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The Texas Skies District serves Scouting units in the Katy and Royal school districts.

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Texas Skies District Roundtable

October 10, 2024  |  7:00 - 8:30 pm

roundtableRoundtable is a district monthly meeting typically held the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm at Houston Community College in room 101 A/B ( 22910 Colonial Parkway, Katy, TX 77449) to help unit leaders plan and carry out their own program.  Roundtable is a form of supplemental training for volunteers. The objective of roundtable is to give leaders program ideas, information on events and training opportunities, and an opportunity to share experiences and enjoy fun and fellowship with other Scouting leaders. As a result of the roundtable experience, unit leaders will be inspired, motivated, informed, and able to provide a stronger program for their Scouts. Follow the district Facebook page at facebook.com/SHACTexasSkies.

Posted by Darlene Scheffler Monday, January 1, 2024 3:27:00 AM

Cuboree

October 25-27, 2024

cuboreeCuboree is a weekend campout for Cub Scouts and their families. Let the games begin! Test out your Scout skills in this weekend event for Cub Scouts (kindergarten through 5th grade) and their families to kick off the Scouting year. Lions, Tigers, Wolves, Bears, and Webelos Scouts and their families can camp with their pack for the weekend or just attend the Saturday activities.

Packs will be assigned a campsite. After the opening flag ceremony on Saturday morning, the Cub Scouts will rotate as a pack through stations completing fun and wacky team-building activities as part of carnival games! Each pack will compete to earn points with awards being given at the campfire. Packs are encouraged to practice their favorite skit or song to perform at the campfire on Saturday evening.

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Posted by Darlene Scheffler Monday, July 1, 2024 10:42:00 PM

Rocket Day

November 9, 2024

Rocket DayYouth who join Cub Scouts this year will receive a rocket that they can design and build at home. Youth in kindergarten through fifth grade who are interested in joining Scouting may also attend. We will help you find a pack near you and get signed up for Scouting. 

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Posted by Darlene Scheffler Saturday, June 1, 2024 3:23:00 AM

Trail to Troop

January 17-19, 2025

Webelos WoodsTrail to Troop is a weekend event designed to introduce Scouts (4th and 5th grade) and their family to some of the exciting adventures of Scouts BSA. The event is filled with fun activities, intriguing demonstrations, and plenty of outdoor excitement. The purpose of Trail to Troop is to showcase the Scout tenants of a youth-led troop. Parents can learn about the transition to Scouts BSA.

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Posted by Darlene Scheffler Wednesday, May 1, 2024 11:38:00 PM
Full Throttle

Full Throttle

August 03, 2024

October 18-20, 2024

Full Throttle is a weekend event for troops. Acquire valuable trade skills from our experts while working on merit badges and participating in program areas.  

STEM Camp

STEM Camp

August 03, 2024

November 23-26, 2024

STEM Camp is a new extraordinary opportunity for Scouts in troops, crews, and ships to work on STEM-related merit badges and Nova awards. Scouts can engage in hands-on learning and explore exhilarating STEM programs, exhibits, and activities. If a Scout wants to learn more about science, technology, engineering, or mathematics, then this is the week to be at camp! There will also be a Super Troop for individual Scouts to attend.

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University of Scouting

University of Scouting

August 02, 2024

November 16, 2024

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. Scouts in troops can take Den Chief and Troop Guide Training or merit badge classes. 

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Arrow of Light Advancement Day

Arrow of Light Advancement Day

August 02, 2024

November 8-10, 2024

Arrow of Light Advancement Day is an event for 5th-grade Arrow of Light Scouts at Bovay Scout Ranch. During this fast-paced, fun-filled weekend Webelos Scouts learn skills they will need for their first camp out with a troop. Scouts will work in patrols to participate in a variety of activities, including leather belt making, patrol challenges, pioneering projects, cooking, and low-cope team-building activities. 

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Recruiting

Recruiting

April 25, 2024

Recruitment efforts take place throughout the year. Our main objective is to give multiple joining opportunities to ensure that every youth is invited to join Scouting and to fulfill our promise to new Scouts for a great Scouting program. Learn More.

Adventure Camp

Adventure Camp

November 21, 2023

Adventure Camp is a weekend campout at Bovay Scout Ranch for Cub Scouts and their families. Scouts can participate in an exciting variety of activities at several program areas and STEM-based activities. 

Wood Badge

Wood Badge

July 29, 2023

Wood Badge is the Boy Scouts of America's ultimate leadership training designed to meet the advanced leadership needs of Scouters. It is a fun, energetic and inspiring course guaranteed to infuse your unit with fun and meaning – all designed to fulfill the mission of the BSA, and ensure our youth is getting everything they are promised from the program. 

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Merit Badge Days

Merit Badge Days

July 03, 2023

Merit Badge Days are an opportunity for Scouts in troops to work on requirements merit badges. Over 100 merit badge class opportunities are available throughout the year.

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