Bayshore District

Activities Committee
The district committee responsible for planning, promoting, and operating district wide activities in five categories: display events, competitive events, civic service, dinners and shows, and Scouting Anniversary Week. more

Akela's Trail – first Saturday in November: Cub Leader Training

Previously called Pow Wow, Akela's Trail is more than just another training day. It is a council-wide, fun-filled Cub Scout leader extravaganza. With over 50 courses to choose from, Cub Scout leaders will have numerous opportunities to increase their knowledge of the Cub Scout program, learn new skills to make program planning easier and more fun, and gain enthusiasm and confidence during hands-on experiences with outdoor skills, crafts, song-leading, games, derbies, and a wide variety of topics that will help make Cub Scouting more fun for adults and Scouts. more

American Indian Weekend – December: Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts

American Indian Weekend is a weekend event at Bovay consisting of Native American workshops and a large PowWow. more

Arrow of Light Ceremonies – Spring: Cub Packs

The Arrow of Light is the highest rank in Cub Scouting and is the only Cub Scout badge that may be worn on the Boy Scouts uniform. A boy who has earned the Arrow of Light Award is eligible to become a Boy Scout. The Bayshore Ani-Lati Chapter performs unforgettable Arrow of Light Ceremonies for our packs. To schedule a ceremony, click here.

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BALOO: Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation Training – for Cub Scout leaders and parents

BALOO (pronounced Bah-loo) teaches introductory camping skills and safety procedures that will insure a fun and safe camping experience for Cub Scout families. Pack overnighters are required to be organized and led by an adult who has successfully completed BALOO. If your pack is planning a camping trip during the coming year, make sure a pack representative attends this training. BALOO covers camping, outdoor activities, games, ceremonies, selecting & using camping equipments, health & safety, campfire programs, cooking, and more. more

Bear
The rank designed for a Cub Scout in the third grade (or 9 years old).

Blue and Gold Banquet.
A birthday dinner for Scouting held by Cub Scout packs in February to celebrate the founding of the Boy Scouts of America in 1910 and of Cub Scouting in 1930.

Bobcat
The first rank in Cub Scouting.

Boys' Life
The magazine for all boys published by the Boy Scouts of America. more

BSA family camping
An outdoor camping experience, other than resident camping, that involves elements of Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, or Venturing in overnight settings with two or more family members, including at least one BSA member of the family. more

BSA Family program and award
The BSA Family program, as outlined in the BSA Family Book, helps strengthen families of Cub Scouts and encourages family involvement in Scouting. The program includes a weekly “family talk” that provides family members an opportunity to learn and practice relationship skills as well as suggested family activities that fulfill requirements for registered BSA families to earn the BSA Family Award. more

BSA Mission Statement
The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.

BSA National Crime Prevention program
The BSA National Crime Prevention program has four components: youth, family, community, and unit— each with its own role in the program and suggested activities. Developing crime prevention coalitions and initiatives with local United Ways, law enforcement, and other agencies is a key component of this BSA program. more

BSA Vision Statement
The Boy Scouts of America is the nation’s foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. In the future Scouting will continue to • Offer young people responsible fun and adventure • Instill in young people lifetime values and develop in them ethical character as expressed in the Scout Oath and Law • Train young people in citizenship, service, and leadership • Serve America’s communities and families with its quality, values-based program

Buddy System.
One part of the Safe Swim Defense plan. Swimmers of like ability are paired, check in and out of the water together, and stay within 10 feet of each other during the swim. The buddy system is also used in other aquatics, hiking, and camping activities for safety reasons and in working with a merit badge counselor.

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Camping
Camping is the hallmark of Scouting. more

Camporee – April: Boy Scouts

A camporee is a district activity to demonstrate the techniques of living in camp. Troops around the district attend a weekend campout and patrols compete in Scoutcraft competitions. Patrols are judged on Leadership, Teamwork, Skill Demonstration and Scout Spirit. more

Chartered Organization
A religious, civic, fraternal, educational, or other community-based organization that has applied for and received a charter to operate a BSA Scouting unit. Do not use the term “chartered partner.”

Climb On Safely.
The BSA’s recommended procedure for conducting all BSA climbing/rappelling activities. The eight points— qualified supervision, discipline, physical fitness, safe area, equipment, planning, environmental conditions, and qualified instruction—help ensure the safety and well-being of participants. more

Colonneh Lodge
Colonneh Lodge is the local council Order of the Arrow group chartered annually by the National Council. more

Commissioner
A volunteer Scouter who works with packs, troops, and Venturing crews to help the units succeed. In addition to the council commissioner, there are district commissioners, assistant district commissioners, roundtable commissioners, and unit commissioners. more

Commissioner’s Conference Training – December: Adults

This training is not just for Commissioners. Training sessions include: Parent Recruiting, Unit Budgeting, Council Resources, Recharter Training, Helping Troops Deliver the Promise, Helping Units Resolve Problems, Commissioner Training, Roundtable Staff Training, and more.

