Outdoor adventure is the promise made to Scouts when they join Scouting. Youth yearn for outdoor programs that stir their imagination and interest. Cub Scout weekend camping information can be found here. Troops, crews, and ships can camp at one of our council camps for a usage fee of $2 per person ($3 person for out-of-council units).
Camp Brosig is a 92-acre property located four miles north of Sealy, TX in Austin County. Brosig has 20 campsites, pavilions, restrooms and a few showers available for weekend camping. Ranger or campmaster support may not be available at this camp. Troops, crews, ships, packs, and Webelos dens can camp at Camp Brosig.
Camp Brosig Reservations
Camp Brosig Leader's Guide Camp Brosig Online Reservation
Camp Brosig Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What are SHAC's camp policies, leadership requirements and safety considerations?
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Camp Policies and Leadership Requirements: See SHAC's Camp Guidelines and Policies and BSA Leadership Requirements.
Safety Considerations: All participants must follow all Guide to Safe Scouting policies and youth protection guidelines.
- What are the directions to Camp Brosig?
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From Houston: Take I-10 to Sealy Texas, exit at State Highway 36 this is a hairpin loop exit. You pass over highway 36 on I-10 before you exit so you come into Hwy 36 from the west. From the first red light after exiting at Highway 36 turn left (north) onto Highway 36. Go thru town approximately 5.1 miles until you pass the intersection of Farm Road 331. Christian City Church is on the left, soon after is Trenchman Road on the left. Go 1.6 miles on Trenchman Road to Camp Brosig. The camp gate is on the left (south) side of the road. Main asphalt road will take you to the check-in building, the first building on your left. Approximate time from Houston 1 hour.
From Hempstead/Bellville: Take FM 159 from Hempstead to Bellville. After crossing the railroad tracks in Bellville take an immediate left at the first light on to State Highway 36 continue for approximately 6 miles to Farm Road 949. Turn right onto Farm Road 949 and follow this road to the first road to the left. This will be Trenchman Road and the camp gate entrance will be approximately ½ mile on your right. The camp gate is on the right (south) side of road. Main asphalt road will take you to the check-in building, the first building on your left. Approximate time from Hempstead 30 minutes.
Address: 1893 Trenchman Road, Sealy, TX 77474 map
Weekend Camping at Tellepsen Scout Camp
Scouts BSA/Venturing/Sea Scout Camping
Tellepsen Scout Camp is located at Bovay Scout Ranch (3450 County Road 317, Navasota, TX 77868) and has eight campsites that accommodate 50 individuals per site. Each campsite has a 30' x 40' pavilion with electricity. One shower and restroom facility will be available for every two campsites. Tellepsen Scout Camp has the council's largest rifle range and a 41-foot climbing tower. The rifle range consists of four 50-yard high-powered rifle stations, four 100-yard high-powered rifle stations, a five-stand shotgun range, eight shooting stations for .22 rifles and pistols and an archery range. The climbing tower has two rappelling stations per side of 11 feet, 22 feet, 32 feet, and 41 feet. Districts can reserve the Duke Energy Camporee site or Tellepsen Scout Camp for district events through the district professional.
Tellepsen Scout Ranch Reservations
Campsites are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. All program area and camping fees must be paid in advance to the Sam Houston Area Council office. In-council camper fee is $2.00 per weekend per person, out-of-council camper fee is $3.00 per weekend per person. If Tellepsen is full, troops and crews are allowed to camp at Bovay Scout Ranch.
Weekend Reservations at Tellepsen Scout Ranch
Weekend Programs and Leadership Requirements
(During weekend camping, units provide their own certified leadership for weekend activities such as climbing, canoeing and shooting sports.)
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Cost |
Additional Considerations |
Additional leadership requirements* |
| Camping |
$2 per person
($3 for out-of-council units) |
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| Archery |
$50 per group
(2-hours) |
Price includes shooting equipment. |
• One archery trained leader for every 10 shooters. |
| Rifle |
$8 per 25 rounds (minimum of 5 participants required) |
Personal equipment or ammunition is not allowed. Price includes 25 rounds of ammunition, rifles and safety glasses. |
• One Range Safety Officer (RSO) for every 8 shooters and,
• One National Rifle Association (NRA) Rifle trained leader for every 8 shooters. |
| Shotgun |
$13 per 25 rounds (minimum of 5 participants required) |
Personal equipment or ammunition is not allowed. Price includes 25 rounds of ammunition, shotgun, clays, and safety glasses. |
• One Range Safety Officer (RSO) for every 6 shooters and,
• One National Rifle Association (NRA) Shotgun trained leadership for each shooter. |
| Climbing and rappelling |
$13 per participant
(4 hours) |
Gear and equipment is provided. Participants must bring a hold harmless agreement. |
• One climbing level one trained leader and,
• One climbing director or climbing two trained leader |
| Canoeing |
$30 per trailer
(6 canoes per trailer) |
PFDs and paddles are provided. Canoes can only be used onsite. |
• One adult with Safety Afloat training for every ten people on the water
• One adult with Safe Swim Defense training for every ten people on the water
• Qualified supervision
• One person acting as a lookout
• Response personnel
• One adult certified in CPR |
Tellepsen Scout Camp Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What program areas are available at Tellepsen Scout Camp?
