George Strake

George Strake logoThe George Strake District serves Scouting units in all of Conroe ISD and Willis ISD, which serve Conroe, Willis, Spring, The Woodlands, Oak Ridge and Shenandoah.

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George Strake District Roundtable

August 13, 2026 | 7:00 pm

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The Roundtable is a monthly district meeting typically held on the second Thursday of every month at Woodlands Methodist Church (2200 Lake Woodlands Dr.) to help unit leaders plan and implement their own programs. Roundtable is a form of supplemental training for volunteers. Roundtable meets in Room C210 (Second Floor).  It is best to enter the north side of the main church building. The meeting room is directly above the fish tank and circular slide. 
 

The objective of roundtable is to give leaders program ideas, information on events and training opportunities, and a chance 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. 
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Rocket Day

October 31, 2026

Rocket DayBoys and girls in kindergarten through fifth grade who join Cub Scouting this year will receive a rocket that they can design, build, and launch at Rocket Day. One rocket engine will be provided for all new Scouts who received a rocket during fall recruitment. 

Rocket Day is a perfect time to bring a friend and introduce them to all that Scouting has to offer

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Pushmobile

October 24, 2026

PushmobileA pushmobile derby is a race using pushmobiles built by a Cub Scout den and their parents and powered by the Cub Scouts. Scouts work together as a team to push their pushmobile through the course to the finish line at this annual district event. 

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Trail to Troop

October 16-18, 2026

Webelos WoodsTrail to Troop is a campout designed to introduce 4th- and 5th-grade Scouts to the many outdoor adventures of Scouting. This fantastic weekend event includes patrol-method camping and Scout activities. Trail to Troop is a great opportunity for Scouts to earn from older Scouts, and experience first-hand what's ahead in Scouts BSA. Find area troops at shacbsa.org/join-troop.  Learn more about the transition to Scouts BSA and questions to ask troop leaders at shacbsa.org/transition-to-scouts-bsa.

RSVP by the August roundtable and provide estimated registration numbers to receive a special early-bird registration fee.

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IOLS Training

September 12-13, 2026

trainingTraining is an important part of learning to become an effective leader. Trained leaders impact the quality of programs, leader tenure, youth tenure, and a whole lot more. A trained leader is better prepared to make the Scouting program all it can be! Every Scout deserves a trained leader. See the council training schedule for a list of additional trainings offered around the council. 

IOLS: Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (S11) Working as patrols, this hands-on course provides adult leaders the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. Upon completion, leaders should feel comfortable teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain the First Class rank.  Topics covered: • Campsite Selection • Ropes – Whipping, Tying, and Lashing • Wood Tools – Knife, Camp Saw, and Ax • Fire Site Preparation and Building • Cooking • First Aid • Plant and Animal Identification • Packing and Hiking Techniques • Map and Compass • Leave No Trace. The training encompasses a weekend. 

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BALOO

September 12-13, 2026

trainingBasic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout den or pack outdoor event, including packing camping, overnighters and den overnighters. BALOO training comprises two components – an online component and a practical, hands-on component. Both components must be completed to qualify as a trained Cub Scout outdoor leader and to receive the BALOO recognition patch. The online component contains introductory and basic information and must be completed prior to the practical component at my.scouting.org. The practical component is an overnight that takes about 16 hours to complete. 

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New Process for Eagle Scout Board of Reviews

Eagle Scout applications are now processed electronically both before and after the Eagle Scout Board of Review (EBOR). This streamlined process eliminates the need to travel to the Cockrell Scout Center for pre-EBOR application verification or to submit paperwork after the board of review. Once approved, Eagle Scout credentials may be picked up at your selected Scout Shop or mailed for a nominal fee.

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Campsgiving

November 21-24, 2025

Campsgiving, held during Thanksgiving break, is the turducken of camps for troops —an three-in-one experience combining a traditional camp (Turkey Camp), STEM Camp, and Mission Lone Star. Whether you're a Scout seeking merit badges, scientific discovery, or high-adventure thrills, there's something here for everyone.

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Winter Camp

December 26-31, 2026

Winter camp is a wonderful opportunity for troops and individual Scouts to camp and earn merit badges and participate in fun evening programs and activities. There are over 80 merit badge classes taught by Scouters with real-life experiences in the field. 

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Popcorn Fundraiser

Power your unit's program with our fall popcorn sale. Raise more money with less work in less time! Learn more about the upcoming popcorn sale and how to make sure your unit is successful. 

Popcorn Kernel Training prepares volunteers to run the annual fundraiser and covers setting unit budgets, tracking inventory, managing the Trail's End portal, and running Scout-focused sales incentives.

July 7, 2026 RSVP for Popcorn Training via Zoom
July 11, 2026     RSVP for Popcorn Training in-person  (Cockrell Scout Center)  

 

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Space U Odyssey

July 12-17, 2026

Space U Odyssey is a five-day, hands-on STEM experience inspired by real NASA missions that puts students in the role of NASA scientists, engineers, and astronauts.

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Aquatics Summit

August 7-9, 2026

Aquatics Summit is a fun-filled event for Scouts in troops, crews, and ships. Participants attend two merit badge classes.  In addition, there will be opportunities to try climbing and paddleboarding. Sea Scouts and Venturers can participate in survivor-inspired adventures. Troops, crews, and ships can camp for the weekend. 

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Lifeguard Training

August 14-16 or 28-30, 2026

The American Red Cross lifeguard class teaches participants to recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies through hands-on training in skills like water rescue, First Aid, CPR, and AED use. The program includes a prerequisite swim test and ends with final skills assessments, resulting in a nationally recognized certification that satisfies workplace requirements. The course for Scouts ages 15+ and adults lasts 23-27 hours, comprising both online and in-person components,

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Full Throttle

September 18-20, 2026

Full Throttle is a weekend event for Scouts in troops, crews, ships, and individual Scouts. Scouts spend a half-day participating in program areas such as shooting sports, climbing, swimming, ziplining, and boating. Scouts will spend a half-day working on a merit badge. Full Throttle is a great way for Scouts to have fun, learn essential skills that could be useful in a survival scenario, and earn survival-related merit badges.

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