District Overview
The Central District services the counties of Judith Basin, Fergus, Petroleum and Wheatland. Combined, these counties cover approximately 9,323 square miles in the central part of the state. The counties in the Central District have a total population of approximately 16,321 people with county seats being in Standford, Lewistown, Winnett and Harlowton respectively.
District resources
CENTRAL DISTRICT NEWS

A Gallatin Crest 50-Mile Adventure
June 23, 2025

PHOTO CONTEST! Share Your 2025 Adventures
June 23, 2025

National Annual Meeting Recap
June 9, 2025

Range & Target Activities Update
June 5, 2025
District contact directory
District Chair
Ed Hanson
edspottedhorse@gmail.com 406-366-9879
District Commissioner
Gary Barta
gpbarta@qwestoffice.net 406-538-7629
District Executive
Dave Snyder
dave.snyder@scouting.org 406-366-9055
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