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T I GE RS ,CU BS ,First Scouting Step:TigerTPinewood Derbyigers is an exciting introduction to the Scouting program for first‑grade (or7‑year‑old) boys and their adult partners. This program is intended to openup the world to inquisitive minds along with the caring guidance of adults.To advance in Scouting, Tigers, Cub Scouts, and Webelos earn their ranksthrough a series of adventures. Upon completion, adventure loops for uniformbelts are awarded to Tigers and Cubs, and pins to those working on Webelosand Arrow of Light ranks. Activities are designed to incorporate characterdevelopment, participatory citizenship, personal fitness, outdoor adventure,and leadership development.For more information about Tigers and other ranks in Scouting, contactyour district executive, and see page 6 for the path of advancement.photo by Ron JenningsDay One Gives Cubs Their Own Day At CampAll Cub Scouts and theirdayone.stlbsa.orgfamilies are invitedto a special day held atseveral locations throughoutthe council to see whatCub Scouting is all about.Cub Scouts, their siblings,and parents are invited to DayOne to experience some of the many fun activities and programsthat Cub Scouts participate in.Ask your Scout: Would you like to. Shoot a BB gun? Walk through a labyrinth? Climb aboard a pirate Blast paint balls out of aship?slingshot? Go on a wagon ride? Cook over a real fire? Make cool art projects? Climb a wooden monkey Get your first Scoutbridge? Ride at horse at Beaubadge?mont? Launch a bottle rocket? Make your own rope?Cubs can do all that in one day at Day One! Cost is 10 eachper Cub Scout and sibling.Day One is on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Beaumont Scout Reservation and other locations throughout the council.Cub Scout Day One atBeaumont Scout ReservationThe Trading Post (the camp’s onsite gift shop) will have afood concession and be open for souvenirs too!For more information and locations, visit dayone.stlbsa.org.Cub Scout Day OneSaturday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beaumont Scout Reservation & other locationsActivities are ongoing, so families can come any time of the day.42015-16 Greater St. Louis Area Council Program Guide

&WEB E LO S2015 Fall Fright FestSaturday, Oct. 10 3:30 to 9 p.m. Cub World, Beaumont Scout ReservationOctober’s Fall Fright FestOffers Fun, Goblins, & MoreThis annual event for Cub Scouts, their parent(s) orguardian(s), and sibling(s) uses the outstanding facilities ofCub World for an evening of enjoyable activities. Included arecrafts, a haunted trail, and story telling. Each youth participantreceives a goody bag.Capacity for Fright Fest is 1,000 Cub Scouts. Cost is 10 eachper Scout and sibling. Car‑pooling is encouraged. Entry to theFright Fest area is first‑come, first‑served, so be sure to checkyour confirmation letter for assigned starting time — it may bedifferent from the time you requested.Reservation deadline is Oct. 5. If capacity is reached prior toOct. 5, reservations will be closed — sorry, no walk‑ins.Visit scoutingevent.com?FallFrightFest for more informationand to register.photo by Ron JenningsWhere can you find a stormtrooper, a Darth Vader wannabe,and a zombie all in the same place? At Fall Fright Fest!This Cubdidn’t expectto find a ghoulhiding at the topof Fort Hussman.photo byChristine HummelEvery Cub madehis own slimeto take homeat last year’sFall Fright Fest. photo by Christine HummelSummertime Is Fun Time For Cub ScoutsPlan to give the members of your packa quality Cub Scout program in thesummer months and earn the NationalSummertime Pack Award too.A boy registers for a year and deservesa full year of Cub Scout fun and activities. Having a summer program keeps apack healthy, parents interested, and CubScouts eager to register for another year.Your pack must qualify before dens andindividual Cub Scouts may be recognizedwith the Summertime Pack Award.All the pack must do is plan andconduct a monthly pack activity for June,July, and August. The ultimate goal is tokeep your pack together and to do thingsVisit stlbsa.org for the latest news in local Scouting.during the summer whenboys have plenty of freetime.After conducting these three activities, the pack qualifies for the pack award.Download the application from stlbsa.org/achievement, complete the information,and submit it to any council service center.5

