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THE FUTURE OF SCOUTING IN GSLAC As you’ve probably heard in the news recently, the national Council, Boy Scouts of America has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. We understand news like this brings a lot of questions and uncertainty, and we want to reassure our members and the community of the Greater St. Louis Area Council’s health and wellbeing. Only the national organization has filed. Local councils – which provide programming, financial, facility and administrative support to Scouting groups in their communities – are not part of the filing. Councils are legally separate, distinct and financially independent from the national organization. We want to be clear that Scouting will continue throughout this process and for many years to come. Regular Pack and Troop meetings, activities, camp, council events, and other Scouting adventures and countless service projects will take place as usual.   In fact, 2019 was a fantastic year for the Greater St. Louis Area Council. We served 47,000 youth, including 24,425 Cub Scouts, nearly 11,000 BSA Scouts and over 12,000 youth in various outreach programs. Almost 30,000 merit badges were earned, over a third of which came from STEM-based activities that inspire our children to excel in math and science. These activities range from the study of space to the conservation of soil and water here on Earth.   And while earning badges is a definite source of pride for us, we’re even more proud of our contributions to the community. Our biggest campaign of the year, Scouting For Food, brought in 1,970,766 items of food to help those in need. And we logged over 149,000 hours of service to the local community, continuing to prove Scouting benefits our neighbors as well as our children.   So again, Scouting isn’t going away, and for the Greater St. Louis Area, it’s only getting stronger. If you’re thinking of donating to the STLBSA, be confident your money is going into programs that will continue to improve the lives of our youth and our community. And for those considering joining the Scouts as a member or volunteer, know we are well-equipped to accept and welcome you into this 110-year old leadership development and character-building program. For questions, contact Dave Chambliss, Director of Marketing at dave.chambliss@scouting.org or 314-256-3030.

NYLT NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training) is an exciting, action-packed program designed for youth to learn and practice the leadership skills that will help them succeed in Scouting and in life. This course is not like summer camp in that it is not designed for rank advancement or earning merit badges. NYLT is an intense and challenging hands-on leadership training program. Register Now

EARN MONEY FOR SUMMER CAMP It's not too late to participate in the Camp Card sale! Camp Cards sell for $5 and Scouts earn 50% commission. This money can be used to help pay for summer camp, program equipment, registration, or any other Scouting program. The sale ends April 10! Read More

CHOOSE YOUR CAMP EXPERIENCE One of the greatest gifts you can give a child is a sense of success and achievement. Camp teaches kids how to be active participants, ask questions, ask for help, and try new things. CUB SCOUTS Cub Scouts can choose from day or evening camp, overnight camp and family camp! At summer camp, kids get away from electronics to enjoy the great outdoors while learning new skills and earning advancement and awards. >> Register For Cub Scout Camp SCOUTS BSA With four first-class properties and dozens of activities to keep kids busy all summer, no two weeks of summer camp are the same! In addition to traditional weeks of camp, Scouts BSA can choose from several specialty weeks with a focus on subjects such as STEM, horsemanship, outdoor survival and more! >>Register For Scouts BSA Camp CAMP BEYOND MERIT BADGES O lder Scouts, Explorers and Venturers can enjoy their own unique camp this summer at Swift High Adventure Base. This unique program offers high adventure, shooting sports, aquatics, and horsemanship as well as evening programs such as campfires, dances, volleyball and crazy competitions. >>Register For Swift High Adventure Base

FREE ADULT ZIPLINE ADVENTURE Sunday, March 22 Beaumont Scout Reservation Registered parents and leaders are invited to join us for this free event. Our trained staff will keep you safe as you glide along our 600-foot zipline in the trees! Dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. Two time slots available– 1 and 3 p.m. Register Now SCOUTFEST 2020 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN ScoutFest 2020 is coming to Forest Park in St. Louis October 2-4, 2020. Expected attendance at this regional Scouting camporee is 20,000 people across one weekend in Forest Park! ScoutFest 2020 is open to the whole family, including Cub Scouts, to camp overnight in St. Louis’s iconic park. Attendees can now complete their registration started during pre-registration or start a new registration. Register

Any Scout family, Pack, or Troop wanting to attend our free advancement workshop should RSVP to Khary.floyd@scouting.org .

