2022 GSLAC Summer Camp Guide

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guide to an extraordinary summer At summer camp, Scouts have fun youth-led adventures discovering new things and experiences they won’t get anywhere else. Camp is the perfect place for kids to be kids, immersed in nature while developing leadership and critical thinking skills.

Make It Your Best Summer Ever.

Summer camp is the best of part of Scouting and kids will find dozens of activities to suit their interests at one of the Greater St. Louis Area Council camps.

Cub Scouts can spend a day or up to five nights at summer camp. Scouts BSA and Venturers have six unique camps to choose from as well as several specialty camps that offer even more unique programming.

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VIEW CAMPS We’ve taken extra safety precautions and setup all new procedures to help keep Scouts safe all summer long.

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WHY SUMMER CAMP; A SCOUT PARENT’S GUIDE A parents guide to the “Why” of camp beyond the FUN! *Based on a survey at 92 randomly selected camps and more than 5,000 families from around the country participated.

What kids say

What parents say

Camp Nutrition Camp helped me make new friends. (96%)

My child gained selfconfidence at camp. (70%)

Camp helped me to get to know kids who are different from me. (93%)

My child continues to participate in some of the new activities he or she learned at camp. (63%)

The people at camp helped me feel good about myself. (92%) At camp, I did things I was afraid to do at first. (74%)

My child remains in contact with friends made at camp. (69%)

Former campers report they learned an appreciation for “living in the moment” during their time at camp.

Our menus provide nutritionally balanced meals with regional and traditional favorites that will have your scout applauding! All meals are designed for proper nutrition requirements by Jara Bauer, Kandle Dining’s Director of Nutritional Services. She is a Licensed Registered Dietitian and a Certified Diabetes Educator. Jara and her staff are available to talk with parents to determine an individualized meal plan.

If you have any food allergies, be sure to fill out a food allergy form during the registration process.

Summer camps, even day camps, are in a separate time and place than a camper’s home environment, as an opportunity for learning during activities and reflection time.

Nature-based summer camps are great opportunities to celebrate ways kids connect to the outdoors and help them identify with the importance of nature and the value of preserving the environment.

Summer camp experiences foster social-emotional learning that connect campers with skills to thrive in college, career, and in adulthood.

Summer camp build skills necessary to prepare youth to assume roles as successful adults. Parents and campers, report growth in self-confidence, independence, making friends, exploring and learning new activities. Indeed, summer camp provides growth experiences for youth that can benefit them through adulthood. *A note about the survey: A generous grant to the American Camp Association from Lilly Endowment Inc. helped support the largest research study of camper outcomes ever conducted in the United States.

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CUB SCOUT DAY & EVENING REGISTER CAMPS SUMMER 2022 For girls and boys, Scouts and non-Scouts, ages 7-11 (or 6 years old and entering 1st grade- must be accompanied by an adult partner)

Join us this summer for an incredible camping experience with safe COVID prevention and health and safety standards and spots will be limited to comply with safety measures.

If you have questions regarding Cub Scout Summer Camps, please contact camping@stlbsa.org.

For more informaiton, view the Frequently Asked Questions.

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Why Cub Scout Summer Camp? » Your Scout will make new friends. » Help kids get to know otherswho are different from themselves. » Help your Scout gain self-confidence. » Give kids a safe environment to master things they were scared to do at first. » Introduce your Scout to new activities and interests that continue after camp.

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Summer camp is why kids sign up for Scouts! Day and evening camps are a great place to have fun, build memories, learn new skills/hobbies in a safe, educational environment. There are dozens of local opportunities to choose from. Specific activities vary from camp to camp, but all include healthy, fun outdoor activities and STEM.

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Here’s what you’ll need for day and evening camps: Completed health forms (parts A and B) Closed-toed shoes Water bottle Lunch/snack (unless at Grizzly Camp) Swimming gear

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ARCHERY · SCIENCE PROJECTS · GAMES · BB GUNS · CRAFTS · HIKING FISHING · SLINGSHOTS

In YOUR neighborhood! Over 34 day camps will occur this summer across our entire

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Activities centered around our theme, Crazy, Cool Chemistry plus the summer classic (archery, fishing, hiking, games, scout skills) Use our interactive map to find the best one for you.