Council
Bayshore is located in Sam Houston Area Council which is an administrative body chartered to be responsible for Scouting. Voting membership may include active members at large and chartered organization representatives. The program is directed by an executive board of volunteers and administered by a Scout executive and staff of professional Scouters. There are about 300 local councils in the United States. more

Council Coordinated Meetings

Council Coordinated Meetings are typically held in October, March and June at the Cockrell Scout Center for District volunteers. The business meeting is followed by breakout session for Advancement, Activities, Camping, Commissioners, Finance, Key 3, Order of the Arrow, Public Relations, and Twilight Camp.

Council Service Center (Cockrell Scout Center)

Sam Houston Area Council headquarters is located at 225 N Loop W, Houston, 77008-1311. The mailing address is PO Box 924528 Houston 77292. They can be contacted at 713-659-8111 or 713-659-6729 (fax). The Cockrell Service Center is open Monday-Friday from 8am to 4:30pm, except holidays. map more

Cub Scout Motto

Do Your Best.

Cub Scout Outdoor Program Guidelines

A successful outdoor program that meets the goals of the Cub Scout program will ensure that all activities are appropriate for the target age group....more

Cub Scout Promise
I, [name], promise to do my best, To do my duty to God and my country, To help other people, and To obey the Law of the Pack.

Cub Scout Sports and Academics program
A supplemental enrichment program that complements Cub Scouting. A pack may select any of 29 sports or academic subjects to pursue. Sports or Academics belt loops, pins, and jacket letters recognize the Cub Scouts for participation and practice. more

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Den Leader Award
An award available to Cub Scout den leaders for completing requirements of tenure, training, and performance. There is also a Webelos Den Leader Award. more

Derby Day: Pinewood Derby, Smash Derby & Raingutter Regatta - February

Cub Scouts love making Pinewood Derby cars and Raingutter Regatta boats. The kits can be purchased at the Scout Shop. Derby Day is open to ALL Scouts, Siblings, and Parents. You do Not have to have won or placed in your pack Pinewood Derby to enter. Each car will run several races. The lowest cumulative time is declared the winner. Trophies will be awarded for 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd, most creative and best workmanship in each rank. There is also an open division for Siblings and Parents.

Raingutter Regatta kits are available at the Scout Shop. The races are run triple elimination style. The boys really enjoy racing these easy to build boats. The Smash Derby….this is Not your daddy's derby! No way. Only the strong survive. Are you Cub Enough to participate in Tournament Jousting, Cub-Scout style! Two cars will be placed on a U-shaped track. The Pinewood Derby car that knocks the other car off the track will be the winner for that race. Speed alone just isn't enough anymore . . . Who knows what you'll come up against when your turn's up . . . The construction rules are the same as for the traditional downhill Derby event. The Smash Derby will be run after the Pinewood Derby races so you can use the same car for both races or bring a separate car. For more information, click here.

District Award of Merit
A recognition for Scouters who give noteworthy service to youth at the district level. This award is presented annually at the District Recognition Dinner. more

District Committee
Consisting of chartered organization representatives (CORs) and elected district members at large, the district committee coordinates the functions of the district to carry out the policies and objectives of the council. The District Committee typically meets the last Thursday of every month at University Baptist Church. Any adult volunteer may attend.

District Executive (DE)
A professional Scouter who works under the direction of the local council Scout executive and acts as an adviser to the volunteer leaders in the district. (contact info)

District Recognition Dinner - February

You are guaranteed a night of Fun, Fellowship and some Fabulous Food at District Dinner. Join us as we acknowledge and thank our adult volunteers for the hard work and dedication that made this year incredibly successful. Bayshore’s outstanding leaders at the unit and district levels will also be recognized. All volunteers are invited. For more information, click here.

Drugs: A Deadly Game
The BSA’s campaign to encourage youth to repudiate drugs. more

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Eagle Scout
The highest rank for Scouts. Combinations: "Eagle Scout badge," "Eagle Scout requirements," "Eagle Scout rank," "Eagle Scout Award," "Eagle Palm."

Ethics in Action
Ethics in Action uses fun activities to encourage Cub Scouts and their leaders to think more deeply about values and about some of the decisions and consequences of decisions that are a normal part of growing up. The activities also try to enhance boys’ respect and concern for others by helping them see things from different points of view.

