Camp Warren Levis

09/23/2025

A great tradition at Camp Warren Levis, come on out with your unit, family, youth group and have a great time!

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04/01/2025

Scouts across the area are in for a sweet treat—literally. Camp Warren Levis has been selected to pilot its most delicious adventure badge yet: the S’more Fun Adventure because what’s scouting without setting marshmallows on fire and arguing over the "perfect" golden brown?

This badge is expected to quickly become the hottest (and stickiest) new trend. "S’mores are an essential part of every camping trip, right up there with mosquito bites and the infamous red slushies," said the Program Director. "So, we figured, why not make an adventure out of it?"

To earn the Adventure Loop or Pin, Scouts must prove their s’mores-making prowess through a series of rigorous (and delicious) challenges. Below are the official—and slightly gooey—requirements:

1. Fire Safety & Cooking Basics:
- Demonstrate how to safely build, maintain, and extinguish a campfire without turning it into an accidental signal flare.
- Explain the best way to roast a marshmallow without dropping it in the fire, setting it ablaze, or launching it into someone’s hair.

2. S’mores History & Ingredients:
- Research the ancient and noble origins of s’mores. (Okay, maybe not ancient, but at least dig up when humans decided campfire snacks needed more sugar.)
- Identify and explain the core ingredients: graham crackers, chocolate, marshmallows, and, for some reason, an uncanny ability to make a huge mess.

3. Perfecting the Roast:
- Master the different techniques for roasting a marshmallow: golden brown, lightly toasted, or "Oops, I dropped it into the flames again."
- Analyze how temperature and roasting methods affect the flavor and texture. Bonus points if you can get it just right without needing a fire extinguisher.

4. Creative S’mores Challenge:
- Invent and prepare three unique variations of s’mores using alternative ingredients. (Bacon s’mores? Peanut butter s’mores? The possibilities are endless—and slightly concerning.)
- Share your creations with fellow scouts and accept their inevitable food critiques like a true campfire chef.

5. Leave No Trace & Cleanup:
- Properly dispose of all wrappers, burnt marshmallow bits, and that one melted piece of chocolate you accidentally sat on.
- Explain why it’s important to respect nature and not leave behind sticky graham cracker crumbs as evidence of your sugary adventures.

The first few Scout leaders and parents in the pilot program have applauded the new adventure, saying it combines crucial life skills with an obvious love for snacks.
"It’s the perfect blend of outdoor education and dessert," said a local Cubmaster. "Plus, I get to ‘supervise’ taste tests."

With excitement (and sugar levels) rising, the S’mores Fun Adventure is expected to become a favorite among Cub Scouts. Get ready for a new generation of marshmallow-roasting experts—and plenty of chocolate-covered smiles.

03/28/2025

👕 Merch Alert‼️
Pre-orders for Adventure Summit merch end March 31st!
Order yours today to pick up at the camp of your choosing.
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02/18/2025

Special Needs Awareness Training will be held March 8, 2025 at Southwestern Illinois College in Belleville, IL.

Its a great opportunity for youth and adults to learn more how to support Scouts with Special Needs.

More information at

Disabilities Awareness

02/13/2025

We are just over 2 months out from an unforgettable camping extravaganza happening simultaneously at all six campgrounds in the Greater St. Louis Area.
The 2025 Adventure Summit is open to Scouts of all ages, Venturers, Explorers, and the public.
This once-in-a-decade event is ACTION PACKED! In the weeks leading up to the event, we'll show you what exciting opportunies each camp has to offer and how you can get involved.
Are you in⁉️

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Registar here: https://buff.ly/4hTFMn6

11/07/2024

Back by popular demand, the Camp Warren Levis Staff Alumni Patch. Available until December 1, 2024.

Celebrate 100 Years of Camp Warren Levis! With the large crowed of Staff Alumni at the CWL 100th Anniversary and the need for more we will be offerin

11/07/2024

All the Camp Warren Levis 100th Anniversary items are now available online for sale. What a great idea for Christmas!

Online trading post carrying camp branded and specialty merchandise for the Greater St. Louis Area Council, BSA.

10/19/2024

10/06/2024

Today at camp it was very busy with the annual Rendezvous and the 100th Anniversary of Camp Warren Levis. It was an amazing day with with several generations of Scouts and Scouters that was filled program and fellowship. Thank you to everyone who attended and staffed the event. Please post your favorite picture in the comments to share in the experience.

10/04/2024

Say hi to the new Staff Village sign! The Summer Camp staff saw the old one was all but disintegrated and worked with Ranger Jim and crew to make, paint and now hang the new sign.

One more beautification project off the list. If you have time, skills or resources to help out the camp, check out the Friends of Camp Warren Levis group, all kinds of projects are being developed that could use everyone's help.