Membership
Scouting is fun for the whole family. In Scouting, boys and girls start with their best right now selves and grow into their very best future selves. It’s fun, hands-on learning and achievement that puts kids in the middle of the action and prepares them for today – and for life. Sign up your family for Scouting by clicking here.
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Youth Safety - Our ongoing commitment to keeping kids safe
The safety of children in our programs is the most important priority of the Boy Scouts of America. The BSA’s safeguards are key parts of our multilayered approach to help keep kids safe. These measures were informed by respected experts in the fields of child safety, law enforcement, and child psychology, and are among the strongest safeguards found in any youth-serving organization. To learn more, please click here.
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Popcorn
Let’s get poppin! Scouts can sell popcorn online, with their take order forms, or through Show and Sell. We encourage every Scouts to help raise funds for their unit, while learning salesmanship. Scouts can set a goal of what prize they want to earn. All sales count towards the Scouts prize level. Unit kernels can set up Scouts to sell to friends and family online by adding the Scouts in the Pecatonica River online system. Take order sales will go through the end of October. Reach out to your unit kernel to pick up popcorn order forms is you don’t have them already!
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Campmasters
We are looking for volunteers to be part of the Camp Strake, Bovay Scout Ranch, and Camp Brosig campmaster corps. Campmasters serve at council weekend camps whenever Scouting units/families are using any part of the camp property. Campmasters select their own time and frequency of service, but they usually serve two to four times a year. Anyone interested in serving as a Campmaster should contact Erick Simmons at erick.simmons@scouting.org.
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Full Throttle
Camp Strake
Full Throttle is a weekend event for troops, crews, and ships who are camping at Camp Strake in September. Scouts to participate in various program areas such as shooting sports (rifle, shotgun, archery), climbing, COPE (high-ropes course), swimming, ziplining, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and ATV riding. The camp staff provides the program leadership. Additional dates will available in the spring. Sign up to go weekend camping at Camp Strake in September.
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Fun with Family
Save the Date!
October 8-10, 2021
Fun with Family on is an overnight campout for newly registered Lions, Tiger, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos Scouts and their adult partner and families at Bovay Scout Ranch. Scouts can participate in BB guns, archery, sling shots, crafts, rockets, sports, campfire and more.
Registration opens soon!
Registration includes an event patch, activity supplies, snacks and two meals. Register early as sessions fill up quickly.
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Eagle Scout Advancement
Reminder-before either an in-person Eagle Scout Board of Review (EBOR) or virtual EBOR, the application must be verified in the Office of Support Services at the Cockrell Scout Center. Several attempts have been made recently by units to go around this process, doing so violates policy and delays the recognition a Scout has earned. Be sure to consult here for more Eagle Scout verification and certification procedures, including recent changes.
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Scoutbook and Merit Badge Counselors
Scoutbook contains the most accurate Merit Badge Counselor data, it is uploaded each night from the Council database into Scoutbook, which means additions or other changes (once entered at SHAC) are visible by volunteers the next day.
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Wood Badge-October 2021 course is nearly full.
Wood Badge is the Boy Scouts of America's ultimate leadership training designed to meet the advanced leadership needs of Scouters in all aspects of the BSA. Click here for October 2021 event registration and more details.
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University of Scouting
November 13 at Camp Strake.
Registration opens in September
University of Scouting is a semi-annual training event for leaders of all program levels, district and council leaders and parents. For more information, please click here.
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National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) registration is now open
NYLY is an exciting, action-packed six-day council-level program designed to provide Scouts with leadership skills and experience. Click here for more information.
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Houston Philmont Trek 2022
June 10-25, 2022
Houston Philmont Crews is a program established for Scouts in the Sam Houston Area Council that would like the unique opportunity to experience the most celebrated of high-adventure and backpacking in a Scouting environment. The Philmont experience can be a life-changing event and this program is being offered to Scouts that meet certain requirements and would not otherwise have the opportunity to attend because of financial challenges. For eligible Scout youth all fees, use of ultra-light equipment, backpacking clothes, food and transportation will be provided. A personal commitment to participate in all meetings and training activities from Scouts chosen is mandatory. A financial commitment of $100 is required to participate. For more information, please click here or contact Michael Moore: Michael.Moore@scouting.org Office 713-865-9154 Mobile 281-352-3033 To apply, or nominate a Scout, please click here.
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Now hiring!
