Lone Star District

Lone Star logoThe Lone Star District serves Scouting units in the Aldine, Spring Branch, and Houston ISD schools including Garden Oaks, Oak Forest, Acres Homes, the Heights, Independence Heights, and north side of downtown Houston areas.

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Lone Star District Roundtable

April 3, 2025 | 7:00 pm


roundtableRoundtable is a district monthly meeting typically held the first Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm at  the Cockrell Scout Center (2225 North Loop West, Houston, 77008) 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/LoneStarDistrict.

 

 

New District Executive

District ExecutiveBradelyPlease join us in welcoming Bradley Harden as the district executive for the Lone Star District.  His role as district executive will be to provide leadership and support to the volunteers in our district with a focus on district operations, membership recruiting, unit service, family Friends of Scouting, and product sales. Bradley is a graduate of the University of Houston and a proud Eagle Scout from the Sam Houston Area Council. 

Camporee

April 4-6, 2025

camporeeCamporee is a weekend campout for troops. Patrols compete in various competitions and are judged on leadership, teamwork, skill demonstration and Scout spirit.

Activities will be based on Scout skills. There will be 12 events. Patrols will go to events in any order. Patrol leaders are responsible for getting their patrol to all events. Awards will be based on overall patrol scores. Ribbons will be awarded to all patrols with special awards for the top three patrols and top troop based on patrol average. 

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Day Camp

June 9-13, 2025

Day CampGet ready for Cub Scout Day Camp 2024: Outdoor Adventure! Cub Scouts will explore a variety of Outdoor Adventures, learn new skills, and make new friends! Day Camp is open to Scout entering 1st grade - 5th grade next school year. Day camp is a week of fun with awesome programs and activities such as BB guns, archery, sports, STEM, games and crafts, rank advancements, Scout skills, fun, and more.

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Fishing Derby

March 15, 2025

May 3, 2025

The Cub Scout Fishing Derby is an opportunity for Cub Scouts to catch the big one! This event is great for seasoned anglers or Scouts who haven't ever cast a line. 


Strake Odyssey

February 16, 2025

July 13-19, 2025. 

Strake Odyssey is our space-focused camp where Scouts in troops, crews and ships embark on an extraordinary journey.


Full Throttle

January 11, 2025

April 25-27, 2025

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.



University of Scouting

November 21, 2024

April 11-13, 2025

University of Scouting is a semi-annual supplemental training program. The spring event will focus on outdoor trainings to help leaders enhance their ability to deliver a fun and exciting program to the Scouts. Classes range from a half-day to the entire weekend. Courses offered: • Cub Scout Basic Training • New Cub Scout Program Updates • Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) • Climbing & COPE • BSA Lifeguard • Angler Education • Leave No Trace • Shooting Sports (Rifle, Shotgun & Range Master) • Trainer's EDGE

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Summer Camp

October 02, 2024

Summer Camp is a week-long council-organized overnight camp for Scouts in troops that operates under council-retained leadership. There are unique programs for first-year Scouts and experienced Scouts. Summer camp is held at Camp Strake, a first-class and state-of-the-art facility for Scouts and their leaders. Program areas include shooting sports (rifle, shotgun, archery, sporting arrows), climbing, rappelling, boating (canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, rowing), swimming, ATV riding, ziplining, cycling, merit badge classes and more.

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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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