Lone Star District Trail to Troop

October 25-27, 2023

Camp Brosig
1893 Trenckman Road
Sealy, TX 77474

Trail to Troop is a special weekend designed for Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts (4^th and 5^th graders) and their parents to experience what awaits them in troops. Scouts will have an opportunity to visit with troop Scouts and adult leaders. Packs are hosted by area troops.

Learn more about Webelos-to-Scout transition and information to help assist Scouts as they make the important decision on which troop to join and questions to ask the troop leadership at www.shacbsa.org/webelos. Find area troops at www.shacbsa.org/join-troop.

Registration

Registration is a two-step process. Registration is completed by the den leader or unit leadership.

The troops host the packs. The cost of the meals for the weekend is established by your host troop. 

Step 1: RSVP:  Every unit needs to RSVP by August roundtable to let the event staff if you are attending. Estimated numbers are provided to the council so the district can reserve the appropriate number of campsites and program areas for the event.

Part 1: RSVP

Part 2: Payment:  The registration fee is $11.50 per person. The leader pays online with a credit card or electronic check. Council refund policy.  There is no onsite registration, so register online before arrival. 

Step 2: Register - opens in August          Event Feedback

Medical Forms

Troops will collect the BSA Health and Medical Record (Parts A & B) from all attendees and will be responsible for their own first aid. Troops should have a BSA Health and Medical Record on-site for all participants. Forms will be returned at check-out. 

Uniforms

Scouts are encouraged to wear their field uniforms while traveling to and from the event. Field uniforms should be worn during the Sunday morning Interfaith service. During other times, the activity uniform (any Scout t-shirt) can be worn.

Leader's Meeting

There is a leader's meeting at 9:00 am on Saturday morning. All troop senior patrol leaders and a Scoutmaster from each troop should be in attendance for final instructions and schedules. Please bring a cup, a pen, and a chair.

Interfaith Worship Service

The Scout Law teaches, "A Scout is reverent. A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others.” It is important that Scouts be taught to recognize the beliefs of other Scouts and to respect those beliefs. There will be an interfaith worship service on Sunday morning. All Scouts and Scouters should plan on attending this service. Field uniform should be worn. 

An interfaith service will be conducted for all participants on Sunday morning. An interfaith service is a brief worship or meditation, specifically designed for Scouting events where there may be members of more than one faith group. The intention of an interfaith service is to provide a spiritual focus during a camping experience that does not reflect the views of a particular denomination or faith. An interfaith service can be defined as a gathering of Scouts held to contribute to the development of their spirituality and to promote a fuller understanding of the Scout Oath and Law, with emphasis on one’s Duty to God. The event staff will hold a non-denominational service by eliciting help from the troop chaplains and chaplain's aids.

Parking and Vehicles

Park in designated parking areas only. Cars will not be permitted to be parked at troop campsites. Unit trailers may be left in their campsite as long as wheels are blocked and trailer is secured when unattended.

Campsites

Troops will be assigned their campsite upon arrival at the campground.  Some sites require that tents be set up on dirt/gravel so bring a ground cloth and sleeping pad.

Please be respectful of the property and practice the principles of Leave No Trace, the Scout Oath and the Scout Law. The Cub Scout area (including pool and all cub activity areas) of Bovay Scout Ranch is off-limits. The unit roster will need to be completed and submitted to Frank Parent or designee the week before the camporee weekend for headcount purposes for the camp rangers.

Cooking and Fires

Each troop will be responsible for its own meals, furnish and cook their own food, as well as provide all equipment for preparation, serving, and cleaning up meals. A fire station/fireguard posting must be in place before any cooking or campfires may occur. No liquid fuels are allowed per SHAC policy, and you may not build an open fire on the ground anywhere. Propane stoves are allowed. Remember that all materials brought in must be taken out. 

Water

Fresh water will be available. All troops should bring their own containers (with a lid) to transport water back to their campsites as needed.

Advancements

The troops are encouraged to tailor their round-robin activity to benefit the Scout’s needed advancements. Please work with your host troop to complete requirements during troop time. Troops should review the Life Scout advancement requirements that require the Scouts to teach skills.

What to Bring

Tentative Schedule

Directions

Camp Brosig is located at 1893 Trenckman Road, Sealy, TX 77474. Take I-10 to Sealy, and exit at State Highway 36. From the traffic light, turn left and go 5.1 miles until you pass the intersection with Farm Road 331. Drive another .6 miles to Trenckman Road. Turn left and go 1.6 miles to the Camp Brosig gate on the left. Turn in, and drive to the farmhouse on the hill. 

Camp Brosig

Camp Brosig is a 92-acre property, located six miles north of Sealy, TX, in Austin County.

• Camp Brosig Leader's Guide
• Map of Camp Brosig
• Google map of Camp Brosig

Photographs    

Notice!  Please be advised that promotional videotaping/photography may be in progress at any time at an event. Your entrance constitutes your agreement that the council and district has the right to reproduce your likeness in videography/photography for promotion (e.g., publications, internet, newspaper).

Cancellations and Late-Breaking Information

For late-breaking news and announcements, sign up for our district texting service and e-mail list.  The event will happen rain or shine unless there are dangerous conditions.  “Be Prepared” for all types of weather and conditions. 

Scouting Safely

The BSA's Commitment to Safety is ongoing and we want you to know that the safety of our youth, volunteers, staff, and employees cannot be compromised. The Boy Scouts of America puts the utmost importance on the safe and healthy environments for its youth membership. The Sam Houston Area Council takes great strides to ensure the safety of its youth as well as the adult volunteer leadership that interacts with them. 

BSA Guide to Safe Scouting policies must be followed. All participants must follow youth protection guidelines at all Scouting events. Highlights include:

• Two-deep leadership on all outings is required.  
• One-on-one contact between adults and youth members is prohibited. 
• The buddy system should be used at all times. 
• Discipline must be constructive.

Health and safety must be integrated into everything we do, to the point that no injuries are acceptable beyond those that are readily treatable by Scout-rendered first aid. As an aid in the continuing effort to protect participants in Scout activities, the BSA National Health and Safety Committee and the Council Services Division of the BSA National Council has developed the SAFE Checklist of BSA safety procedures for physical activity. These points, which embody good judgment and common sense, are applicable to all activities.

Youth Protection Guidelines     Guide to Safe Scouting      SAFE Checklist      Enterprise Risk Management

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