Scouts and parents, it's time to sign up for the Fall Lockin and Movie-Thon! Scouts will take over Huffman Hall at 7 PM on Friday, Aug 22, and stay through 7 AM on Saturday. Scouts whop need to arrive late, that's fine (just make a note when signing up). Scouts generally bring snack foods and drinks of choice, Scout-appropriate movies or games (this event has featured some epic Nerf wars! ), and a blanket or sleeping bag. The troop will buy pizza for dinner (probably Dominos). Sign up now, and come prepared for fun! Parents, we are looking to get 2-3 adults signed up for each four-hour shift. We must have at least two BSA-registered adults at all times. (If you are a parent who has not yet registered, this could be a good reason to do that!)

Registration for STEM Adventure Weekend is now open! Scouts who attend can sign up for up to three STEM classes and enjoy “STEM in Action” activities on Saturday evening including climbing, flight simulator, and star party. After registering, scouts may change classes online or at event check-in as long as the class has space. Adults who attend select classes, too -- select areas where you would like to help. Training for the COSMIC program (the new council STEM award) will also be offered for adult mentors.

The Chisholm Merit Badge Fair is an annual event hosted by the Chisholm Trail District of Capitol Area Council that gives Scouts the opportunity to earn merit badges ranging from elective activities like Music to most of the Eagle-required merit badges. Held this year on Saturday, August 9th at the Austin Community College - Round Rock Campus this fair aims to create an environment where Scouts have an opportunity to continue their advancement program and earn valuable merit badges in an engaging way. It gives youth the opportunity to take two three-hour classes or a six-hour merit badge block. Returning for this year is Robotics, which is a single all-day class. This event historically draws close to 400 youth. This event is open to everyone. Utilizing 18 classrooms and various other open or public spaces to create a great environment for learning there will also be the opportunity to attend an Adult Leader info session. The day is divided into two, three-hour classes or periods, with a built-in bring your own lunchtime in the middle of the day.

In September 2025, the national Scouts BSA committee will launch its next National Youth Council cohort - a group of youth who will help shape the future of the Scouts BSA program by sharing their perspectives on the program’s strengths and growth areas, and what we should be thinking about going forward. This group will provide feedback on programmatic ideas under consideration by the Scouts BSA committee. The National Youth Council will be comprised of up to 40 total youth with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds from councils across the BSA. This is a unique opportunity for youth to virtually meet Scouts from across the country and help improve the Scouts BSA program. Interested? (1) read this overview of the 2025 Youth Council and then (2) complete an online application form (which includes one page that our Scoutmaster would sign). The application is due August 15. In order to apply, the Scout must be: 

Scouts have several chances to get discounted sports tickets right now! Scouts Day at the Astros is this Sunday. Round Rock Express is inviting Scouts in August 3, and will have train rides, inflatables and the chanc e to run the bases after the game. Finally, Texas A&M is offering Scouts a shot at tickets for two of their football games this season (wow!). 

Adults, which of these training classes are you up for?

Tower Climbing Instructor Training/Prerequisite COPE for Training Class (Registration Now Open)