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March 26, 2009
To supplement, not replace, the Duffle Bag newspaper |
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Outdoor Training Helps Cub Leaders Succeed, Grow
Leader Outdoor Experience is a supplemental training for all Cub Scout leaders. They receive instruction in providing a well-rounded program for youth members both indoors and outdoors. It teaches leaders to take their dens and packs outdoors with confidence in their abilities to provide a meaningful and memorable experience. More...Download A Course Registration Form (PDF) |
MacArthur Service Center
4568 West Pine Blvd. St. Louis, Mo. 63108-2179 Phone: (314) 361-0600 or (800) 392-0895 FAX: (314) 361-5165 Hours: Monday through Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Click on the links below for service center information:
West County Service Center
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The Greater St. Louis Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, is a United Way agency.
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 The St. Louis Cardinals baseball club, 10-time World Champions, is recognizing units that recruit new Scouts throughout the year. Your unit can attend a select game by holding an open house. Here are the available games:
- Tuesday, April 7 at 7:15 p.m. vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates
- Tuesday, April 21 at 7:15 p.m. vs. the New York Mets
- Tuesday, May 5 at 7:15 p.m. vs. the Philadelphia Phillies
- Tuesday, June 2 at 7:15 p.m. vs. the Cincinnati Reds
Download Cardinals and Spring Recruiting Form (PDF) for more information.
There are many resources available in this newsletter and on the council website that will make your unit's spring and summer programs memorable and successful. Please contact us if we can be of any assistance. --Greater St. Louis Area Council,
Boy Scouts of America
Friends Of Scouting
 A six-minute Friends of Scouting video is available that simplifies your unit's presentation and tells the Scouting story. Your presenter can assist you with audio/visual resources to play the DVD. ( Click here or on the graphic to watch the video on YouTube.)
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Take A Virtual Tour Of Summer Camp
Click on the button above to begin a virtual tour of all the Council's summer camps.
2009 Summer Camp Manuals
Webelos, Boy Scout and Venture leaders can download manuals from the website at the following links:
Plan to attend the preview meetings:
Boy Scout summer camp: Saturday, April 18, at Camp Lewallen and Beaumont Scout Reservation.
Webelos Camp and Mini-Camp: Saturday, May 9, at Beaumont.
Special Summer Camps
Visit the camping section of the website for more information. We're committed to making our summer camp experiences the highlight of your Scout's summer. Contact us if we can be of any assistance.
Plan For Cub Adventure Camp
 What does nearly every Cub Scout like? Creepy, crawly creatures! The theme for Cub Scout Adventure Camps is "Bugs, Slugs and Venus Flytraps!" Two- and three-day Adventure Camps are $45 per Scout. Four- and five-day Adventure Camps are $50 per Scout. Scouts can save $5 if fees are paid before Camper Savings Day, May 1. Packs are encouraged to register as a group instead of submitting many individual registrations. Read more... Grizzly Adventure Camp is a Council-sponsored adventure camp for Cub Scouts at Cub World at the Beaumont Scout Reservation. This year's theme is "Historical Happenings." Two sessions will be held, July 6-10 and 13-17. Read more...
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 National Youth Leadership Training Develops Multiple Skills, Talents In Youth
This week-long course provides youth leaders with an opportunity to enhance their leadership skills while living by the Scout Oath and Law in an exciting outdoor environment. Boy Scouts who earn the NYLT shield are prepared to meet the challenges ahead and are better prepared to work with adult leaders. More...
 Wood Badge Training Helps Leaders Contribute In Multiple Ways
This advanced training course is for all Scout leaders. Two courses will take place this summer, one in May at Beaumont Scout Reservation and the other in August at Pine Ridge Scout Camp. Download A Course Application (PDF). | |
National Features Three Council Stories
The Greater St. Louis Area Council is featured prominently on Scouting.org: Value of Scouting: The photo essay and interviews tell the story of how the Scouting for Food Good Turn started in our council. It was produced during last year's collection day.
Report to the Nation: Jack O'Neill, National Chief of the Order of the Arrow, and Amanda Vogt, National Venturing President, are both from our council and presented the BSA's Annual Report to President Barack Obama and other top government officials.
Cubcast: The March Cubcast (podcast) has a feature on how special needs children can participate and thrive in Scouting. Jane Grossman, a longtime member of the council's special needs committee, is interviewed. |
Leader Tip:
Tiger Cub Game: Guess What?
 Materials: Paper or plastic bag that cannot be seen through; a variety of small tools that are used in different professions: plastic toy hammer, child's small sand rake, calculator, test tube, miniature schoolbook, etc. Have all of the items in the bag. One at a time, Tiger Cubs reach in without looking in the bag and pull out the first item they touch. Have them tell of a career that would use the item (there may be multiple careers that use the same item). Other boys may add to the discussion. Continue until all Tiger Cubs have had a chance to participate.
Source: Cub Scout Program Helps, March 2009 (PDF)
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Parent Tip:
Dealing With Sibling Rivalries, Quarrels
When siblings learn how to resolve conflicts at a young age, they grow up to regard each other not only as brothers and sisters but as the closest of lifelong friends. Read more...Source: Scouting Magazine, October 2000 |
Quick Clicks
Invitations: Many organizations are inviting Scouts to various indoor and outdoor events. More information from the St. Louis Zoo, Science Center, Powder Valley Nature Center and Wetlands For Kids Day at Busch Wildlife can be found on the Invitations page on the website. Many organizations offer Scouts free or reduced-cost programs. Opportunities to Serve: Nonprofit and charitable organizations welcome collaboration on service projects with units. View the Opportunities to Serve page on the Council website for more information. | |
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