Big Cypress District

Nothing highlights the fun and excitement of Scouting like being in the outdoors. Whether it’s day camp, summer camp, or a fall camporee, getting outside is what kids want to do! And no one does ”the outdoors” better than Scouting America. Let’s help new families join the fun. The Scouting America Brand Center has posters, logos, customizable recruiting materials, and more that can be downloaded and printed! Unit leaders can order customized fliers for packs and troops to help recruit Scouts and invite families to join us in the outdoors as we #AdventureOn!  

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Campsgiving, held during Thanksgiving break, is the turducken of camps for troops —an all-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 is a wonderful opportunity for troops to camp and Scouts to earn merit badges and participate in fun evening program and activities There are over 80 merit badge classes taught by Scouters with real-life experiences in the field. Similar to summer camp, Super Troop is being added for individual Scouts.

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National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is an exciting, action-packed six-day council-level program designed to provide Scouts in troops, crews, and ships with leadership skills and experience they can use in their home units and other situations demanding leadership of self and others. 

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Full Throttle is a weekend event for troops. Scouts spend a half-day participating in program areas such as shooting sports, climbing, swimming, ziplining, and boating, and a half-day working on a merit badges related to essential Scouting skills.

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. 

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Scouting America, in consultation with other organizations, has developed specific guidelines, training, and instructor certification for Scouts and Scouters who will serve in leadership or supervisory roles in various range and target activities. Cub Scout Range Master, USA Archery, and NRA courses are being offered.

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The Scout Oath instills in youth that, “On my honor I will do my best … to help other people at all times.” Emergency care is no exception. CPR/AED, first aid, and wilderness first aid trainings are offered to help Scouting America volunteers and staff members teach Scouts how to provide life-saving care in the event of an emergency.  

First Aid Training

Wood Badge is Scouting 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 Scouting America and ensure our youth are getting everything they are promised from the program. 

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Troops are needed to support Adventure Camps. Sign up your troop to volunteer and enjoy free camping and meals while contributing to the future of Scouting!