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CUB SCOUT OVERNIGHT REGISTER CAMPS SUMMER 2022 For girls and boys, Scouts and non-Scouts, ages 7-11 (or 6 years old and entering 1st grade- must be accompanied by an adult partner) Overnight summer camps are a Scout’s favorite place to have fun and adventure! These camps range from 1-5 nights, are held at Scout properties, and are a safe, educational, and fun experience for all Cub Scout ages and ranks.

Your Scouts will enjoy outdoor adventure like swimming, hiking, camping, archery, and much more while earning advancements and awards and making lifelong friends and memories.

ARROW OF LIGHT CAMP (WEEK-LONG FOR 4TH AND 5TH GRADERS) Camp May at the Beaumont Scout Reservation - High Ridge, MO June 12–17 | June 26–July 1** Swift Base at S-F Scout Ranch - Knob Lick , MO July 17 - 22

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Camp May

» Swimming » Campfire night with skits and songs » STEM activities » Huck’s Cove » Nature activities Water Park » Scout skills » Bouldering » BB guns & archery » Fishing » Hiking » BB guns &archery » Boating » Meet our horses

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Camp May at the Beaumont Scout Reservation - High Ridge, MO June 23–26 | July 10–13** Rhodes France Scout Reservation - Pana, IL: July 28–July 31

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Pine Ridge Scout Camp - Makanda, IL: July 21–24

FAMILY NIGHT CAMP- FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY Camp May on the Beaumont Scout Reservation - High Ridge, MO June 18 - 19 | July 2- 3

Camp May at the Beaumont Scout Reservation - High Ridge, MO June 19 - 22, | July 7 - 10 | July 14 - 17**

Camp Warren Levis - Godfrey, IL : June 25-26

Camp Warren Levis - Godfrey, IL June 9 - 12 | June 16 - 19, | June 30 - July 3

Camp Famous Eagle on the S bar F Scout Ranch - Knob Lick, MO : July 16-17

Pine Ridge Scout Reservation - Makanda, IL: July 17 - 20 Rhodes France Scout Reservation - Pana, IL: July 21 - 24 ** Indicates Provisional Camper Option Available 6

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Sample Food Menu

BE PREPARED FOR SUMMER CAMP

BREAKFAST: Pancakes, cereal, eggs, sausage links, fruit, french toast LUNCH: Sandwiches, hot dogs, pizza, or chicken strips served with various sides such as mac n’ cheese, fruit salad, veggie sticks, plus a dessert option, too– yum!

DINNER: BBQ chicken, hamburgers, or pasta served with sides such as salad, green beans, potatoes, rolls, and as always– dessert!

CLICK HERE TO MAKE A SPECIAL DIET REQUEST

Pine Ridge » Swimming

How to pack for camp.

» Campfire night » STEM » Nature » Scout skills » BB guns » Archery » Fishing » Patrol cooking

View the camp manuals for more detailed information about each camp.

Rhodes France » Swimming » Campfire night » STEM » Nature » Scout skills

» Swimming » Fishing » Campfire skits & songs » STEM & nature

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» Scout skills

» Archery

» BB guns & archery

» Hiking

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older Cub Scouts » Sports and field day

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Learn more about a Scout tent, but feel free to bring your own!

For more informaiton, view the Frequently Asked Questions.

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SCOUTS BSA REGISTER CAMPS SUMMER 2022

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For girls and boys ages 11-17.

Units have six summer camps to choose from in the Greater St. Louis Area Council. Each camp offers unique programs with fantastic customer service. Flip to the next page for our specialty camps that youth can attend individually.

If you have questions regarding Scouts BSA Summer Camps, please contact camping@stlbsa.org.

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CAMP GAMBLE CAMP MANUAL

Camp Gamble » Camp Gamble, on the S-F Scout Ranch, sits on the north shore of the 270+ acre Nims Lake and features a traditional, patrol-method cooking dining style. Scouts can participate in programs like water skiing, shooting sports, kayaking, small boat sailing, standup paddle boards, STEM activities, competitions, rock climbing, and Huck’s Cove Water Park!

CAMP DINING  Special diet request?

No problem! We can accomodate any dietary restrictions or food allergies.

Please fill out this form prior to camp.

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Session 1: June 12–18 Session 2: June 19–25 Session 3: June 26–July 2 Session 4: July 3 - 9

Session 5: July 10–16 Session 6: July 17–23

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Rhodes France Scout Reservation » This 640 acre camp in Central Illinois features 13 campsites, 2 lakes, and an outstanding shooting sports area. Other features of the camp include an inground swimming pool, canoeing, rowing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboards. Special programs offered include STEM- related merit badges, BSA Pistol Safety and Marksmanship Program, a great First-Year Scout Program, and much more!

