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Greetings!
Of all the council's accomplishments in 2010, the most noteable may be the 603 young men who earned the rank of Eagle Scout. The number is the highest in the council's history.
 | | Andrew Schneider addresses the Eagle Scout Class of 2010. |
Eagle Scouts from the Class of 2010, their parents and Scoutmasters gathered at the Emerson Center at Beaumont Scout Reservation on Sunday for the annual Eagle Reception, sponsored by the Eagle Scout Association. You can watch Andrew Schneider's address to the Class of 2010 by
clicking here or on the graphic.
What does this accomplishment represent to our Scouts, parents, leaders and community? We'd like your thoughts on this question. Please visit the Duffle Blog and contribute to the conversation by leaving your comment.
--Greater St. Louis Area Council,
Boy Scouts of America
 | | Ronald S. Green |
Green Named Scout Executive
David L. Steward, council president and chairman of the selections committee, announced that Ronald S. Green will be the council's 10th Scout Executive in its 100-year history. He previously served as Scout Executive in Columbus, Ohio.
Read more...
The Importance Of Scouting, Friends of Scouting
The annual Friends of Scouting campaign provides the council with more than 29 percent of its operating budget.
 What does this mean to our Scouts? We asked them as part of our campaign video.
Click here to watch the video...
Unit Rank Advancement Incentive
Units meeting participation and contribution levels during Friends of Scouting presentations will receive free rank advancement badges for one full year. Read more...
Merit Badge Resource Centers
 Several merit badge resource centers are scheduled for the winter months. One of the most popular is the "Kids Around the World" Citizenship in the World Badge Fair.
When: Jan. 22 or Feb. 12; 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Scouts need only to attend one full day.)
Where: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church in St. Louis County
Contact: For more information or to register call 636-541-1025 or e-mail kidsaroundtheworld@hotmail.com
Cost: $16 per Scout
Some prior advanced work is required to attend. Citizenship in the World merit badge counselors will be at the fair. Featured presenters will be from the American Red Cross, United Nations Association, and Citigroup. A nursing student from Korea will discuss what life is like in her country. Boy Scouts interested in working on this badge will have the chance to listen to and speak with the presenters.
Work Progressing On Water Treatment Plant
 | | The new water treatment plant under construction at the S bar F Scout Ranch. |
Construction is under way on a new water treatment plant at the S bar F Scout Ranch. The new plant will be located near the water tower at Swift Base and replaces the original plant, which was located nearby and was scheduled for replacement. Construction is on schedule for the plant to be completed and online before the summer camp season.
University Of Scouting On Saturday, Jan. 22
Everyone can learn something new or interesting at the University of Scouting
on Saturday, Jan. 22, at Fox High School. Information on all aspects of the Scouting program can be gathered at this one-day conference. Here are a few new classes that will be offered:
- Basic Packmaster software training
- Internet safety for youth
- The 7 habits of highly successful troops
- Social networking online
- PowerPoint workshop
Boy Scouts can attend classes. There are separate "colleges" for Venturing (youth and adults), unit commissioners, and for leaders serving Scouts with special Needs. Plus, there are classes on high adventure programs, such as Philmont and the Florida Sea Base. The cost is $20 for adults, $10 for youth and includes lunch.
Download a University of Scouting Registration Form (PDF)
Download University of Scouting Class Descriptions (PDF)
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