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Fall PowWow (OA) - October: Boy Scouts: Order of the Arrow
Fall PowWow is Colonneh’s premier Lodge event. It is a combination of Native American activities such as ceremony and dance classes, regalia building activities, competitions and PowWows; sports; exciting games; shows; expos; and more.

Fast Start Training
Adult volunteer leadership training that immediately furnishes the information new leaders need to help them get started, help them understand what is expected of them, and assist in establishing effective meeting patterns. online training

First Aid Meet – January: Boy Scouts

Boy Scout Patrols are tested on their first aid skills at the First Aid meet. Patrol work as a team to solve several first aid scenarios. The top two scoring patrols represent the district at the Council First Aid meet in February.

Friends of Scouting (FOS)
An annual opportunity for Scouters and interested people in the community to be identified with the local council through their financial support and influence in the expansion of the council program. In 2007, the Sam Houston Area Council will spend approximately $125 per registered youth member above and beyond national registration fee and local unit expenses to maintain the needed support for the Scouting program to be offered to the community. In short, the Friends of Scouting supports programs, camps, facilities, staff, communications and much more to help thousands of parents and leaders to effectively deliver the Scouting program. more

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God and Country program
A series of religious emblems that can be earned by Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers of the Protestant faiths. The God and Me emblem is presented to Tiger Cubs and 8-year-old Cub Scouts. The God and Family emblem is presented to Cub Scouts, the God and Church emblem to Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts, and the God and Life emblem to Venturers.

Guide to Safe Scouting

The purpose of the Guide to Safe Scouting is to prepare adult leaders to conduct Scouting activities in a safe and prudent manner. The policies and guidelines have been established because of the real need to protect members from known hazards that have been identified through 90-plus years of experience. more

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High Adventure Rally

The High Adventure Rally program helps your unit plan High Adventure experiences. The Rally includes training and support of the Council High Adventure Committee. Meet experts who will show your Troop and Crew how to have an experience of a lifetime. Boy Scouts, Venturers, and Leaders are invited to attend. more

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Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills Training - – Various times throughout the year: Scoutmasters, ASMs

This is a third component of basic leader training for Scoutmasters, and assistant Scoutmasters. This weekend camping course emphasizes the skills required for First Class rank and helps you plan and conduct an outdoor camping experience with your unit. (weekend campout) more

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Jamboree
A term chosen by Baden-Powell to describe the first international gathering of Scouts camping together in London in 1920. Over 40,000 scouts attend BSA’s national jamboree every four years. more

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Key 6
The district Key 6 consists of the district chair, district commissioner, district executive, vice chair of finance, vice chair of program, and vice chair of membership. contact info

Key Leader’s Conference – January: District Committee Members

Key Leader’s Conference is typically held January at the Cockrell Scout Center for District volunteers. The business meeting is followed by a District Committee meeting and then breakout sessions for Advancement, Activities, Camping, Commissioners, Finance, Key 3, Order of the Arrow, and Public Relations.

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Leader Specific Training – Various times throughout the year: Adult leaders

LST provides the specialized knowledge a new leader needs to assume a leadership role in the position for which he or she is registered. Because each course is designed for a specific leadership position, the training time varies from course to course. Leader Specific Training has been developed for the following positions and their assistants: Tigers, Wolves, Bears, and Webelos, Leaders, Cubmasters, Pack Committee Members, Scoutmasters, and Venturing Leaders. more

Leave No Trace

Instilling values in young people and preparing them to make moral and ethical choices their lifetime is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America.... We should all practice Leave No Trace in our thinking and actions - - wherever we go. more

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National Council
This is the corporate membership chartered by the United States Congress to operate the program of the Boy Scouts of America. Members include all elected members of the National Executive Board, members of regional executive committees, elected local council representatives, elected members at large, and elected honorary members. The program of the National Council is directed by the National Executive Board and administered by the Chief Scout Executive and a staff of professional Scouters at the national office and in other locations. Biennial National Council meetings are held. more

National Eagle Scout Association (NESA)
This group provides an opportunity for all Eagle Scouts to retain identification with Scouting through service to the local council in which they live. more

New Leader Essentials Training (Various times throughout the year)

This course is an introductory session for all adult leaders that presents an overview of key components of the overall Scouting program. Its goal is to help leaders from all program areas understand that they are all striving for the same results with the youth they serve. Each leader completes New Leader Essentials only once. more

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Order of the Arrow
Scouting’s national honor society. Youth members (Arrowmen) must hold First Class Scout rank; they are elected by all youth members of the troop, based on their Scouting spirit and camping ability. The aim of the OA is to promote the outdoor program and service to Scouting. Colonneh Lodge is Sam Houston Area Council’s Lodge and Ani-Lati is the Bayshore District chapter.