Session 1: June 12–18 Session 2: June 19–25 Session 3: June 26–July 2

Session 4: July 10–16

CAMP FAMOUS EAGLE CAMP MANUAL

Camp Famous Eagle » Home to Leadership Hall, a state-of-the-art dining hall facility, Camp Famous Eagle provides all of the great programs that the S-F Scout Ranch is known for. Campers will enjoy the 270+ acre Nims Lake, renowned for its water sport activities and great fishing. STEM activities, shooting sports, a great 1st year camper program, and game nights are just a few of the programs that Famous Eagle has to offer.

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Session 1: June 12–18 Session 2: June 19–25 Session 3: June 26–July 2 Session 4: July 3–9

Session 5: July 10–16 Session 6: July 17–23

Camp Lewallen » Camp Lewallen is nestled in the Ozark Plateau in the shadow of Mt. Logan. This beautiful, dining hall-style camp sits along the St. Francis River and includes programs like all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), shooting sports, top-of-the-line rock climbing complex, river float trips, and STEM activities. Troops will also get to compete during the Wednesday Water Carnival and try their hand at cooking competitions!

Session 1: June 12–18 Session 2: June 19–25 Session 3: June 26–July 2

Session 4: July 10–16

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REGISTER VENTURING CAMPS SWIFT HIGH ADVENTURE BASE For young men and women ages 14-20.

One of four camps on the 3,500+ acre S-F Scout Ranch, Swift High Adventure Base is the region’s premier Venturing Summer Camp facility. Summer camps at Swift are also open to Explorer Posts and older Scout Patrols.

Individuals (provisional) are also welcome to attend!

The Ranch’s 270-acre Nims Lake serves as the focal point with water skiing, sailing, fishing, canoeing,

swimming, water tubing, sun bathing, and kayaking. One of the highlights of the lake is our very own water park, Huck’s Cove.

Huck’s Cove features two waterslides, rope swings, zip lines, inflatables and more!

For questions regarding Venturing Summer Camps, please contact camping@stlbsa.org.

CLICK HERE FOR THE CAMP MANUAL >> Swift will feature two weeks of Venturing-specific summer camp and each week has its own theme.

EARTH AND WATER  JUNE 12-18

Come check out the adventure during this week where we add sailing instruction and races, additional water sports, exploration of the Ranch and and other nearby places by land and water. Some of the programs include sailing enhancements, float trips on nearby streams, and historic hikes.

WIND AND FIRE  JULY 10-16

If you have questions regarding Venturing Summer Camps, please contact camping@stlbsa.org.

This week will be filled with explosive reactions as we expand the shooting sports options, check out the science of explosions, cooking challenges, and emergency preparedness such as CERT. We plan to have an Exploring presence with a fire post as well as the CERT program present. Offsite visit might include the Fredericktown Fire and Police training site.

Aquatics Swimming Canoes StandUpPaddleBoards Sailing (Aquafin) Catamarans Water Skiing Tubing Kneeboarding Huck’s CoveWaterpark 10

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Shooting Sports .22 Rifle Shotgun Archery Airsoft Triple Shot Cowboy Action Pistol (.22 and 9mm) Sporting Arrows

High Adventure High/Low Challenge (COPE) Course Rock Climbing / Rappelling Mountain Bikes Equestrian Programs Mountain Boarding BackcountryOvernights

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SCOUTS BSA & VENTURING SPECIALTY CAMPS REGISTER For girls and boys ages 11-17.

Try something new this summer with one of our specialty camps. Each session has a select focus and unique activities.

Eagle Trail

» Held at Beaumont Scout Reservation, Eagle Trail Camp is designed to give Scouts a helpful boost along their path to Eagle. » A unique experience where Scouts work with counselors on three Eagle-required badges and the Life-to-Eagle process for an entire week, » Participants must have reached the First Class rank by the start of the workshop. This is not an overnight camp.

AUGUST 1ST-4TH 4:45PM-5:20PM CHECK-IN, 5:30PM-

STEM on Campus

» STEM on CAMPus is a unique “camp” experience where Scouts get a taste for college life! Sleep in the dorms, eat in the dining halls, and have fun each evening with a variety of activities including campus rec center nights!

