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Recruiting: Be Visible After Meet The Teacher Night
If you want Cub Scout recruitment in schools to be more visible and engaging, the key is to show Scouting’s fun, skill-building side in a way that makes kids curious and parents feel confident. School-Based Events Where a Cub Scout Pack Could Be Present Here’s where you can set up a table, activity, or even […]
Nominate a Deserving Scouter Today!
Scouting wouldn’t be possible without the incredible volunteers who lead with heart, inspire youth, and serve their communities with dedication. The Alamo Area Council is now accepting nominations for several of Scouting America’s most prestigious awards, to be presented at the 2026 Council Awards Banquet. Now’s your chance to recognize a standout volunteer who has […]
What Happened at Bear Creek: A Message of Heartbreak, Hope, and Help
Just a few days ago, Kerr County — the home of our beloved Bear Creek Scout Camp — experienced one of the most devastating flash floods in recent history. In the middle of the night, torrential rains overwhelmed rivers and ravines, sweeping through homes, roads, and lives with unthinkable force. At Bear Creek, we were […]
Cub Scout Adventure Boxes Launching at the 2025 Scouting Expo!
Everything You Need to Deliver an Amazing Den Experience The Alamo Area Council is excited to announce Cub Scout Adventure Boxes will be available for at the 2025 Scouting Expo on July 30th! Five sets will be available for immediate pickup by a drawing at the event, so register for the Expo now for your […]
Pack Recruitment: Be Prepared!
Leaders, it’s time to start planning for the upcoming Meet the Teacher Night/Open Houses at your local schools. This is a great opportunity to get in front of the majority of the school’s population to collect contact information from interested families. If you haven’t already, reach out to your local school or PTO and ask […]
Scouting America, Alamo Area Council, is pleased to announce the selection of Ryan Harris as Scout Executive
It is our pleasure to announce the appointment of Ryan Harris as the new Scout Executive of the Alamo Area Council, effective July 16, 2025. Ryan brings nearly 30 years of accomplished leadership experience in business operations, technology, and team development, most recently serving as an Assistant Vice President at USAA. In that role, he […]
Service Center Info
Alamo Area Council
2226 N.W. Military Hwy, San Antonio, Texas 78213-1894
Main Office: 210-341-8611
General Email info@AlamoAreaBSA.org
Find the AAC staff directory HERE
Alamo Area Council Service Center Hours
Monday -Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
NOTE: The office is closed for a full staff meeting the second Thursday of March, May, September, and November, from 11am – 1pm.
2025 Scheduled Closures:
New Years – January 1
MLK Day – January 20
Presidents Day – February 17
Good Friday – April 18
Memorial Day – May 26
Juneteenth – June 19
Independence Day – July 4
Labor Day – September 1
Thanksgiving Day – afternoon of November 26 & November 27
Christmas Day – December 25
Winter Break – December 26-31
Inclement Weather Plan:
The Alamo Area Council adheres to the emergency closures of NEISD.
Camp Property Hours
2025 Alamo Area Council Camp Property Closures:
Camps are closed every Monday and Tuesday
2025 Scheduled Camp Closures:
April 18-21
November 27-December1
December 25
Musselman Scout Shop
General Information
Located inside the Alamo Area Council Service Center
Phone: 210-341-8611 option 2
General email: musselmanscoutshop@scouting.org
Shop Hours
Monday – Friday 9:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday 10:00 – 2:00pm
SHOP ONLINE – CLICK HERE
