Exploring Energy: Meet the Gas Pros!
Hosted by Ameren

Calling all curious Cub Scouts! Ever wondered how natural gas gets safely to your home to heat your shower or cook your favorite meal? It does not just magically appear. It takes a skilled team of hardworking professionals to build, maintain, and protect that underground system every single day.

Now your Scout can meet them!

Join us for a hands-on, action-packed afternoon at the Ameren Maryville Operating Center where Wolves, Bears, Webelos, and Arrow of Light Scouts will rotate through exciting activity stations led by real gas industry pros.

What Scouts Will Do:

• Learn the basics of natural gas safety • Build their own hula hoop using real PE pipe • Assemble a working model of a gas meter • Explore real construction tools and equipment • Safely operate a mini excavator with expert guidance

Yes… a mini excavator. 

This is more than just fun. It is confidence-building, skill-sparking, and a chance to see careers in action. Scouts will discover how teamwork, safety, problem solving, and hands-on skills power the energy industry.

Location

Ameren Maryville Operating Center 2600 N Center St Maryville, IL 62062

Date & Time

Saturday, May 9 Program: 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM Registration opens at 12:45 PM

What to Bring

• Closed-toed shoes are REQUIRED. No exceptions. • Water bottle • A parent or guardian must remain on site

Get ready to dig in, build big, and explore exciting careers that keep our communities running strong. We cannot wait to see our Energy Explorers in action! 

Keep an eye out for more details and registration launch! 

Hosted by: NS, KE, GT, NH, PA, OS, BT, OT, RT, SH, CH, SI, BM, EG, GA, GSLA, LFL, STM, BG, CM, KA, PB, SE, Il, AH, RD, OR