February 24, 2014     

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

Quick Links

Like us on Facebook     Follow us on Twitter     View our videos on YouTube     View our photos on flickr  

 

BSA | Council  

    

District News 


Learning for Life
Special Needs
Venturing


Council Service Centers 
MacArthur Service Center 
4568 West Pine Blvd. 
St. Louis, MO 63108-2193 
Phone: 314-361-0600 or
800-392-0895 
FAX: 314-361-5165 
Hours: Monday-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-Friday, 
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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

Southern Illinois Service 
Center 
803 East Herrin St., Herrin,
IL 62948-0340 
Phone: 618-942-4863 or
888-942-4863 
FAX: 618-942-2367 
Hours: Monday-Friday, 
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; 
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 
June-August, Monday-
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30
p.m., closed Saturday 
 

 

Giving  

 

The Greater 
St. Louis Area Council, 
Boy Scouts of America, 
is a United Way agency. 
null  
 

There is only ONE WEEK LEFT to get a discount for many of this summer's camps! Don't wait till the last minute!
   Every Scout wants to go to camp, so why not save money in the process? Sign up for camp by Monday, March 3, and instantly earn a discount of up to $15. With new specialty camps for Boy Scouts, new theme weeks for Venturers, and more program offerings for Cub Scouts, there really is something for everyone. Click here to find a camp today!


St. Louis Ambush Indoor Soccer Hosts Scouts This Thursday
Beat the cold by heading inside to watch the St. Louis Ambush in action. The Ambush, St. Louis' professional indoor soccer team, hosts a special Scout Night on Thursday, Feb. 27, at 7:35 p.m. when it faces the Missouri Comets at The Family Arena in St. Charles. Tickets are $10. Order tickets here or call Brian Roth at 636-922-2255.


Go To Summer Camp For Free
We are just days away from the start of the 2014 Camp Card sale, and it's not too late to participate. If your Scout(s) would like to earn money for camp or equipment, order your cards online now.
   Sell Camp Cards for just $5 each. With immediate $5 or more discounts for places such as Shop 'N' Save, Dick's Sporting Goods, Bass Pro Shops, and Six Flags, the card more than pays for itself. Best of all, Scouts get to keep $2.50 from every card sold! Read more...


Summer Camp Has Something
For Everyone -- And More

Summer camp is much more than hiking, swimming, fishing, and crafts. With new programs such as STEM, Fish Camp, and Eagle Trail Camp, there is something new and exciting for every Boy Scout, Cub Scout, and Venturer. Get information on these camps and more on our council camping page.
   And there's more! Want to save up to $15 on select summer camps this year? Camper Savings Day is March 3 -- just one week from today! Discounts apply to Cub day/twilight camps, Grizzly Camp, Webelos and Webelos-Mini Camps, Boy Scout Camp, Eagle Trail Camp, Fish Camp, Horse Camp, Ranger Program, Swift Base, and National Youth Leader Training.
   *Register by end of business day Monday, March 3 (5 p.m.) or mail your registration (postmarked on or before March 3) to get your discount! Read more...


Save The Date For Eagle
Recognition Dinner
It's still months away, but add it your calendar now! The annual Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner is on Wednesday, May 14, at the Chase Park Plaza. New Eagles from the Class of 2013 will be honored as well as special guests David and Thelma Steward. Read more...
   Eagle Scouts planning to attend the dinner should fill out and submit an Eagle Project Summary by May 2, 2014.


Start Planning For 2015
World Jamboree
It's always a good idea to plan ahead, so set your sights on Japan in 2015! Join Scouts from all over the world at Kirara-hama, Yamaguchi, Japan for the 23rd World Scout Jamboree July 28-Aug. 8, 2015. The Greater St. Louis Area Council contingent will be forming soon. Read more...


Upcoming Merit Badge Centers:
Get the details and sign up here.
  • Horsemanship, March 15, 22, 29 (all required) (note the change in number of sessions from 4 to 3) 
  • Stamp Collecting, March 22

Important Notes:
S bar F Scout Ranch 50th Anniversary
Plans are in motion to publish a history of S bar F Scout Ranch, to be released in September 2015 for The Ranch's 50th anniversary. The commemoration committee is seeking short stories and photos from those who attended an event at S bar F. Submit stories and digital images to [email protected]. For more information, email Tim O'Donnell. Read more about The Ranch...


Quick Clicks
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.