Order of the Arrow Meetings (ani-lati chapter) - Monthly

Chapter meetings are held at St. James Presbyterian Church at Spencer and Underwood in La Porte on the second Sunday of every month. The regular chapter meeting begins at 3 pm followed by ceremony practice, drumming and singing. For more information, click here.

Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders Training – for Webelos Den Leaders and assistants.

This supplemental training course gives Webelos den leaders information and hands-on practice in the outdoor skills needed to work with Webelos Scouts. Recommended prior to conducting a Webelos den overnight campout. You will learn about knots, wood tools, first aid, fire building, site selections, tents, bedding, weather, cooking, sanitation, flag ceremonies, campfire planning, Webelos badge activities, helpful Webelos Woods hints, and more. This training in conjunction with Cub Scout Leader Specific Training for the Webelos leader, and YPT are required for the Webelos leader to be considered trained. (overnight campout) Registration form.

Outdoor Code
As an American, I will do my best to— Be clean in my outdoor manners. I will treat the outdoors as a heritage. I will take care of it for myself and others. I will keep my trash and garbage out of lakes, streams, fields, woods, and roadways. Be careful with fire. I will prevent wildfire. I will build my fires only where they are appropriate. When I have finished using fire, I will make sure it is coldout. I will leave a clean fire ring, or remove all evidence of my fire. Be considerate in the outdoors. I will treat public and private property with respect. I will use low-impact methods of hiking and camping. Be conservation-minded. I will learn how to practice good conservation of soil, waters, forests, minerals, grasslands, wildlife, and energy. I will urge others to do the same.

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Pack
The unit that conducts Cub Scouting for the chartered organization. A pack comprises Tiger, Cub Scout, and Webelos Scout dens. To find a pack in Bayshore, click here.

Philmont Scout Ranch
Western high adventure happens here for older Scouts and Venturers in 137,000 acres of rugged northern New Mexico. The ranch also has a center for volunteer training. The address is Cimarron, NM 87714. more

Philmont Training Center
Where national leaders train key volunteers; located at Philmont Scout Ranch. more

Pinewood Derby
A pack activity that involves making and racing model cars on a g track. Bayshore district holds a Pinewood Derby race every February. more

Popcorn - Fall

The Sam Houston Area Council has two fundraisers for units each year. The Popcorn sale is simple, and profitable for units and feature a simplified product-pricing plan, with a straight percentage of the gross sales going back to units. SHAC provides exciting prizes and incentives, giving units the opportunity to increase the percentage of profit. With the proven, powerful product lineup and pricing plan, units realize great profits. more.

Powder Horn Training Venture Leaders

This weekend activity training for Scout and Venturing leaders is like "day camp for adults" where leaders get to sample a bit of many exciting physical sports and challenges. more

Pow Wow / Akela's Trail – first Saturday in November: Cub Leaders

Cub Scout Leader's Pow Wow has been renamed Akela's Trail and is more than just another training day. It is a council-wide, fun-filled Cub Scout leader extravaganza. With over 50 courses to choose from, Cub Scout leaders will have numerous opportunities to increase their knowledge of the Cub Scout program, learn new skills to make program planning easier and more fun, and gain enthusiasm and confidence during hands-on experiences with outdoor skills, crafts, song-leading, games, derbies, and a wide variety of topics that will help make Cub Scouting more fun for adults and Scouts. more

Program Preview - May and September Roundtables

All leaders are warmly invited to attend Program Preview. The district calendar and a sneak preview of the annual program is presented at May Roundtable. In September, district registration forms and council fliers are provided to every unit. All unit leaders who contribute to planning should attend. more

Puff-Up – Catholic Scouting Retreat - October

Conducted by the Galveston-Houston Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting, Puff-Up is a day long set of activities for Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts and their families to promote a deeper understanding of the Catholic faith. Family camping is available on Friday and Saturday night. more

Pushmobile - October

Get out the power tools out and start building your Pushmobile for the Cub Scouts favorite event of the year. Boys work together as a team push a boy powered go-cart to finish line. Races are run double elimination style. For more information, click here.

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Quality awards
Recognition given each charter year to units, districts, councils, areas, and regions that commit to and meet specified national standards pertaining to leader training service, advancement, camping, and membership growth.

Quartermaster
The highest rank in Sea Scouting, conferred with the Quartermaster Award.