Part-time Onboarding Specialists
The Sam Houston Area Council is looking for staff members to assist the council in our initiative for new unit development. The part-time onboarding specialists will guide new Scouting units (Cub Scouting, Scouts BSA, and Venturing) through the steps of new unit organization. Through this process, they will assist new chartering organizations in the identification of adult volunteers for new Scouting, assist the new adult volunteers with program planning, budgeting and scheduling, guide the new adult volunteers through district and BSA resources to be trained, and guide the new adult leaders through the start-up of the new unit's programming to ensure the program is launched and the new unit is chartered.
Candidates must have knowledge of the Scouting programs with an understanding of unit organization. Interested applicants should send their resumé to our marcus.jackson@scouting.org.
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Enterprise Risk Management Committee
The purpose of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) committee is to prepare adult leaders to conduct Scouting activities in a safe and prudent manner.
SHAC Communication for COVID-19 Response- For more information, please click here.
Plan and prepare for Hurricane Season with these resources.
Emergency Preparedness Awareness Resources: Hurricane Season (June-October)
For 2021 First Aid/AED/CPR, Wilderness Remote First Aid, and First Aid/AED/CPR Instructor Classes, please click here.
All Classes will be held at Cockrell Scout Center, 2225 N Loop West, Houston, TX 77008
*Class fees include lunch
Visit the Enterprise Risk Management page by clicking here.
Click here for safety moment topics.
Click here for a listing of recent safety alerts.
Click here for incident reporting information.
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Youth Protection Training
Youth Protection Training (YPT) is designed to help keep youth safe from abuse. During YPT, participants learn the Boy Scouts of America’s Youth Protection Guidelines, signs of abuse, and how to report suspected abuse. This course must be completed by all registered leaders, and is highly recommended for parents and other adults working with youth. For more information, please click here.
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United Way of Greater Houston's 211 Helpline and THRIVE
2-1-1 Texas/United Way HELPLINE
If you need help finding child care, food stamps, care for an aging parent or a haven from domestic violence, 2-1-1 is the number to call when you don't know who to call. The United Way of Greater Houston's trained HELPLINE specialists are good listeners, blending understanding and expertise to provide information and referrals drawn from a comprehensive database of social services. Annually, the 2-1-1 Texas/United Way HELPLINE answers over 957,600 calls for help. Basic needs, like food, utilities and health care, topped the list of requests last year, followed by rent assistance and help finding shelter. 2-1-1 can also be a needed resource for hurricane season.
Additionally, other resources such as United Way THRIVES's workforce development offerings, financial coaching and education opportunities and financial products and services can be accessed through 2-1-1 Texas/United Way HELPLINE.
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Bovay Scout Ranch
Enjoy all the wonder and beauty of the central Texas rolling hills and lakes at Bovay Scout Ranch. Bovay Scout Ranch has a variety of camping opportunities for Cub Scouts and has year-round camping program opportunities for all levels of Cub Scouts including Adventure Day. For more information, please click here.
McNair Cub Adventure Camp at Bovay Scout Ranch
Please reserve your attendance now for McNair Cub Adventure Camp at Bovay Scout Ranch by clicking here.
Weekend Unit Camping
Units that plan to schedule Shooting Sports Activities need to read the new Shooting Sport Manual. Crews can enjoy the amazing beauty of Bovay Scout Ranch rolling hills, trails and vast open spaces. For more information click here.
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Fun with Family
Save the Date!
October 8-10, 2021
Fun with Family on is an overnight campout for newly registered Lions, Tiger, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos Scouts and their adult partner and families at Bovay Scout Ranch. Scouts can participate in BB guns, archery, sling shots, crafts, rockets, sports, campfire and more.
Registration opens soon!
Registration includes an event patch, activity supplies, snacks and two meals. Register early as sessions fill up quickly.
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Webelos Coyote Trail Extreme Camp
November 12-14-2021
Webelos Coyote Trail Extreme Camp is a specialty weekend campout for 4th and 5th grade Webelos. Scouts will work on Webelos skills (e.g., knots, flag etiquette, first aid, Navigation), and be introduced to the patrol method giving them a unique experience into the importance of team work and other skills they will need on their first Scouts BSA campout (e.g., Outdoors, Camping, lashings). Scout fees include four meals (Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner and Sunday breakfast). Activity supplies, t-shirt, patch, and water bottle. Cost: $115 for Webelos and $40 for adults (adult fees include meals only). For more information, please click here. Registrations opens in September.
