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

Troop 551’s Out-Of-This World Experience
March 3, 2025

The Power of Outdoor Adventure
February 26, 2025

SE Corner: Why Fundraising Is Necessary
February 18, 2025

Photo Contest Winners: 2025
February 17, 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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