ADVANCEMENT WORKSHOPS (CSAW/BSAW) Saturday, March 14 Beaumont Scout Reservation Leaders and parents, help for your Scout, Pack, or Troop is here! FREE Cub Scout and Scouts BSA Advancement Workshops are a great resource when you need experienced, helpful, and friendly guidance. These workshops are perfect for Cub Scouts of ALL levels (Lion, Tiger, Wolf, Bear, Webelos, Arrow of Light). We also have qualified Merit Badge Counselors on site who can provide guidance to Scouts BSA and answer questions. Plus, lunch is provided at no charge. Register

PARENT & PAL April 24-26 Camp Warren Levis Parents, it's time to make memories with your Scouts as they catch their first fish, hit their first bullseyes, and explore the adventure and fun of the outdoors during this Parent and Pal weekend! Join us April 24-26 at Camp Warren Levis for adventures in Sherwood Forest.   Learn more and register CERTIFIED ANGLING INSTRUCTOR TRAINING March 27-29 Camp Joy Why should youth have all the fun in Scouting? Leaders and parents, have you ever wanted to: learn more about fishing? teach life skills to Scouts? share your passion of fishing with others? spend quality time fishing with your child? Did you answer “yes” to one or more of these questions? Read on… or should we say “Fish-on.” Sound “fishy” to you? Take the bait and register for our special weekend workshop where you'll l earn basic fly-fishing skills and how to teach them to others. Register

Discussing the Coronavirus With Kids Scout parents, looking for a way to discuss the Coronavirus with your family? Follow the 3 steps below and help take away the anxiety your son or daughter may be be feeling about this situation. Make the "Zine" (like magazine). Click HERE to download and print the Zine paper. Watch the YouTube video HERE on how to fold a Zine. Watch the corresponding YouTube video HERE called Just for Kids: Exploring the Coronavirus (5:23).

CUB SCOUT CAMP PLACEMATS Looking for a fun way to decorate your upcoming Blue & Gold Banquet? Order your FREE Cub Scout camp placemats! These fun resources have difference versions for each region of the council and include maps and information unique to each district for cub camp promotion. Read More SPECIAL NEEDS AWARENESS TRAINING Saturday, April 4 Camp Warren Levis This new training offers something for all ages. There will be activities for Cub Scouts, Disabilities Awareness Merit Badge for Scouts BSA and adult classes for leaders and parents. Attend this training with professionals in the fields of Special Needs and Education for the opportunity to learn how to provide the best services for every Scout. Register

STEM CAMP Cub Scouts get their own STEM week at Camp NOVA , July 20-23 at Cub World! Earn two Novas and participate in fun, outdoor STEM learning.  For Scouts BSA, STEM Week (July 19-25) is an extraordinary experience where Scouts attend one merit badge or NOVA class each day. Afternoon and evenings include other fun STEM programs and exhibits. STEM on CAMPus is held at local universities where Scouts sleep in dorms, eat in dining halls, and have fun evening activities including campus rec center nights! Scouts have the opportunity to earn up to six merit badges or NOVAs. Register

We have STEM summer camps for Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA!

DEN CHIEF TRAINING March 14 Beaumont Scout Reservation A den chief is a Scout who assists a den leader at meetings and Scouting events. A valuable source of guidance, skills, songs, and games, the den chief encourages Cub Scouts and shares their enthusiasm for Scouting. Den Leaders who currently have or are interested in having den chiefs should also attend. This training, which includes an adult session, will help you understand how to utilize the den chief role and understand the assistance this Scout can provide you. Register 2021 NATIONAL JAMBOREE July 21-30 Summit Bechtel Reserve, West Virginia It’s important to signal that the limits people perceive are self-imposed, and that with an embrace and application of the 12 points of the Scout Law and three points of the Scout Oath, there is a bright and positive future. Participants in the 2021 National Jamboree will learn that character is created when you achieve more than you thought possible. Learn More

CATHOLIC CUB DAY April 18 Beaumont Scout Reservation All Cub Scouts and Webelos are invited to Catholic Cub Day which includes games, crafts, patch and lunch. Register

MERIT BADGE SKILL CENTERS Horsemanship - March 12, 14, 21, 28 | Scuba Diving - March 18 | Truck Transportation - March 28 | Personal Fitness - April 4 | Pets - April 11 | Genealogy - April 18 | Chess - April 25 | NESA Advancement Day - May 2 | Fishing & Fly Fishing - May 3 | Wildlife Management - May 3 |

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