A DVA N C E M E N TScouts Grow As They Advance In RankAdvancement is theprocess by which youthmembers of the Boy Scoutsof America progress fromrank to rank. During activities completed for advancement, the Scout, Venturer,and Explorer: Experience personalgrowth. Learn by doing. Progress at their ownrate. Are recognized oftheir ability — not justachievement — withawarding of the badge. Work toward Scoutingideals.Cub ScoutsOn the advancement trail,Cub Scouts follow this path:Bobcat — required of allEagle is the highest rankCubs as first stepa boy can earnTiger — age 7 or in first gradein Scouting.Wolf — age 8 or completed first gradeBear — age 9 or completed second gradeWebelos — age 10 or completed third gradeArrow of Light — highest rank in Cub ScoutingBoys must earn the Bobcat rank prior to starting the Tigerrank. The requirements for the Bobcat rank are in the TigerHandbook.The Bobcat badge of rank is worn on the uniform just underthe button of the left‑hand pocket. The Tiger badge is positionedjust below the Bobcat badge when the Scout earns it. The Wolfand Bear badges are placed side‑by‑side just below the Bobcatbadge.The Arrow of Light Award is the only Cub Scout badge thatcan be worn on the Boy Scout uniform when a boy graduatesinto a troop. Adult leaders who earned the Arrow of Light Awardwhen they were young may also show their achievement bywearing a special square knot on their adult uniform.Boy Scout Merit BadgesDuring the program year, the council offers several merit badgeskill centers, and merit badge make-up days are held to assistScouts complete badges started at summer camp. In addition,some districts hold their own skill centers. Details about districtmerit badge centers can be found on individual district pages atstlbsa.org.For the latest information on council merit badge skill centers, visit ��up Day & MBU Help Scouts Complete Merit BadgesBoy Scout Merit Badge Make-Up Day and Merit BadgeUniversity help Scouts complete merit‑badge work that theystarted at summer camp or other times of the year.The Eagle Scout Association sponsors the annual MeritBadge Make‑Up Day on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016, at BeaumontScout Reservation. More information is given to Scoutmasters atcouncil summer camps and can be found in the Duffle Bag andat stlbsa.org/advancement or stlesa.org.Collections merit badge at MBUMerit Badge UniversityAlpha Phi Omega–Beta Psi Chapter hosts the Merit BadgeUniversity on Feb. 20 at Southeast Missouri State University.Registration packets are provided to Scoutmasters in the fall.For more information, visit stlbsa.org/advancement.62015-16 Greater St. Louis Area Council Program Guide

S PEC I ALScouts With Special NeedsHave Many OpportunitiesPrograms and resources are offered within the councilfor Scouts with disabilities or needs requiring specialservices. Scout leaders are encouraged to include Scoutswith disabilities into regular units where appropriate.Children with learning disabilities, hearing or visionimpairments, mild to moderate intellectual disabilitySpecialor developmental delay, orNeedsorthopedic handicaps canCollegeoften participate satisfactori2016ly in regular Scouting units.includesrole‑playNon‑disabled Scouts cancourses, hands‑onbenefit from the experienceexperiences, andof working and playingmanynew learningwith special Scouts, and theopportunities.council will help facilitatethese opportunities.Mark your calendarfor Jan. 23!NE E DS&S TE MSTEM Helps Prepare ScoutsFor Today And The FutureSTEM stands for science, technolstem.stlbsa.orgogy, engineering, and mathematics — disciplines that are consideredby many to be the foundation of an advanced society. In manyforums — including political, governmental, and academic — thestrength of the STEM workforce is viewed as an indicator of a nation’s ability to sustain itself.To engage youth members in science, technology, engineering,and mathematics, the Boy Scouts of America created program initiatives that emphasize STEM in the context of the current advancement programs.The BSA’s STEM initiative gives Scouts an opportunity toexplore relevant skills and experiences and to be recognized fortheir achievements. The aim is to expose youth to new opportunitiesand help them develop the STEM skills critical for thecompetitive world marketplace.Adult TrainingThe Special Needs Training Team can provide information, guidance, resourcesand support to Scouts and leaders regarding physicaland