Summer camp in 2016 is not that far away. Register now for Boy Scout, Venturing, and Webelos week-long summer camps. Don't be left out! Sign up today! 

No matter your role in Scouting, University of Scouting offers classes to help you take your Scouting program to the next level. From beginner courses to advanced classes, U of S offers the widest variety of training opportunities, in all program areas, all in one place!

Reduce your out-of-pocket expense for summer camp through the Camp Card program. Each Camp Card sells for $5, with 50% commission for the unit, and contains snap-off coupons and special deals from area vendors in the St. Louis metro area, southern Illinois, and southeast Missouri.

Learn how to operate a safe shooting sports program. Upcoming courses include Basic Instructor Training (Jan. 30), Range Safety Officer Training (Jan. 16), and Basic Pistol Training (Feb. 6).

The highest recognition bestowed upon an adult volunteer by a Boy Scout council is the Silver Beaver. Is there someone in your unit or district worthy of such an honor? For a nomination form, click here. Nominations are due Feb. 1.

Thanks for helping us recognize the great accomplishments of volunteers in the Greater St. Louis Area Council!

Don't just attend the 2017 National Jamboree. Serve as a leader! Email your Scouting resume to contingent leader Ron Gjerstad or staff advisor Tony Fouts. Apply today! Interviews will be scheduled soon.

The Council Advancement Committee has approved the adoption of the National "blue card" for merit badge record keeping, replacing the current "white cards." The remaining inventory of "white cards" will be sold at Scout Shops until depleted. The "blue card" is also available at all Scout Shops. Both versions of merit badge cards will be accepted indefinitely. Learn more.

	MERIT BADGE SKILL CENTERS -- Upcoming merit badge skill centers include Truck Transportation (Jan. 9), Citizenship in the World (Jan. 16 or Feb. 20), Horsemanship (March 10, 12, 19, April 2), Plant Science (Jan. 16), Railroading (Jan. 23), and Scuba Diving (Feb. 17).
	POWDER HORN -- This outdoor high-adventure resource management course is offered every other year. The next Powder Horn courses are scheduled for April at Beaumont Scout Reservation and May at S bar F Scout Ranch. Click here to register.
	COUNCIL HISTORY BOOK -- Special holiday pricing is available for "The Spirit Within." This edition of the council's history from 1976 to 2012 is a 110-page, full-color, hardbound book containing hundreds of photos and stories of the past 35 years. Order your copy today for $35.