Scouting: It All Starts Here

From adventure and creativity to community and teamwork—it all starts here! This fall, we are inviting families to discover how Scouting lays the foundation for a lifetime of fun, values, and unforgettable experiences.

Be The Spark

Have you ever considered the power of a single spark? How it can ignite a flame, bringing warmth, energy, and a sense of purpose? That's the core of our new campaign, "Be the Spark: Ignite a Future Leader," and we invite you to be that spark for the next generation. We believe that every individual has the potential to inspire and empower young people. Just as a spark can ignite a roaring flame, one dedicated leader can transform the lives of countless youth. 

Volunteers are needed throughout our area. Please sign up today!

Campout Safety Checklist

Camping can be a rewarding experience in nearly any setting—whether it’s a weekend in the backcountry, a week at summer camp, or an adventure at one of the national high-adventure bases. When planning your trip, it’s important to think through the basics: who is going, what you’ll need, where and when you’ll camp, how you’ll get there, and why the outing matters. For a full campout safety checklist, please click here.

Heroism Award

During a heavy rainstorm on a busy street, Scout Leader Scott Lewis witnessed a car accident. After ensuring his family’s safety, he cautiously exited his vehicle and approached the damaged car. Inside, he found the driver, who was dazed and attempting to get out.

He quickly called 911, provided critical details to emergency responders, and performed a rapid check for visible injuries. While waiting for help to arrive, Scott kept the driver engaged in conversation, reassuring her and preventing her from leaving the vehicle and stepping into dangerous traffic.

Scott remained at the driver’s side until EMS arrived and took over. His steady presence and quick actions helped ensure the driver’s safety during a stressful and hazardous situation.

Congratulations to Scout Leader Scott Lewis on receiving this well-deserved award.

CW39 HTown Live pays a visit to SHAC

CW39 HTown Live host Maggie Flecknoe visited with Scouts from the Sam Houston Area Council for a special feature. Across five engaging segments, Scouts showcased their pinewood derby cars, knot-tying skills, first aid knowledge, and much more! To watch the full episode, please click here.

SHAC Talk

Trying to grow your pack or troop this season? #BePrepared with the best tools to make recruiting easier and more effective!

Introducing SHAC Talk, a brand-new podcast dedicated entirely to membership recruitment.  Each six-minute episode is packed with practical tips and proven strategies based on success stories from leaders just like you.  Whether you’re new to recruiting or looking to sharpen your skills, SHAC Talk will give you step-by-step guidance and fresh ideas needed to succeed.

Best of all, these episodes are designed to fit your schedule.  Listen while you’re driving, during a workout, or anytime you’re on the go-SHAC Talk is now available on YouTube and Spotify!

International Scouting Day

Join this once-a-year opportunity to connect with the global Scouting movement—at the Cockrell Scout Center!

JOTA-JOTI (Jamboree-on-the-Air and Internet) is the world’s largest digital Scout event, uniting millions of young people across the globe for a weekend of online fun, learning, and international friendship.

Highlight activities include:

• Live chatroom with over 1 million Scouts
• Minecraft Challenge with players around the world
• Keynote speaker: U.S. Ambassador Chase Untermeyer (retired)
• International Scouting awards opportunities
• Community organization midway

Registration is open for Cub Scout Adventures and Merit Badge opportunities, Interpreter Strip testing, and live Zoom meetings with Scouts around the world. For more information and access to the registration links, please click here.

October 18, 2025

Volunteer to help at Adventure Camp!

Adventure Camp is your opportunity to make an impact on Cub Scouts and their families. You and your entire troop can volunteer alongside adult leaders to assist with Adventure Camp programming.

Younger Scouts will also get to see leadership in action while they meet your troop and learn what's in store for them in Scouts BSA! For more information, please visit here.

College of Commissioner Science REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

The role of Commissioner is one of the oldest and most vital positions in Scouting, guiding and supporting units to deliver the best possible program to Scouts. To help you thrive in this role, we invite you to a weekend of inspiration and growth at the College of Commissioner Science! This year we are fortunate to have Devang Desai, Scouting America’s National Commissioner as our keynote speaker!

Visit here to register and learn more. Overnight camping is available. Cabins are double-occupancy and first come, first served.

Camp Strake

November 7-8, 2025

RATA Training

The council Range and Targets Activities committee wants you to know about all of their available training courses! Help your unit, district, and council and become a certified rangemaster or NRA Instructor. Sign ups are available now! Click here to see more!

Scouting For Food-Our largest council-wide service project

Register your unit here!

Food banks need help from YOUR unit to fight hunger.

January 24, 2026-door hanger distribution

January 31, 2026-food collection

Arrow of Light Advancement Day

Hello to all new 5^th graders! We are excited to offer a camp specific to you at Arrow of Light Advancement Day! Come and participate in exciting advancement activities while discovering what Camp Strake has to offer! Exciting activities include Race Time with building your own Lego Pinewood Derby Car, Paddle Craft on the lake, and honing your First Aid skills. To register, please click here. 