social disabilities that may hinder a youth from fullparticipation in the Scouting program.Services provided include presentations at Universityof Scouting, Roundtables, camporees, and other trainingopportunities; presentations on a unit level, providinginformation on a specific topic and rank advancement;parent‑Scouter conferences; and a leader mentor program.Topical resource materials available include A.D.D.,bullying, autism/Asperger’s, asthma, diabetes, Down’ssyndrome, epilepsy, and hearing, motor, speech, or visualimpairment.CommitteeThe council Special Needs Committee is committed toproviding leadership and information to help Scouts withdisabilities and their unit leaders by offering: guidance in unit issues and information for assistantdistrict commissioners. tips on how to have a successful camping experience. resources for youths with special needs to advance inthe Scouting program. training at council, district, and unit levels. advancement information.For more information about Special Needs Scouting,call Julie Monken at 314-256-3052.STEM Universityphoto by Bruce LevittNOVA & SUPERNOVA AwardsCub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturers can earn NOVA and SUPERNOVA Awards by completing individual activity elements invarious STEM topics structured for each Scout’s level. These topicsare designed to encourage participation and to increase interest inSTEM by making it relevant and fun.By engaging our council with STEM, we are creating a brighterfuture for all and staying ahead of the curve on technology.Visit stem.stlbsa.org for more information and resources.Check out all the STEM events in the calendar, pages 36-48!Visit stlbsa.org for the latest news in local Scouting.7

VENTU R I N GP ROGRAMWhat Is Venturing?Venturing is a youth development program of the Boy Scouts of Americafor young men and women who are 14(or have completed the eighth grade)through 20 years of age.Venturing’s purpose is to providepositive experiences to help young peoplemature and to prepare them to becomeresponsible and caring adults.Venturing is based on a unique and dynamic relationship between youth, adultleaders, and organizations in their communities. Local community organizationsestablish a Venturing crew by matchingtheir people and program resources to theinterests of young people in the community. The result is a program of excitingand meaningful activities that helps youthpursue their special interests, grow, develop leadership skills, and become goodcitizens.GoalsYoung adults involved in Venturing will: Learn to make ethical choices overtheir lifetimes by instilling the valuesin the Scout Oath and Law. Experience a program that is funand full of challenge and adventure. Become a skilled training and program resource for Cub Scouts, BoyScouts, and other groups. Acquire skills in high adventure,sports, arts and hobbies, religiouslife, or Sea Scouting. Experience positive leadership fromadult and youth leaders with opportunities to take on leadership roles. Have a chance to learn and grow in asupportive, caring, and fun environment.MethodsThe aims of the Boy Scouts of Americaare to build character, develop citizenship, and foster personal fitness. The Venturing methods listed below have beencarefully designed to achieve the aims ofthe Boy Scouts of America and meet theneeds of young adults.Leadership. All Venturers are givenopportunities to learn and apply provenleadership skills. A Venturing crew is ledby elected crew officers. The Venturing2015-16 SCHEDULEFall Fun Rally8For information about becoming a Venturer, startinga Venturing crew, or sponsoring a Venturing crew,call 314.361.0600 or 800‑392‑0895.venturing.gslac.orgLeadership Skills Course is designed forall Venturers and helps teach them in anactive way to lead effectively.Group Activities. Venturing activitiesare interdependent group experiences inwhich success is dependent on the cooperation of all. Learning by “doing” in agroup setting provides opportunities fordeveloping new skills.Adult Association. Youth officers leadthe crew and, with activity chairs, workclosely with adult leaders in a spirit ofpartnership.Recognition. Recognition comesthrough the Venturing advancement program and through the acknowledgementof a youth’s competence and ability bypeers and adults.The Ideals. Venturers are expectedto know and live by the Scout Oath andLaw, promising to be faithful in religiousduties, treasure their