- Troops can reserve the shooting range, climbing tower. The shooting sports range can accommodate rifle and shotgun shooting as well as archery. Troops must provide their own certified trained adults according to the requirements for each activity.
- What are SHAC's camp policies, leadership requirements and safety considerations?
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Camp Policies and Leadership Requirements: See SHAC's Camp Guidelines and Policies and BSA Leadership Requirements.
Safety Considerations: All participants must follow all Guide to Safe Scouting policies and youth protection guidelines.
- What are the directions to Tellepsen Scout Camp?
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Tellepsen Scout Camp is located at Bovay Scout Ranch.
Directions through Hempstead: Take Hwy 290 North through Hempstead, TX. From Hempstead take Hwy 6N for 16 miles. Turn right onto County Road 317. Travel to end of road through camp gate.
Directions through Conroe: From Conroe, take Hwy 105 West for 45 miles. Turn left onto Highway 6 for three miles. Turn left onto County Road 317 (just past Grassy Creek). Travel to end of the road through camp gate.
Address: 3450 County Road 317, Navasota, TX 77868
Weekend Camping at Camp Strake
Scouts BSA/Venturing/Sea Scout Camping
Camp Strake, a first-class and state-of-the-art facility, is located Hines Lake Rd, Coldspring, TX 77331. Camp Strake has 20 campsites with pavilions, shooting ranges (rifle, shotgun, archery), a 28-acre lake, aquatics center with a swimming pool and pool house, extensive trail system, basketball court, zip lines, climbing tower, sports fields, chapel and more.
Camp Strake Reservations
Campsites are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. All program area and camping fees must be paid in advance to the Sam Houston Area Council office. In-council camper fee is $2.00 per weekend per person, out-of-council camper fee is $3.00 per weekend per person.
Weekend Reservations at Camp Strake open May 1, 2020
Weekend Programs and Leadership Requirements
(During weekend camping, units provide their own certified leadership for weekend activities such as climbing, canoeing and shooting sports.)
| |
Cost |
Additional Considerations |
Additional leadership requirements* |
| Camping |
$2 per person
($3 for out-of-council units) |
|
|
| Archery |
$50 per group
(2-hours) |
Price includes shooting equipment. |
• One archery trained leader for every 10 shooters. |
| Rifle |
$8 per 25 rounds (minimum of 5 participants required) |
Personal equipment or ammunition is not allowed. Price includes 25 rounds of ammunition, rifles and safety glasses. |
• One Range Safety Officer (RSO) for every 8 shooters and,
• One National Rifle Association (NRA) Rifle trained leader for every 8 shooters. |
| Shotgun |
$13 per 25 rounds (minimum of 5 participants required) |
Personal equipment or ammunition is not allowed. Price includes 25 rounds of ammunition, shotgun, clays, and safety glasses. |
• One Range Safety Officer (RSO) for every 6 shooters and,
• One National Rifle Association (NRA) Shotgun trained leadership for each shooter. |
| Climbing and rappelling |
$13 per participant
(4 hours) |
Gear and equipment is provided. Participants must bring a hold harmless agreement. |
• One climbing level one trained leader and,
• One climbing director or climbing two trained leader |
| Canoeing |
$30 per trailer
(6 canoes per trailer) |
PFDs and paddles are provided. Canoes can only be used onsite. |
• One adult with Safety Afloat training for every ten people on the water
• One adult with Safe Swim Defense training for every ten people on the water
• Qualified supervision
• One person acting as a lookout
• Response personnel
• One adult certified in CPR |
Camp Strake Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What program areas are available at Camp Strake?
- Troops can reserve the shooting range, climbing tower. The shooting sports range can accommodate rifle and shotgun shooting as well as archery. Troops must provide their own certified trained adults according to the requirements for each activity.
- What are SHAC's camp policies, leadership requirements and safety considerations?
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Camp Policies and Leadership Requirements: See SHAC's Camp Guidelines and Policies and BSA Leadership Requirements.
Safety Considerations: All participants must follow all Guide to Safe Scouting policies and youth protection guidelines.
- What are the directions to Tellepsen Scout Camp?
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Camp Strake is located at Hines Lake Rd, Coldspring, TX 77331
Latitude and Longitude: 30.617127, -95.247358
Camp Strake is located on 2,816 acres between New Waverly and Coldspring near the community of Evergreen, Tx. Lake Livingston is 10 miles east of the property. The camp is a 1.5-hour drive from downtown Houston and close to I-45 and the Grand Parkway. Camp Strake is surrounded on three sides by the Sam Houston National Forest and has the Lone Star Hiking Trail close to one corner of the property.
Camp Map Google Map