Advancement
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Adventure Camp
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Angler Classic
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Astros
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Aquatics Day
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Bobcat Day
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Camporee
Camporee is a weekend campout for troops. Patrols compete in various competitions and are judged on leadership, teamwork, skill demonstration and Scout spirit.
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Camp Strake
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Commissioner
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Conservation
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Cuboree
Cuboree is a weekend campout for Cub Scouts and their families.
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Day Camp
Day camp is a week of outdoor fun for Cub Scouts and parents with fun activities including BB guns, archery, crafts, games, Scouting skills, advancement & more!
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Day of Service
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District Operations
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Eagle Wall
The names of all Sam Houston Area Council Eagle Scouts are listed on the wall in front of the Cockrell Scout Center. In the fall, the names of the 2022 class of Eagle Scouts will be added. Parents and leaders, please verify that your Scout’s name is formatted and spelled correctly and submit any needed corrections by August 1, 2023.
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Eagle Award
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Eagle Scout Association
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Facilities Committee
The council is looking for volunteers with specialized skills who would be willing to be called upon to help provide service to our camps and facilities which includes buildings, the grounds, equipment, and Scout/volunteer affiliated companies that offer professional services with dedication and competitive rates.
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Fleur-de-leis
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First Aid Meet
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District First Aid Meet / First Aid Day
The First Aid Meet is an event that challenges Scouts in troops to perform first aid in simulated real-life situations.
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District First Aid Meet
The First Aid Meet is an event that challenges Scouts in troops to perform first aid in simulated real-life situations.
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Fishing Tournament
During the fishing tournament, Scouts of all ages compete to catch the longest, smallest and most fish.
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Fun with Family
Fun with Family is an overnight campout for newly registered Cub Scouts and their adult partner and families at Bovay Scout Ranch. Scouts can participate in archery, sling shots, crafts, rockets, sports, campfire and more.
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Full Throttle
Full Throttle is a weekend event for Scouts BSA. Troops camping at Camp Strake on select weekends can sign up their Scouts to spend a half day earning merit badges and half day participating in various program areas (e.g., rifle, shotgun, archery, climbing, COPE, ziplining, swimming, boating).
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Health and Safety
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Hiring
We continually search for potential career employees who would like to work in a profession that has a meaningful, rewarding purpose. We continually search for potential career employees who would like to work in a profession that has a meaningful, rewarding purpose. Learn More
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Holiday - Memorial Day
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Holiday - July 4
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Holiday - Labor Day
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Council Office Closed
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Houston Gem & Mineral Society
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International
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JOTI
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Leader Workshop
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Cub Scout Leader Workshop
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Cub Scout Leader Workshop
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Lion/Tiger Day
Lion/Tiger Day is an event for Scouts in kindergarten and first grade and their adult partner.
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Meet the Troops
Webelos Scouts, prospective Scouts (ages 11 - 17), and parents are invited to attend Meet the Troops to ask questions to help make the important decision on which troop to join.
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Membership
Recruitment efforts take place throughout the year. Our main objective is to give multiple joining opportunities to ensure that every youth is invited to join Scouting, and to fulfill our promise to new Scouts for a great Scouting program. Learn More.
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Merit Badge Fair
The Merit Badge Fair is an opportunity for Scouts in troops to work towards one or two merit badges.
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Merit Badge University
The Merit Badge University is an opportunity for Scouts in troops to work towards one or two merit badges.
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Monster Jam
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NYLT
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OA Section Conclave
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One Car
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Order of the Arrow
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Pinewood Derby
The pinewood derby is one of the most popular and successful family activities in Cub Scouting.
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Popcorn
Every Scout should learn the value of hard work and earning their own way. The popcorn sale is the perfect opportunity to teach this valuable life lesson and fund the most exciting year of Scouting ever. Learn more
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PR-Marketing
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Pushmobile
Cub Scouts race together as a team using a Cub Scout-powered pushmobile.
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Recognition Event
The District Recognition Event is an opportunity to recognize and thank the volunteers for their dedication to Scouting.
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Resident Camp
Rocket Day
Youth who join Cub Scouts this year will receive a rocket that they can design, build, and launch at Rocket Day.
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Roundtable
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Sam Houston
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Scoutbook
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Scouting Safely
Scouts and their parents expect all Boy Scouts of America activities to be conducted safely. To ensure the safety of participants, the Boy Scouts of America expects leaders to use the SAFE principles when delivering the Scouting program. Learn more
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Scout Shop
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Sea Scouts
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Sea Scouts Minto Rendezvous
Minto Rendezvous is an annual regional event where Sea Scouts test their knowledge and skills.
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Sea Scouts Spring Long Cruise
The Spring Long Cruise is a week-long camp for Sea Scouts to foster comradeship and cooperation among ships, to provide instruction in Sea Scout skills and opportunities for Scouts to earn advancements.
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Sea Scouts Spring Sail
Spring Sail is a weekend event jam-packed full of sailing, paddling, climbing, ziplining, and fellowship with Sea Scouts from Territory 7.
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Silver Beaver Award Nominations
The Silver Beaver Award is the highest form of recognition that a local council can bestow on a volunteer. Nominations are due August 1, 2023. Learn more and submit a nomination.
The Silver Beaver Award is the highest form of recognition that a local council can bestow on a volunteer. Recipients of this award are chosen after many years of self-sacrifice, hard work, and dedicated service to the Scouting program and to the community.
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STEM Camp
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STEM Day
STEM Day is an opportunity for Scouts in 2nd grade through age 21 to work on STEM/Nova awards.
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Strake Odyssey
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Summer Camp
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. There are a few spots left this summer during week 5.
Super Troop
Super Troop is a fantastic opportunity for Scouts in troops to attend an extra week of summer camp or for a Scout to attend camp individually if they can't attend camp with their unit. Super troop is a temporary troop made up of Scouts from troops around the council. Learn more
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ToolBank
The Houston ToolBank provides high-quality tools, equipment, and expertise for service projects. Learn more
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A cornerstone of the Scout programs is training. Find training courses near you.
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University of Houston
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University of Scouting
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Venturing
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Venturing Banquet
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Venturing Banquet
The Venturing Banquet is an opportunity to celebrate all of the Venturers in the council. VOA elections are held before dinner. After dinner, Venturers and advisors will be recognized for their outstanding work over the past year. This is an opportunity to honor those who have achieved the Summit Award and to recognize the Venturing Leadership Award recipients. Bring the whole crew or ship – and prospective Venturers!
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Venturing Challenge
The Venturing Challenge is a weekend campout for crews and is an opportunity for fun and fellowship and to bring prospective Venturers to a council-wide activity.
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Webelos Coyote Extreme
Webelos Coyote Trail Xtreme is an annual event for 4th and 5th grade Webelos Scouts at Bovay Scout Ranch. During this fast-paced, fun-filled weekend Webelos Scouts learn skills they will need for their first camp out with a troop.
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Webelos Woods
Webelos Woods is a campout to foster the relationship between Webelos Scouts and troops and introduce them to the many outdoor adventures of Scouts BSA.
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Winter Camp
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Wood Badge
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.
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