Digital Duffle Bag


February 13, 2012   

News for Scouting leaders, parents,
and the communities we serve 

COUNCIL SERVICE CENTERS
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.

West County Service Center
11481 Page Service Dr.
St. Louis, Mo. 63146-3529
Phone: (314) 994-9469
FAX: (314) 994-9623
Hours: Monday through Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Ritter Service Center-Cape Girardeau
3000 Gordonville Rd.
Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63703-5008
Phone: (573) 335-3346 or (800) 335-3346
FAX: (800) 269-7989
Hours: Monday through Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Southern Illinois Service Center-Herrin
803 East Herrin St., Herrin, Ill. 62948-0340
Phone: (618) 942-4863 or (888) 942-4863
FAX: (618) 942-2367
Hours: Monday through Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
June through August: Monday through Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Giving
 
Memorials
 
The Greater St. Louis Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, is a United Way agency.
United Way
Greetings!
Iceberg for aquatics
An example of the floating iceberg.


Remnants of snow and ice will be a part of this year's summer camp experience.

Sort of.

As heat indexes climb over 90 degrees on Nims Lake at the S bar F Scout Ranch in June and July, Scouts will be able to cool off by scaling an iceberg. The floating iceberg is just one of the new activities that will be available for Boy Scouts attending a week of summer camp at the S bar F Scout Ranch.

Inflatable iceberg  | MegaGadgets
Watch inflatable iceberg video
But it doesn't end with the floating iceberg.

Future issues of the Digital Duffle Bag will unveil more new programs and activities for 2012. Put these dates on your calendar to prepare for camp:

Special Camps Offer Fun, Excitement   

A Scout rappels at the S bar F Scout Ranch.
The Council offers specialty summer camps for Boy Scouts, Explorers and Venturers. Click on the links below to learn more:

Horse Camp: Highlights include horseback riding, swimming, skeet shooting, rappelling and campfires at Beaumont Scout Reservation.

Ranger Program: Experienced Scouts can experience the wilderness on the east side of the S bar F Scout Ranch during a week of camp. New: Three merit badges will be offered.  

Catholic Adventure Week: Have fun and grow in your faith during this summer camp at the Swift Base.




Day, Overnight Camping For Cubs

Cubs learn about history during a 2011 Cub Adventure Camp.
Your Scouts can take part in a variety of outdoor experiences throughout the summer.

Cub Adventure Camp is a day camp experience for Cubs to attend with their den. Camps are located throughout the council. Scouts can enjoy a week at Grizzly Adventure Camp at Beaumont Scout Reservation's Cub World. Two weeks are available.

Dad & Lad and Mom & Me are overnight camps. Contact your Cubmaster or den leader to see when your unit is going.

Webelos can enjoy a mini-camp or week-long experience. Contact your Cubmaster or den leader to see when your unit is going.

Deliver the promise of fun and adventure that was made to each of your Cub Scouts. Learn more at cubcamping.stlbsa.org.



Funding For Camps, Programs
New!
Camp Cards: This new program successfully raised thousands of dollars in other councils so Scouts could attend camps. Camp cards offer discounts at
2012 Camp Card Example
An example of the Camp Card.
several local retailers. Each Camp Card is sold for $5. The unit keeps 50 percent and 50 percent goes to the council. Unit funds can help every Scout attend summer camp. The Council's portion covers the cost of production, securing sponsors, promotional materials and provides funding for camping and training programs. Read more... 

Friends of Scouting:
Our annual fundraising campaign is in full swing. Thanks to all who are responding generously to the Family Friends of Scouting campaign. Units meeting participation and contribution levels during Friends of Scouting presentations will receive free rank advancement badges for one full year.  Read more...

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Invitations: Scouts are invited to visit attractions or take part in various programs throughout our community. Many organizations offer Scouts free or reduced-cost programs.
Opportunities to Serve: Nonprofit and charitable organizations welcome collaboration on service projects with units.