Scouting Wire posted a great little article to reinforce the importance of safe transportation for all Scouting activities. Whether heading to a weekend campout, a high-adventure trek, or a local event, ensuring Scouts arrive safely is a shared responsibility. Proper planning, adherence to policies, and vigilance on the road are key to preventing accidents and ensuring every trip is a safe and successful one. Details: Safeguarding Moment: Transporting Scouts Safely - Scouting Wire

  The next National Jamboree will be held at Summit Bechtel Reserve from July 22-31, 2026.  Jamboree is more than a destination. It’s the adventure of lifetime. And there is simply nothing else like it on the planet. What’s a Jamboree? It’s not camp. National Jamboree is 360-degrees of fun, friends and fellowship with hands-on adventure that takes you places you never thought you’d go and challenge you to try things you never thought you could. It’s the beginning of your own heroes’ journey that will challenge you to go farther than you ever thought possible. You’ll reach deeper and lift yourself higher to become the best version of yourself. Start planning now if you want to go to Jamboree 2026!  Our local council is putting together a contingent that will leave Austin early on July 22 and return late on July 31, 2026. You can register now. There's a $500 deposit, with the balance to be paid in instalments. Capitol Area Council - 2026 National Jamboree

Scribe Jacob Stooksberry is taking notes on Scout meetings to help everyone keep track of what's going on and what needs doing.

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 Spring Break is here and that means you may be busy making your Scout's summer plans! Our Council's STEAM day camp, TechLab, is a great option!  Camp is located in the Applied Technology Center at Anderson High School over four weekly sessions, starting June 23. You can also invite friends, as they welcome youth in and out of Scouting who will attend Grades 3-9 next school year. Scouts will complete Adventures (if a Cub Scout) or Merit Badges (if in Scouts BSA). Sign up now and make a partial payment, with the full camp fee due in June. CLICK HERE to register. If you'd like more information, visit the website at www.techlab.camp.

Our troop calendar now makes it easier to plan for carpooling. When RSVPing for an event, adults can check a Driver box to show they are driving to the campout, and then fill in a number of Other Passengers to show how many additional people they can take.  

Spend Saturday, Mar 29, out at Lost Pines! You can enjoy the beautiful weather and try out an orienteering challenge! You can also, if you like, sign up to earn the Orienteering Merit Badge! Sign up on the Council website.