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Recent 583 News
Safety First: Council Camps Successfully Meet Texas State Licensing Standards
The safety of our Scouts, volunteers, staff, and families has always been at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to announce that all of our council camping properties have successfully met the requirements for Texas State Licensing, affirming the high standards of safety and preparedness that have long been part of the Scouting […]
New National Study Highlights the Lasting Impact of Earning Eagle Scout
At the 2026 National Annual Meeting, Scouting America unveiled the results of a major new research study examining the long-term impact of earning the rank of Eagle Scout. The study, Eagle Scouts: A Legacy of Values-Based Leadership and Service, was conducted in partnership with The Harris Poll and surveyed more than 3,100 adults, including Eagle […]
Military Family Fee Waiver Now Available ONLINE for Scouting America Families
Scouting America is proud to announce a new Military Family Fee Waiver program designed to make Scouting more accessible for military-connected youth. Beginning June 1, 2026, eligible youth from Active Duty, Reserve, and National Guard families may have the $85 National Youth Registration Fee waived through a simple verification process during online registration. This initiative […]
Scouting America Unveils the Trail Map: A Path to Enterprise Strength and Membership Growth
At the 2026 National Annual Meeting, Scouting America introduced its new Trail Map: A Path to Enterprise Strength and Membership Growth, a strategic vision designed to strengthen the organization, support volunteers, and expand the reach of Scouting to more young people across the nation. The Trail Map outlines a destination of serving 2 million youth […]
Are You Ready to Lead? Join us to learn more.
You signed up to become a Cub Scout leader. Congratulations, you are about to begin a rewarding adventure with your new scout den. Along the way, you will build memories, develop leadership skills, gain friendships, and help create meaningful experiences that last a lifetime. If you are feeling a little overwhelmed and wondering, “Where do […]
Pull Up Your Britches: What NYLT Taught Me About Leading and Letting Go
Let me introduce you to our next NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training) Course Director, Shanti Day. Though the course is in November, she and her team are already working together to develop an outstanding NYLT. She and her small team of adults will mentor a youth staff over the course of six months including three […]
6Service 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.
2026 Scheduled Closures:
New Years – January 1
MLK Day – January 19
Presidents Day – February 16
Good Friday – April 3
Memorial Day – May 25
Juneteenth – June 19
Independence Day – July 3-4
Labor Day – September 7
Thanksgiving Day – afternoon of November 25 & November 26 - 27
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day – December 24-25
Winter Break – December 26-31
Inclement Weather Plan:
The Alamo Area Council adheres to the emergency closures of NEISD.
Camp Property Hours
2026 Alamo Area Council Camp Property Closures:
Camps are closed every Monday and Tuesday
2026 Scheduled Camp Closures:
April 3 - 5
November 26 -30
December 24 - 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
