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Cub Scout STEM Days
Cub Scout STEM Days
at Vatterott College in
Berkeley, MO (March 17) and
Fairview Heights, IL (April 7) offer fun, hands-on projects where Scouts can earn a STEM-based Adventure
. Tigers earn Curiosity Intrigue and Magical Mysteries Adventure, Wolves earn Air of the Wolf Adventure, Bears earn Make it Move Adventure, and Webelos earn (most of) Earth Rocks Adventure.
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Camp Spotlight: Cub Scout Day Camps
At Cub Scout Day and Twilight Camps, all girls and boys, Scouts and non-Scouts, ages 7-11 are invited to attend.
Kids will have a blast exploring and building in the world of science while enjoying outdoor adventure such as hiking, fishing, games, archery, and much more. Find a camp and register.
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Den Chief Training
Do you have a Scout looking for a leadership role who enjoys working with younger Scouts? Den Chief just might be the perfect job! A den chief is a Boy Scout who assists a Cub Scout den leader at meetings and other Scouting events while
mentoring Cub Scouts and acquainting them with the world of Boy Scouting. The next Den Chief Training takes place on Saturday, March 24 at Beaumont Scout Reservation.
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Earn Money For Summer Camp With Camp Cards
The Camp Card sale is underway, but it's not too late to earn money for camp! Scouts earn $2.50 for every Camp Card sold. Money can be used towards camp fees, equipment, uniforms or other Scout gear!
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Dad & Lad
Sign up now for a Dad & Lad weekend of camping, fishing, shooting, and fun at Camp Warren Levis (just outside Alton, IL), April 20-22. The theme this year is Gone Fishin' and the weekend will be filled with- you guessed it, unique fishing activities! The event is just $100 for each Scout and his partner and includes a t-shirt, patch, and all meals in the Camp Warren Levis dining hall.
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Cub Scout Fishing Adult Leader Training
Learn how your pack can offer an age-appropriate fishing program for your Cub Scouts, where to borrow the equipment, and how to get free supplies to host a fishing event. This free training takes place Saturday, March 24 at Emerson Center at Beaumont Scout Reservation.
Register now.
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STEM Camps
- Cub Scout STEM Twilight Camp (July 23-26) will feature local STEM companies like AT&T that bring hands-on activities and cool demonstrations. Cub Scouts can earn two Nova awards including the technology-themed Tech Talk Nova.
- Boy Scout STEM Week (July 22-28) gives Scouts over 40 Merit Badges or Novas to choose from. Participants will enjoy cool STEM and camping activities in the evening including the U.S. Navy's underwater robots!
- STEM on CAMPus is a unique "camp" experience where Boy Scouts get a taste of college life. Sleep in the dorms, eat in the dining halls, and have fun each evening with a variety of activities including campus rec center nights! Scouts have the opportunity to earn up to six Merit Badges or NOVAs at each camp. Southeast Missouri State University June 3-6 and University of Missouri-St. Louis June 6-9.
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Orienteering Festival
Navigate your way to Beaumont Scout Reservation for the annual Orienteering Festival March 24. Competition course is score orienteering format with 30 controls. A non-competitive beginner's (map hike) course will also be available that meets the Boy Scout First Class navigation requirement.
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Catholic Cub Day
Experience how Scouts around the world live out their faith during Catholic Cub Day at Kenrick-Glennon Seminary on April 7. The event is $10 per participant. For more information,
click here.
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Learn Fishing Basics at Angler Education Day
Angler Education Day is April 14 at Hixson Middle School. This event aims to educate and introduce youth to the various aspects of fishing. More than 30 interactive stations will be available. Cub Scouts can earn requirements toward advancements and Boy Scouts can earn requirements toward merit badges. Attendance is free but participants are asked to register here.
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27th Annual St. Louis Eagle Scout Association Golf Tournament
Golfers of all skill levels are invited to the course for the 27th annual St. Louis Eagle Scout Association golf tournament. This four-player scramble takes place at Old Hickory Golf Club on Monday, April 16. Revenue generated from the tournament is used to fund improvement projects at council camps.
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Explore Venturing
Is your Crew looking for its next campout, activity, and recruiting event? Are your older Scouts interested in learning more about Venturing and experiencing high adventure? Bring a Venturing-aged friend or sibling for a weekend of activities and fellowship at Explore Venturing at Camp Warren Levis April 27-29. Tons of activities and a luau Saturday night will keep the fun going all weekend long. Register now.
Are you looking to become more engaged in Venturing? Join us at the next VOA meeting Thursday, March 22 at Missouri Baptist Medical Center Auditorium 1 & 2 (3015 N Ballas Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63131) at 7 p.m.
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Few Spots Remain In Powder Horn Course
During the Powder Horn weekend course, participants will learn about, and in some cases experience, activities such as shooting sports, climbing/rappelling, caving, flag folding/retirement, trek planning, wilderness first aid, sailing, orienteering, religious services, STEM, and much more. This course is designed to motivate and prepare adult and youth leaders (ages 16-20) to provide their unit with a variety of safe high-adventure activities. The next course is April 26-29 at Beaumont Scout Reservation.
Reserve your spot now.
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Save The Date: Council Annual Recognition Dinner | May 16
Each year, we honor a class of Silver Beaver Award recipients during the
Council Annual Recognition Dinner. Please save the date for our 2018 event scheduled for May 16 at the Gateway Center in Collinsville, IL. The 2018 Silver Beaver class will be announced soon!
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Merit Badge Skill Centers
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Choose Your Summer Camp
Register By 11:59 p.m. on April 2 to save $10-$20 on camp!
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Boy Scouts of America, Greater St. Louis Area Council | 314-361-0600 | stlbsa.org
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