We hope you're having a safe and enjoyable summer.
There's plenty of warm weather remaining before school starts, but it's time to start preparing for the upcoming program year. See the stories below about program planning and fall recruitment.
Tens of thousands of Scouts enjoyed many outdoor programs this summer. From Cub Adventure Camp to Boy Scout and Venturing camps, Scouts experienced safe, fun, meaningful and memorable activities. All were possible because of the dedication and commitment of thousands of adult volunteer leaders.
We thank you for helping our Scouts grow in countless ways.
--Greater St. Louis Area Council,
Boy Scouts of America
Help Scouts Finish Merit Badges Started At Council Summer Camps
Do you have Boy Scouts in your troop who didn't finish one or two requirements to complete a merit badge at summer camps? The
Eagle Scout Association will hold its annual Merit Badge Make-Up Day to help Scouts complete those badges on Saturday, Aug. 4, 9 a.m. to noon, at Beaumont Scout Reservation.
Show 'N' Deliver Your Popcorn This Year
Customers can receive popcorn products immediately through the new Show 'N' Deliver feature of this year's popcorn sale.
Orders for Show 'N' Deliver are due Sept. 10. Online orders begin Aug. 1.
Click here for details and the full timeline...
Did you know... Popcorn sent 300+ Scouts to camp this summer.Program Planning Is The 
Key To Fun And Learning Completing three tasks in August and September can put your Scout unit in high gear for the program year.
- Plan Your Unit's Program: Gather your key leaders and plan your activities for the year. Download the 2012-13 Program Guide for calendars, program and facility information. Distribute the plan to current and prospective parents of Scouts.
- Recruit New Youth Members, Leaders: Nothing builds enthusiasm and momentum better than a successful School Night to Join Scouting. (See Fall Recruiting story below.)
- Plan A Successful Fundraiser: Selling Trail's End Popcorn can provide your unit with the funds necessary for a successful program. Need information on how to make sure your unit is financially strong? Read more...
Invite Boys - And Girls - To Join Scouting, Venturing 
