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History Book
 The Spirit Within covers the Greater St. Louis Area Council's history from 1976 to 2012 with more than 400 photos and a DVD. Order your copy here.
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 Wrap up the summer with STEM Camps for Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts! Scouts have fun with science, technology, engineering, and math while enjoying the amenities of Beaumont Scout Reservation. Cubs work on the new belt loops and NOVA awards; Boy Scouts work on STEM-based merit badges.
Boy Scout STEM Camp (overnight) is July 26-Aug. 1 (note that the Summer Duffle Bag calendar is incorrect). Cub Scout STEM Twilight Camp (evenings) is July 27-30.
Click to register: Boy Scouts | Cub Scouts |
Sleep Under The Stars At WWT Soccer Park
 Watch the St. Louis Football Club soccer team in action on Aug. 8 at World Wide Technology Soccer Park in Fenton -- and then stay for a campout on the field! Scouts will enjoy a snack and movie after the game as well as breakfast Sunday morning. Click here for tickets.
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Become A Better Leader Through Wood Badge
Ever wonder what those wooden beads are around some Scouters' necks? They are Wood Badge beads! Wood Badge is Scouting's premier training course and it is where adult Scouters can learn by DOING. Members in the course are formed into patrols and troops. The entire troop lives outdoors as Scouts do for two weekends camping, cooking their own meals, and practicing Scout skills.
The next Wood Badge course is Aug. 14-16 and 28-30. Click here for more information and to fill out an application.
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Build Relationships With Den Chief Training
The Den Chief Program is a key means of building relationships between the Cub Scout pack and the Boy Scout troop. A den chief is a Boy Scout who assists a den leader at meetings and other Scouting events.
The next Den Chief Training is Aug. 22 at Beaumont Scout Reservation. Click here to learn more or sign up.
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Relive Moments At The Ranch With History Book
 To commemorate the 50th anniversary of S bar F Scout Ranch, a story has been written entitled "And Hills to Roam -- The History of the S-F Scout Ranch." The book contains 190 full-color pages with more than 575 photos, maps, and images. Stories tell the amazing history of one of the largest and finest Scout camps in America. A companion DVD includes a documentary, vintage camp promotion videos, and additional maps and images. Purchase your copy here.
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Reduce Out-Of-Pocket Costs For Summer Camp '16
 Selling popcorn is a great way to fund your unit's annual program. Money raised by units have been used to cover the cost of badges and advancement, special events, and pack and troop equipment. Not only do units benefits from selling popcorn, but these sales also benefit the council by providing better programs and camping facilities.
The 2015 popcorn sale kicks off Sept. 1. Visit the Popcorn page for details and upcoming trainings.
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| SPECIAL CAMP STAFF REUNION -- Sept. 4-6 -- 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 SKILL CENTERS -- Upcoming merit badge skill centers include Law, Public Health, Railroading, and Scuba Diving.
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| SERVICE HOURS -- Has your unit performed any community service lately? Don't forget to log your hours! They count as valuable points towards Journey to Excellence. Looking for service projects? Click here.
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| PROGRAM GUIDE -- This annual booklet has everything you need to know about the coming program year to help plan exciting activities for your Scouts or Venturers. Stop by a GSLAC service center for a copy or download it here.
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Visit our Flickr page to see photos from events around the council!Greater St. Louis Area Council, Boy Scouts of America | 314.361.0600 | 800.392.0895 4568 West Pine Blvd. | St. Louis, MO 63108 christine.dieckmann@scouting.org | stlbsa.org The Greater St. Louis Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, is a United Way Agency.
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