JUNE 5-8 AT SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY JUNE 8-11 AT UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI ST. LOUIS

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» National Youth Leadership Training is a six-day course that delivers training in a troop and patrol outdoor setting with an emphasis on immediate application of learning in a fun environment.

Interconnecting concepts and work processes are introduced early, built upon, and aided by the use of memory aids, which allows participants to understand and employ the leadership skills much faster.

CAMP SAKIMA: JUNE 12–18 | JUNE 19–25 | JULY 10-16 CAMP WARREN LEVIS: JULY 24–30 SUMMER CAMP 2022

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STEM Week

» The Ranger Program is a one-of-a-kind, backcountry camping adventure. Scouts spend the week backpacking to various outpost campsites across the 3,500+ acre S-F Scout Ranch. Activities can include blacksmithing, challenge courses, wilderness survival skill practice, black powder rifle shooting, fishing, canoeing across the 270 acre Nims Lake, and more! » Designed for youth age 14 or older, or in their 4th summer of camp, the Ranger Program is also a great preparation opportunity for a trek at Philmont Scout Ranch.

» STEM Week is an extraordinary experience for Scouts full of many Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics-based merit badges and over-the-top activities in addition to all the great outdoor activities that Camp May provides, including a brand new climbing tower, swimming pool, and shooting sports. » Afternoon and evenings will include other fun STEM programs and exhibits to experience.

JUNE 12 - 18 | JUNE 19 - 25 | JUNE 26 - JULY 2

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Catholic Adventure

» Join us for a week to camp, live, and grow in your faith. The Greater St. Louis Area Council’s Catholic Committee is providing a great faithbased program at Camp Famous Eagle on the S-F Scout Ranch. Scouts will also get to enjoy all of the traditional aspects camp offers, including water sports on Nim’s Lake, rock climbing and rappelling, horseback riding, and a wide range of merit badge opportunities.

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Horse Camp

» Spend a week at an advanced riding camp cantering around the trails of the over 2,300 acre Beaumont Scout Reservation! Play games in the riding ring, take trail rides to the highest points of the property, and show off your advanced skills at the Cavalcade show at the end of the week. Other activities can include rock wall climbing, shooting, swimming, cavalcade training, ropes course, campfires, and more. » Designed for youth at least 13 years old and completed the 8th grade or older.

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BEAUMONT SCOUT RESERVATION In Southwestern St. Louis County sits 2,400 acres of wooded, rolling hills and adventure called the Beaumont Scout Reservation. This multiuse property is located just off Highway 44 at the Beaumont-Antire Road exit.

Beaumont Scout Reservation offers countless activities and facilities for Scouts, featuring Cub World, Nagel Base (home of the council’s horses), cabins, a climbing tower, mud cave exploration and a swimming pool.

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S BAR F SCOUT RANCH For over 50 years, S bar F Ranch has been providing the ultimate in Scouting experiences.

One of the foremost Scout facilities in America, the ranch features 5,200 wooded acres that includes Nim’s Lake, a 270 acre swimming, boating and fishing facility at the heart of the property. Scenic Little St. Francis River runs throughout the entire property.

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PINE RIDGE SCOUT CAMP Tall pines, abundant wildlife, Little Grassy Lake, wild flowers, and beautiful sunsets make Pine Ridge Scout Camp an excellent location for Scouts. This 150-acre camp is nestled in the heart of the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge and located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest along the shore of Little Grassy Lake, southeast of Carbondale, Ill. The Shawnee River Trail, the Crab Orchard and Panthers Den Wilderness all surround the lakes of this refuge giving Scouts unbelievable outdoor resources at their disposal.

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CAMP LEWALLEN Located in Southeast Missouri, in the shadow of Mt. Logan, is Camp Lewallen, 580 acres of first-rate Scouting experience. Lake Potashnick and the St. Francis River provide Scouts with endless water-based activities while the hundreds of acres of forest provide Scouts and their units with the ultimate camping environment.

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RHODES-FRANCE SCOUT RESERVATION Rhodes-France Scout Reservation (RFSR) is located south east of Pana, IL and is 640 acres of Scouting paradise. With two lakes, an in-ground swimming pool, excellent shooting sports facilities, and a well-stocked trading post, Scouts will never be short of things to do.

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CAMP WARREN LEVIS Camp Warren Levis, located just north of Alton IL offers 285 acres of outdoor fun, including climbing boating and fishing on a wellstocked private lake, a swimming pool in the summer months, and plenty of camping and hiking opportunities.

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