Sioux District GSLAC

06/11/2026

📣 Important Membership Renewal Update

Scouting America has announced that the current membership lapse period will be phased out and will end on **December 31, 2026**.

🔹 What Is Changing?

The lapse period has allowed members a short grace period after their renewal date before their membership becomes inactive. As Scouting America moves toward a simpler and more consistent renewal system, this lapse period will gradually be reduced and then eliminated.

📅 Key Dates

✅ Members with an **October 2026** renewal date will be the last to receive the full **two-month lapse period**.

✅ Members with a **November 2026** renewal date will receive a **one-month lapse period**.

✅ Members with a **December 2026** renewal date will receive **no lapse period**.

Beginning in September 2026, new and renewing units will use the standard charter fee plus pro rata fees through February 2028.

📅 Beginning January 1, 2027, members must be current in their registration to maintain active status.

Unit leaders, committee members, and families should begin planning ahead to ensure memberships are renewed on time and there is no interruption in participation, advancement, or registration status.

More information will be shared as Scouting America continues implementing its simplified membership and renewal processes.

06/09/2026

The Cape Girardeau Scout Service Center and Shop will be closed again today due to illness.

06/09/2026

06/08/2026

The Ritter Scout Service Center
in Cape Girardeau will be closed today.
We apologize for any inconvenience.

06/05/2026

Cub Scout Advancement Camp is right around the corner, and there’s still time to get your Cubs signed up! 🏕️✨

Don’t miss the chance for them to swim in the pool, climb the tower, try archery, and make unforgettable summer memories with their friends. Adventure, advancement, and fun are waiting—join us for an experience they’ll be talking about all year!
https://stlbsa.org/camps/cub-scout-overnight-camps/

06/05/2026

Meet some great Scout alumni who are now in the secret service, and who serve as ambassadors for programs supporting youth safety.

06/05/2026

If you’re heading to Bluff’s All American Weekend tonight, be sure to check out what our Scouts have created!
More than just a patriotic display, projects like this help reinforce the values Scouting is all about—service to our community, patriotism, leadership, and teamwork… all while having fun along the way.
We hope you enjoy our Scouts’ contribution to the event—especially as you take in the Demo Derby and Drone Show tonight!
Special thanks to the Scouts of Pack 4003 (The Bluff Church) and Troop 4060 (Fellowship General Baptist Church) for making this happen!
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Poplar Bluff Chamber
Scouting America
Greater St. Louis Area Scouting

06/03/2026

Scouting America is proud to support military families by waiving the $85 national youth registration fee for eligible families 🇺🇸

This program is available for youth in Active Duty, Reserve, and National Guard families through a simple online verification process.

✔️ New & renewing online registrations
✔️ Youth memberships only
✔️ National registration fee reduced to $0 after verification

Thank you to the military families who serve our country and communities every day. ❤️💙

06/02/2026

🧢 Respecting Individual Needs in Scouting

Scouting welcomes everyone—and that includes respecting:

✔ Religious practices
✔ Cultural traditions
✔ Medical needs

Alternative clothing or headgear is appropriate when it is safe and does not interfere with activities.

Every Scout deserves to feel comfortable and included.
https://www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Scouts-BSA-Cothing-Guidelines-2025-update.pdf

06/01/2026

Just over 2 weeks until Cub Scout Advancement Camp begins! ⏳🏕️

Leaders, sign your den up together so your Scouts can experience camp with their friends, tackle adventures as a team, and head into the new school year with everyone having earned the same advancements. Shared memories, shared achievements, and a stronger den start here!
https://stlbsa.org/camps/cub-scout-overnight-camps/