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From One Cub Scout Parent To Another

Dear Fellow Scout Parent, I bet you’re looking forward to summer, aren’t you? And I know why…*queue the flashing lights and sirens*…SUMMER CAMP! It’s time to turn off the TV, stretch out your arms and spin around in an open field. Go ahead and sing while you’re at it. Louder! Come on, we’ve all earned […]

A Scout is Reverent

Ramadan 2021 in United States began in the evening of Monday, April 12 and ended in the evening of Wednesday, May 12 and the Alamo Area Council would like to share a bit of information about the holiday in an article published April 6, 2020 on Scoutingwire.org A Scout is Reverent In our “A Scout […]

Bounce Up To Boerne

The Boerne Cub Day Camp 3-day fun-filled event packed with learning and fun themed around exploring adventures through time. Activities include crafts, games, and camping skills dating from early 20th century. Make your own rope, camp tools with lashings, and even super yummy ice cream! Take a look to the future and learn how these […]

Najim Foundation Sustains Adventure for Marginalized Children in SATX

The Najim Charitable Foundation made a strong commitment to children when it began in 2007 and has been holding to it ever since. On the Foundation’s website, you’ll note the core values of the foundation, and you will see why the Alamo Area Council is but one of the Non-Profit Organizations in the area supported […]

Did You Know…?

Last Saturday, the Alamo Area Council’s dedicated Commissioners met at Mays Family Scout Ranch to prep and plan for summer and fall. A host of topics covered included how to support unit leaders and the goals to bring the Adventure of Scouting to more youth in and around San Antonio through stronger Roundtables, and the […]

Where ‘da Tigers At?

…Answering the call of Adventure! Tiger Cub Scouts are new Scouts entering the First Grade in the Fall of 2021. Tiger Day Camp is a special 2-day Day Camp just for you and your adult partner at McGimsey Scout Park, Saturday and Sunday, (June 5th and 6th) from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Join us […]

Calling ALL Incoming Kindergartners!

Is your son or daughter about to enter Kindergarten in the Fall of 2021? Well, get ready for your first big outdoor adventure as Lion Cubs! Evening with Lions is for newly recruited Lion Scouts and their parents. On Saturday, June 5 at 4:00 pm, bring your tennis shoes, swim suits, and water bottle to […]

Texas Female Eagles Highlighted

Roughly a thousand girls across the country have made history this year by becoming some of the first in the nation to earn the rank of Eagle Scout through the Boy Scouts of America. The radio program, Texas Standard, Highlights the inaugural female Eagles, in an article, “North Texas Young Women Among First In The […]

Fiesta District Welcomes Its New District Chairman

Welcome, Brian! You may see his happy smile around, but he’s more than joyfull! Brian Willeford is a devoted individual, who enjoys government and innovation of politics, connected to communications and social media within the modern age. His work experience within the community started back in 2017, with SMWBE Analyst for Outreach Coordinator for Bexar […]

Two Troops Team Up to Sell THOUSANDS of Campcards

After a year of sheltering in place, the Scouts BSA Girls Troop 518 and the Scouts BSA Boys Troop 518, teamed up to make sure this summer happens…and happens big! The two Troops have already sold out of the 2,000 Campcards and stopped by the Service Center to pick up another thousand. “We just wanted […]

Summer Camp COVID-19 Guidelines & Answers to Common Questions

The Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) met last week to provide the Alamo Area Council direction for participation for 2021’s summer camps. As a youth-centered organization, our goal is always follow the Scout Oath and Law, and to Do Our Best. That includes assisting our volunteers and families to do the same. The Alamo Area Council […]

The Easiest Way to Support Scouting

I’ve been part of Scouting for years, and it wasn’t until talking with Courtney Bukowski, the Chief Development Officer for the Alamo Area Council, that I learned of AmazonSmile. Have you heard of it? Well, let me tell you, I’m kicking myself for not utilizing it sooner. As a busy mom of two young kids, and […]

Fiesta District Gives a Shout Out to Walmart

Eroy Burns, Scout Service Executive for the Fiesta District, would like to thank these Walmart stores for supporting Scouting within the Fiesta District. As we get ready for summer camp and events, the thrilling experiences our kids look forward to would not be possible without the financial support of generous folks like these. We’re honored […]

Alamo Area Council Response to Coronavirus COVID-19 As of April 30th, 2021

Resident Camp COVID Protocols – Including Scout BSA Summer Camp, Akela Adventure Camp, and NYLT Day Camp COVID Protocols – UPDATED 5/6/2021 Unit Transportation and Tenting Update: Parents may approve their youth carpooling and tenting with another scout for a unit campout/summer camp. This discussion needs to be had prior to the event so that […]

Now Hiring!

The Alamo Area Council has an immediate opening for a part-time Scouting Relations Professional at the Scout Service Center located in Castle Hills. Join our team making a difference in the lives of San Antonio’s youth and their families! We are looking for someone to staff the welcome desk weekdays from 12-5pm (about 20-hours/week). Be […]

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