Sam Houston Area Council

Summer camp 2020 will be held at the new Camp Strake, a first-class and state-of-the-art facility for Scouts and their leaders. 

Spots are still available for weeks six and seven to in-council and out-of-council units.

Activities will include shooting sports, Wild Hex, zip lines, climbing, rappelling, COPE, and more.

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The Silver Beaver Award is the highest form of recognition that a local council can bestow on a volunteer. 

Congratulations to the 2019 recipients. The awards will be presented at the Council Recognition Reception on November 19, 2019.

2019 Recipients

Fun with Family is an overnight campout for newly registered Cub Scouts and their adult partner and families at Bovay Scout Ranch in Navasota, TX. Scouts can participate in archery, sling shots, crafts, rockets, sports, campfire and more.

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Our priority is to bring the benefits of Scouting to more youth while remaining true to our mission. 

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Sign up your family for Scouting.

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Learn how to ensure a smooth transition for the many LDS families who love being a part of the Scouting adventure and want to continue their journey.

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Scouting activities contribute to the academic development of the children who participate. 

The Cub Scout program supports over 120 elementary standards (TEKS) that students are to learn. More than 85% of merit badges include requirements that meet National Science Education Standards, giving Scouts a foundation in everything from nuclear science to robotics.

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This course is designed to give Scouts and Scouters all of the tools they will need to be successful in the position of  Leave No Trace trainers, outdoor ethics guides, and outdoor ethics advisors.

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Hundreds of thousands of dollars go back to the Scouting program as a result of the annual popcorn sale. The popcorn sale is a great way for a Scout to support his or her way through the various activities during the year. 

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Learn how your organization can start a Scouting unit. Organizations can help parents make the most of the little time they have to impact the lives of their children. Scouting is a one-stop shop providing opportunities for personal leadership, physical fitness, mentoring, career exploration, outdoor adventure, positive life skills, fun activities, and values for a lifetime.

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Adventure is waiting.
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Scouting makes the most of the time you have with your children.

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Exploring is Learning for Life’s career education program for young men and women who are 14  to 21 years old. Exploring’s purpose is to provide experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults. 

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The true cost of Scouting is much higher than what most people realize. Help us provide the resources necessary to make sure every youth can benefit from Scouting’s adventure-filled activities that foster character, honesty, respect and life-long values.  

Your financial investment, plus your time and talent, is among the greatest gifts you can give. 

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• Developing the new Camp Strake

• Building a new Janis and George Fleming Cub World at Bovay Scout Ranch

• Improving Camp Brosig and McNair Cub Adventure Camp at Bovay Scout Ranch

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