, Money Management, Chemistry, Christian Way merit badges

Junior Counselor

Landmarks; My Family Tree, Sculpting, Cadet Code merit badges
WHAT PARENTS SAY

Our Testimonials

My kid was doing poorly in school and no he is doing better than ever. He is focused, engaged, and joyful.
Jacob Carroll
SoCal Cadets has been a God-sent.  I can't say enough about the impact it has had on my boys.
Maud Moss
The counselors at SoCal Cadets are amazing!  Their patience, attitude, and teaching skills are unmatched.
Fanny Cunningham
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