Apollo District

ApolloThe Apollo District serves Scouting units in the southeast and southwest area of the Houston ISD attendance zones of Harris County, including Sharpstown, Bellaire, Meyerland, Braes Oak, Third Ward, Sunnyside, and Hiram Clarke areas. 

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Apollo District Roundtable

October 10, 2024 | 7:00 - 9:00 pm


roundtableRoundtable is a district monthly meeting typically held the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm at Bellaire United Methodist Church (4417 Bellaire Blvd, Bellaire, TX 77401) 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 policy, 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 us on Facebook at facebook.com/ApolloDistrict.

Rocket Day

September 28, 2024

Rocket DayYouth who join Cub Scouts this year will receive a rocket that they can design, build, and launch at Rocket Day. 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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Merit Badge Fair

October 7, 2024

Merit Badge UniversityThe Merit Badge University is an opportunity for Scouts in troops to work towards one or two merit badges. These are not give-away merit badges, and this is not a merit badge factory. Scouts are expected to fulfill all the requirements by reading the merit badge book ahead of time, attending classes and doing prerequisites. Scouts are expected to participate fully during the class in order to receive full credit for the requirements completed onsite.  

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Trail to Troop

October 18-20, 2024

Webelos WoodsTrail to Troop is an overnight campout aimed primarily at fostering relationships between Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts (4th and 5th graders) and Scouts BSA as they prepare to transition into the Scouts BSA program. Scouts BSA troops work with the Scouts in a variety of activities and games, aimed at furthering their understanding Scouting and the Scouts BSA program.

Learn more about transition to Scouts BSA 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 shacbsa.org/webelos. Find area troops at shacbsa.org/join-troop.

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Full Throttle

September 01, 2024

September 20-22, 2024

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 and learn various watercraft, navigation, and aquatics skills from our Sea Scouts.

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Angler Classic

August 20, 2024

September 28, 2024

Dive into the excitement of the Angler Adventure, the ultimate fishing derby for Scouts in troops, crews, and ships hosted at the breathtaking Camp Strake! Nestled in the heart of nature's embrace, this event brings together passionate anglers for an unforgettable fishing experience.



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.  


Arrow of Light Advancement Day

August 02, 2024

November 8-10, 2024

Arrow of Light Advancement Day is an event for 4th- and 5th-grade Webelos and 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

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

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

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

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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