American heritage,help others, and seek truth and fairness.High Adventure. Venturing’s emphasis on high adventure helps provideteam‑building opportunities, new meaningful experiences, practical leadershipapplication, and lifelong memories.Teaching Others. All Venturingawards require Venturers to teach whatthey have learned to others. By doing so,Venturers are better able to retain the skillor knowledge taught, gain confidence intheir ability to speak and relate to others,and acquire life‑long skills in a hobby oroccupation.Fall Fun Rally Sept. 25-27 Beaumont Scout Reservation Don’t miss the excitement of the rally! It’s a full weekendwith specialty events: horseback rides, rock climbing, dances, inflatable obstacle course, rifle range, displays, and competitions.Scouting for Food Saturday, Nov. 21 Local Fire Stations Help staff collection sites during the largest one‑day fooddrive in the St. Louis area.Mobile Lock-in Friday, Jan. 15 St. Louis area Come join the council’s Venturing Officers Association for aVenturing Lock‑in at a St. Louis area location to be named. There will be plenty of activities, excitement, and food.Amazing Race Saturday, March 19 location to be announcedCelebration Dinner May 26, location to be announced Don’t miss this great evening, which honors Venturers andadult volunteers for outstanding achievements.Other Activities Year‑round: rock climbing, camping areas/cabins, sailing and canoeing, horseback riding, rappellingtower, high ropes and challenge course; summer camp at Swift Base2015-16 Greater St. Louis Area Council Program Guide

COM M UNIT YMulticultural MarketsDelivers To All YouthThe Greater St.Louis Area Council CSAW/BSAWphoto byis committed to provid- Bruce Levitting Scouting programsto all youth who wantit.The mission of theGreater St. Louis AreaCouncil MulticulturalMarkets program is toensure Scouting programs can be deliveredand meet the needsof diverse economic,cultural, and ethnicpopulations in all communities of our council.The objective of theMulticultural MarketsDepartment (formerlyScoutreach) is to deliver a traditional Scouting program toyouth in urban and rural areas by tailoring the program to meetthe needs of individual communities, while continuing to promote a quality Scouting program to existing areas.Multicultural Markets is also about pooling communityresources in an effort to: Create awareness in the community. Foster partnerships with other organizations in the community. Develop independent, self‑perpetuating local Cub Scoutpacks, Boy Scout troops and Venturing crews. Increase the involvement of Hispanic, Vietnamese, Bosnian, Asian, and African American communities.Through Multicultural Markets, the council provides thefollowing programs: Program Aides — Part‑time council employees responsible for organizing and rebuilding units in the St. Louisarea. CSAW/BSAW — Cub Scout and Boy Scout AdvancementWorkshops are designed to provide a quality program toyouth who might not otherwise have an opportunity to experience Scouting. Seven sessions are held per school year.Volunteer district partners help deliver the program. Camperships — The council provides financial assistanceto Scouts who need help attending camp on our properties. Factory Second Uniforms — Low‑cost uniforms areprovided to Scouts and leaders needing assistance.For more information about Multicultural Markets, contactKhary Floyd at 314‑256‑3082 or khary.floyd@scouting.org.Visit stlbsa.org for the latest news in local Scouting.SScouting For FoodGood Turn Is SetFor Nov. 14 & 21couting for Food is one of the most exciting and rewardinggood turn projects ever developed by a local Boy Scout council. It is an event that captures the attention of all the council’smembers, as well as the general public. It is also an event that is ameaningful program opportunity for all units and youth members.Distribution of collection bags to homes takes place on Saturday, Nov. 14, followed by collection on Saturday, Nov. 21, ofbags containing canned goods, which will be delivered to designated collection areas.All Cub packs, Scout troops, Varsity teams, Venturing crews,and Explorer posts are invited t

May 15, 2015 · Cub Scout Program Planning: Cub Scout Leader Book, Chapter 24, pages 24-1 to 24-13 Boy Scout Program Planning: Scoutmasters Handbook, pages 79-84 Venturing: Venturing Leader Manual, pages 45-50 Cub Scout and Boy Scout Program Helps . 2 2015-16 Greater St . Louis Area