November 7-9, 2025 at Camp Strake

Adventure Camp

Join us at Bovay Scout Ranch this fall for unforgettable outdoor fun at our Adventure Camps! Designed for Cub Scouts and their families, these weekend getaways are packed with exciting activities like archery, BB guns, crafts, nature hikes, and campfire programs. Whether you're a first-time camper or a returning Cub, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Come make memories, build skills, and experience the magic of Scouting in the great outdoors! Events are filling up fast. Register here.

Trail or Treat:

October 10-12, 2025

October 17-19, 2025 (FULL/CLOSED REGISTRATION)

October 24-26, 2025 (FULL/CLOSED REGISTRATION)

Space Explorer:

November 14-16, 2025 (FULL/CLOSED REGISTRATION)

December 5-7, 2025

Full Throttle

Relive the excitement of Camp Strake and join us for one of the fall Full Throttle weekends! Scouts spend a half-day participating in program areas such as shooting sports, climbing, and ziplining, and a half-day working on a merit badge. Individual Scouts can attend on Saturday; troops can camp for the weekend. Campership opportunities are still available. Sign up here NOW!

Marksmanship Weekend! - December 5-7, 2025

9-1-1, What’s Your Emergency?  Career Merit Badge Day Classes

Merit badges will focus on safety, law, fire, first responder, and health care professions. Career Merit Badge Day classes are led by industry professionals, with many classes held at related facilities around town. Class sizes are kept small to enhance the Scout’s experience through hands-on participation so don’t miss your chance to register!

Visit this page for more information and to register.

October 4, 2025

December 13, 2025 (registration opens in November)

Mission Lone Star

Join us at Camp Strake and sign up for our transformational, action-packed High Adventure Program: Mission Lone Star

Take advantage of all the unique things Camp Strake has to offer and our council’s partnership with NASA.

• Soar through the air on a zipline.
• Conquer your fears on the high ropes course.
• Ride an ATV (ages 14+).
• Test your aim with cowboy action shooting, knife throwing, and tomahawk chucking.
• Scuba dive where astronauts train.
• Experience an exciting astronaut training simulation.

Must be 13 years or older to enroll. 

Camperships and Super Troop opportunities are available. 

For more information, please click here.

Mission Lone Star is available during the following camps:

Campsgiving November 22-25, 2025

Winter Camp December 26-31, 2025

Summer Camp 2026

Campsgiving

Sign up now to be a part of the 1st ever Campsgiving at Camp Strake!!! Earn merit badges, explore a STEM trek and go on a trip to NASA, or enroll in our action packed High Adventure program. Campership and Super Troop opportunities are available. Click here to register.

November 22-25, 2025

Winter Camp

It’s never too early to start thinking about Winter Camp. Join us at Camp Strake for another amazing opportunity to have some fun. Earn merit badges, enjoy our high adventure experience and NASA partnership, and participate in some fun themed evening programs! This year’s theme will center around 70s music! So, get ready to Tune into the 70s at Camp Strake! Campership and Super Troop opportunities are available. Click here to register! 

December 26-31, 2025

NYLT

National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is an action-packed six-day council-level program that provides Scouts in troops, crews, and ships with leadership skills and experience they can use in their units and at other times. Held at Bovay Scout Ranch, courses are offered in June and December. For registration details visit here. 

Winter 2026 Course December 26-31, 2025

Summer Camp 2026

Join us at Camp Strake in 2026 for a week of high-energy fun, skill-building, and unforgettable memories! From swimming and shooting sports to climbing, merit badges, and evening campfires, Camp Strake offers Scouts an action-packed experience in the heart of the Texas pines. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the adventure. Click here to register and get those early bird specials for Summer Camp 2026! June 7-13, June 14-20, June 21-27, and July 5-11, 2026

Join Sea Scouts

Curious if Sea Scouts is the right fit? Reach out—we’d be glad to talk with you!

Requirements are that you are 14, or 13 years of age IF you have finished the 8^th grade. You can work on your Scouting America advancement toward Eagle in Sea Scouts and Sea Scout advancement, as the two are under the same umbrella. For more info, email nfarmer07@att.net. 

Scout Days

Scout Days are awesome opportunities to get your Scouts, friends, and family together for exciting experiences around the area with other Scouting families at discounted rates.

Vehicle Donations 

Scouting America partners with CARS (Charitable Adult Rides & Services) for turnkey vehicle donations. This third-party service will work directly with councils and donors to facilitate title transfers, vehicle pick-up and delivery in all 50 states.  

Now Hiring

We are continually searching for potential employees who would like to work in a profession that has a meaningful, rewarding purpose. Learn more about our job opportunities.

University of Scouting

Lone Star College-Tomball

January 17, 2026  | 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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. Registration opens soon. 

National Jamboree 2026-Contingent registration is Open!

The National Jamboree is Scouting’s flagship event. There’s no shortage of opportunities at the Bechtel Summit in West Virginia to build Scouting memories. Over 10 days, join 40,000 Scouts, leaders and staff, showcasing everything great about Scouting, stadium shows, pioneer villages, Garden Ground hikes, adventure sports, patch trading, and more. Registration is OPEN for our council contingent, visit this page.

July 20-August 2, 2026

Join our local contingent leadership for a ZOOM information session in September. 

Choose either September 16, 17 or 18.