We want to reach out to each potential Scout and their family with a personal invitation to join Scouting, where they will learn positive values, new skills and have fun with friends. 

Fall is a great time to focus on recruiting new families to the fun and adventure of Cub Scouting. Invite a family to join Scouting and learn more about membership recruitment.

Effective August 1, 2023, national membership fees increased. In addition, all new youth and adult members who join Scouting will be enrolled in a 12-month membership cycle. Both youth and adults will pay the full annual membership fee and will renew their membership on the anniversary date of joining Scouting.

Popcorn sales are underway! If you are selling by show and sell, take order, or online, now is the time to be getting out and selling! The amazing Trail’s End app keeps track of all purchases. Scouts can accept credit cards (without a transaction fee). Items can be marked as undelivered and flagged to be delivered to customers after the November popcorn pick-up.

Scouts earn points for their Amazon e-gift cards through their Trail’s End Popcorn sales.

Campfires are a powerful part of the outdoor experience. They can be lively with laughter, storytelling, and fellowship. Gathering around the campfire can also provide relaxation and enable a time of reflection, learning, and great peace. Safe behavior around a campfire ensures a good time can be had by all while mitigating the inherent danger of the fire. Here are some helpful reminders on behavior that can make your next campfire a positive and safe experience.

The BSA has adopted many policies for the safety and well-being of its members. These policies primarily protect youth members; however, they also serve to protect adult leaders. All parents and caregivers should understand that our leaders are to abide by these safeguards. Parents and youth are strongly encouraged to use these safeguards outside the Scouting program. 

Demonstrating conspicuous bravery at considerable risk to self, Eagle Scout Isaiah Clark, with another friend assisting, rescued a man who was far from shore and unable to return on his own. The incident happened at Galveston Island Beach, TX.

The two youths noticed a man was far out in the water with no one else around him, no visible means of flotation, and looked like he was in trouble. Using a surfboard as flotation assistance, they swam out the approximate 200 yards to reach the man in distress. When they reached the man, he was panicking, and they pushed the board to him - careful not to become victims themselves from the frightened man potentially pulling them under.

Leave No Trace Training

September 22-24, 2023

The Leave No Trace Level 1 Instructor Course is a weekend course for individuals, ages 14 and up who wish to guide units in developing a culture that effectively demonstrates responsible outdoor choices that reduce impacts of Scouting activities. 

Merit Badge Days

October 7 or December 2, 2023 

Merit Badge Days are an opportunity for Scouts in troops, crews or ships to work on requirements for one or more merit badges. Classes are taught by career professionals and Scouters with real-life experiences in the field. 

Wood Badge

October course is almost full!

Wood Badge is the ultimate leadership training designed to meet the advanced leadership needs of Scouters in all programs of the BSA. Over the course of two weekends, participants can expect to develop skills in many areas, including leadership theory, team building, problem solving, communication, and project planning.

University of Scouting

November 18, 2023

Registration opens September 8^th!

University of Scouting is a semi-annual supplemental training program. Sessions are led by experienced volunteers who will help leaders and parents enhance their ability to deliver a fun and exciting program to the Scouts. The event is being held at Lone Star College - Tomball.

Winter NYLT

Beat the heat and send youth leaders to winter NYLT!

National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is an exciting, action-packed six-day council-level leadership-building program for certain youth members.

Fall Adventure Camps

Fun with Family

October 6-7 or 7-8, 2023

Overnight Family Camping

Summer Camp 2024

Summer Camp is a week-long council-organized overnight camp for Scouts BSA that operates under council-retained leadership. There are unique programs for first-year Scouts and experienced Scouts to take part in our new ACE (Advanced Camper Experience) program.  

Full Throttle is a weekend event for troops, crews, and ships. Scouts spend a half-day participating in program areas such as shooting sports, climbing, swimming, ziplining, and boating. Scouts will spend a half-day working on a merit badge. There will be six themed events held next year. Full Throttle is a great way for Scouts to have fun, learn new skills, and earn merit badges.

September 29 - October 1, 2023

Calling all anglers for the ultimate fishing tournament being held at Camp Strake. Armed with fishing rods, Scouts will have a chance to showcase their skills and reel in the big catch in the spirit of friendly competition. Scouts can attend individually for the day; troops can camp for the weekend.

November 19-22, 2023

STEM Camp is a new extraordinary opportunity for Scouts to work on STEM-related merit badges and Nova awards. Scouts can engage in hands-on learning and explore exhilarating STEM programs, exhibits, and activities. If a Scout wants to learn more about science, technology, engineering, or mathematics, then this is the week to be at camp!

December 26-31, 2023

Winter camp is a wonderful opportunity for troops to camp and Scouts to earn merit badges. Merit badge classes are taught by Scouters with real-life experiences in the field. Winter camp is held at Camp Strake, a first-class and state-of-the-art facility for Scouts and their leaders. Over 80 merit badge classes will be offered.

July 14-20, 2024

Embark on an extraordinary journey with Strake Odyssey, Camp Strake’s new space-focused camp. Dive into the wonders of astronomy, rocketry, and cosmic exploration, igniting young minds with hands-on activities and captivating simulations that bring the universe to life. Join us for an unforgettable adventure beyond the stars.

November 3-5, 2024
Registration opens September 8^th!

Fall Fellowship is Colonneh Lodge’s premier event with a weekend full of gripping competition, exciting games, thrilling shows, and so much more. Order of the Arrow members are invited to register for three days of nonstop fun and fellowship at Camp Strake.
  

Minto Rendezvous

September 8-10, 2023

Minto Rendezvous is an annual regional event where Sea Scouts test their knowledge and skills. The competition includes events that test a ship’s teamwork, training and preparation in a variety of nautical-related events.

Scout Day with Texas A&M

Scout Day with Rice University

Scout Night with

Sam Houston State University

Houston Museum of Natural Science Scout Programs

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Special edition Jamboree patches are here! This beautifully crafted patch set design will surely go down as a collector's item for all patch enthusiasts. Only 100 limited edition campership sets were made; there will be no more produced. This special offer includes two beautiful sets.

October 19, 2023

Council Coordinated

Learn more about the triannual meeting for district leadership.

November 11, 2023

College of Commissioner Science

Learn more about this day of training for commissioners.