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February 23, 2015
Boy Scouts can participate in the new All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety and Training Program beginning this summer at Camp Lewallen! Held in conjunction with the ATV Safety Institute and Polaris, this program is for youth ages 14 and older. During the course, Scouts learn how to safely and properly operate and maintain an ATV as well as participate in trail rides.

Watch for more information coming soon! And see what else you can do at  summer camp...

What's Happening...
More STEM For You
What's new in STEM activities? Learn how a dragster can go so fast, and then try your hand at building and racing your own motorized dragster model at the next Bricks4Kidz workshop on March 7. Microsoft badge workshops are ongoing through March, and April brings a full day of STEM for Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts. Visit the STEM activities page to learn about these great programs and more.
2nd Week Discount At Summer Camp
It's back! Attend a Greater St. Louis Area Council Boy Scout or Venturing Summer Camp and get a second week at $160 -- a $100 savings -- at one of the following camps: Boy Scout Summer Camp, Eagle Trail Camp, STEM Camp, Ranger Camp, Venturing Camp, and Catholic Adventure Camp. Read more or register now!
Charter Organization Rep Training
Learn about the important role of a charter organization representative on March 30, 6:30 p.m., at Parkway Northeast Middle School. The course trains these valuable leaders to help their programs achieve their full potential. All adult Scouters are welcome. Preregister by March 27. For more information, contact Bruce Levitt. Register or read more...

ESA Golf Tournament
Help maintain the high quality of GSLAC camps by supporting the 24th Annual St. Louis Eagle Scout Association Golf Tournament on April 20 at Old Hickory Golf Club. If you don't golf, sponsor a hole or donate a raffle prize! Revenue generated funds improvement projects at our four camp properties. For more information or to assist the golf committee, contact Jeff Kendall. Read more...
News Briefs

MAP & COMPASS TRAINING -- Leaders, get trained to take your troop through the map and compass program at Beaumont Scout Reservation. Register here.

CHALLENGE COURSE/CLIMBING INSTRUCTOR RE-CERTIFICATION TRAINING -- Make sure your Challenge Course or climbing instructor card is up to date. Register here.


SPECIAL CAMP STAFF REUNION -- Sept. 4-6 -- If you or someone you know is a former GSLAC camp staff member, get on the list to receive the latest reunion info by emailing gslacalumni@gmail.com with your current address, email, phone number, and camps you have worked. Also "Like" and follow the GSLAC Camp Staff Alumni Group on Facebook.
Merit Badge SashMERIT BADGE SKILL CENTERS -- Upcoming merit badge skill centers include Horsemanship, Law, Pets, Railroading, Scuba Diving, and Stamp Collecting.
CAMPERSHIPS -- Lack of funds should not keep a Scout from going to camp. Camperships provide assistance. Download an application  here.
Greater St. Louis Area Council, Boy Scouts of America | 314.361.0600 | 800.392.0895
4568 West Pine Blvd. | St. Louis, MO 63108
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