Memorial Day Grave Decoration

Come place flags at Golden Gate National Cemetery to pay tribute to the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country.

For over 70 years, Scouts around the country have been helping to honor our country's fallen. It all began in 1949 when Scouts in the Greater St. Louis Council decorated the 190,000 graves at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery with miniature US flags. Since then, it has become one of the largest service projects in the country.

Locally, the Golden Gate National Cemetery was first opened in 1941 and is one of 131 National cemeteries in 39 states. It is the final resting place of 15 Medal of Honor recipients, Congressman Leo Ryan, and Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, commander of the US Pacific Fleet during World War II. Each year, Scouts, Scouters, veterans and other community groups from all over the Bay Area gather in tribute to these gallant men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country.

Please note that the registration says “individual” but it will ask for a headcount for your unit as well as other unit-specific information.

You can still register to participate through May 20 at 11:59pm.

Patch Orders: Orders for patches need to be completed before 11:59pm on June 10, 2025. Click here to order your event patches from the online trading post now!

Flag Planting: Memorial Day Saturday
7:15am Check-in begins. Only ONE member of your group should check-in. Check-in will be by Council/District.
8:00am Opening Ceremony
8:20am(ish)- Flag Placement

Flag Pick-up: the Saturday following Memorial Day

Registration Tip: All participants and units are to register by way of individual registration. The registration will ask for the quantity of your group and unit information.

Don't forget to log your service hours in Scoutbook advancement.

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