What's SUP at camp this summer?

SUPs!

SUP stands for stand-up paddle board. They're approximately 11 feet long and similar to a surf board.

You can start out by paddling with your hands while laying on your stomach. Then, you can progress to kneeling and standing as you paddle. They're popular on both coasts, especially for shallow-water navigation and viewing fish and other aquatic life.

On Friday, the council's Executive Board approved a small fleet of SUPs for Camp Lewallen and the S bar F Scout Ranch. Late last week, we mailed a postcard to each registered Boy Scout in the council with photos of the SUPs, the floating iceberg and other activities we're planning for this summer at camp.

So, let's get ready for summer camp!

Stand-Up Paddle Board Instruction

Make sure these dates on your calendar to prepare for camp:

• March Roundtable Meetings: Council summer camp manuals distributed 
• Saturday April 14: Summer Camp Preview meetings during Shawnee Lodge Spring Conclave at Beaumont Scout Reservation and Anpetu-We Lodge Spring Reunion at Pine Ridge Scout Camp.
• Tuesday, May 1: Pay summer camp fees by this day to receive a discount.

Horse Camp, Ranger Program and Catholic Adventure Week at Swift Base also offer fun and exciting summer camp experiences.

 

Variety Of Camping Programs For Cubs
Cub 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.

Wood Badge is advanced training for adult leaders in Scouting. It develops contemporary leadership skills so they become effective Scout leaders. The first of two courses in 2012 will be held on weekends in May and June. Read more...  





National Youth Leadership Training: helps Boy Scouts and Venturers develop communication, teamwork, planning and organizational skills. There will be five one-week courses this summer, including a week of Pack & Paddle for Boy Scouts and Venturers over age 14.  Read more...





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. The weekends are April 28-29 at Beaumont Scout Reservation and May 5-6 at Camp Lewallen. Read more...

Camp Cards: This new program successfully raised thousands of dollars in other councils so Scouts could attend camps. Camp cards offer discounts at

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: 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...

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.