If you have any questions/inquires please feel free to contact: Steve Ware steveneware842@gmail.com or 713 828 7870 0r Geno Aguilar 713-756-3304
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Houston Philmont Trek 2022
June 10-25, 2022
Houston Philmont Crews is a program established for Scouts in the Sam Houston Area Council that would like the unique opportunity to experience the most celebrated of high-adventure and backpacking in a Scouting environment. The Philmont experience can be a life-changing event and this program is being offered to Scouts that meet certain requirements and would not otherwise have the opportunity to attend because of financial challenges. For eligible Scout youth all fees, use of ultra-light equipment, backpacking clothes, food and transportation will be provided. A personal commitment to participate in all meetings and training activities from Scouts chosen is mandatory. A financial commitment of $100 is required to participate. For more information, please click here or contact Michael Moore: Michael.Moore@scouting.org Office 713-865-9154 Mobile 281-352-3033 To apply, or nominate a Scout, please click here.
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SHAC Venturing
Venturing Officers’ Association:
This past month we successfully threw our biggest event of the year: “Venturing Challenge: Movie Madness!”. Together, we played many games, made new friends, and even won some cool awards! We’d like to thank everyone who came out and we hope to see you next year! Be sure to follow SHAC Venturing on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or SHAC Venturing
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Sea Scouts Fleet
Sea Scouting builds character through high adventure. Join for the water, stay for the fun
Resources, Events and Activities. Learn more by clicking here.
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Scout Day at Texas A&M
Saturday, October 2nd
Time: TBD
The 12th Man Foundation and Texas A&M Athletics would like to invite all Sam Houston Council Scouts, along with their friends & family members, to come and support the Texas A&M Aggies as they take on the Mississippi State Bulldogs on October 2nd, 2021. All Scouts will receive an exclusive Texas A&M 2021 Football patch and all tickets will be discounted through this exclusive offer. https://fevo.me/samhouston
Tickets are $30 each and will be delivered digitally at a later date. Information regarding patch pick-up will be emailed Monday, September 27th.
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Scout Night 2021 with the Houston Dynamo FC
Saturday, October 16th at 7:30 PM
Houston Dynamo FC vs. Seattle Sounders
BBVA Stadium
Calling all Scouts! Houston Dynamo FC Scout Night will be on Saturday, October 16th as the Dynamo FC host the Seattle Sounders. Tickets start at $25 and include a ticket to the match, a limited-edition Scout Night patch, and a meal voucher! For more information, please click here.
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Boy Scouts of America UTI Merit Badge Fair
Saturday, October 23, 2021
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
721 Lockhaven Drive
Houston, TX 77073
Universal Technical Institute (UTI) will host a SCOUTS BSA MERIT BADGE FAIR on Saturday, October 23, 2021. UTI licensed Automotive and Collision Instructors, who are also Merit Badge Counselors, will teach Automotive Maintenance, Electronics, Farm Mechanics, Truck Transportation and Welding. For more information, please click here.
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Houston Museum of Natural Science Scout Programs
Scouts classes at HMNS. For more information on our in-person or virtual classes with museum experts and museum specimens, click here!
STEM Nova Late Night for Cub Scouts October 1st and STEM Nova Day at HMNS, October 2nd. For more information, please click here!
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Scout Day at Rice University!
Saturday, October 30
Kickoff @ 1:00 p.m.
Calling all Scouts! Join us for our first annual Scout Day at historic Rice Stadium as the Rice Owls take on the North Texas Mean Green!
All Scouts in attendance will receive a limited edition Rice Owls Scout patch and access to participate in the on field fan tunnel before the game!
To purchase tickets please click here.
For any further questions please contact Patrick Clark at phc2@rice.edu
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Scout Days at the University of Houston
October 30 and November 19
Join your fellow scouts at TDECU Stadium to cheer on the Cougars! We are offering scouts and their families a special discounted rate for two games at TDECU Stadium, as the Cougars take on SMU and Memphis.
For ticket information, please click here.
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Amazon Smile
Activate AmazonSmile on Your Mobile Phone to Support Scouting. With a few simple steps, adding this no-cost feature can help support Scouting with every eligible purchase. To learn more, please click here.
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Donate your vehicle or boat
To donate a car, truck, RV, trailer, boat or motor to the Sam Houston Area Council, please visit One Car One Difference, found here. For more information about One Car One Difference, the Boy Scouts of America's Vehicle donation program, please click here.
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Please remember to pay your 2021 Colonneh Lodge Dues by visiting here.
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