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SHAC Glossary

 

National Glossary

 

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

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  

 

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.
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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.
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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.  
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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 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. 
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Camporee April/May:  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.  Registration form Map

 

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.
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Colonneh Lodge
Colonneh Lodge is the local council Order of the Arrow group chartered annually by the National Council. 
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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. 
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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.  
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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-o-ree  - March

Cub-o-ree is a daylong event that will be filled with activities such as Pinewood Derby, Raingutter Regatta, Smash Derby, Fishing Tournament, archery, crafts, games and more.  This is a great day to recruit new Scouts and get them signed up before Twilight Camp.  The day ends with the District Arrow of Light Ceremony. 

 

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 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, 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.  Registration form.  map

 

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.
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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.
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Derby Day: Pinewood Derby, Smash Derby & Raingutter Regatta - held at Cuboree in March

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 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, 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.  Registration form Map

 

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.  
Nomination form Map

 

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.  Any adult volunteer may attend.  Map  calendar

 

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.   Registration and Nomination form Map

 

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
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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 and Webelos        

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.   Boy Scouts work on the First Aid Merit Badge and Webelos work on the Readyman Badge.   Registration form Map

 

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.
 
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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. Youth Protection Guide to Safe Scouting

 

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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)  Registration form Map

 

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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.
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Key 5
The district Key 5 consists of the district chair, district commissioner, district executive, vice chair of finance, vice chair of program, and vice chair of membership.
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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. Registration form Map

 

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.  www.lnt.org  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. 
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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. 
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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.   Map  calendar

 

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 Map

 

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
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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.
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Philmont Training Center
Where national leaders train key volunteers; located at Philmont Scout Ranch.
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Pinewood Derby - held at Cuboree and Scout Fair
A pack activity that involves making and racing model cars on a g track.   Bayshore district holds a Pinewood Derby race every February.  Registration form Map

 

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

 

Program Preview - May Roundtable

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   

Pushmobile is a district wide annual event.  A Pushmobile is a boy powered go-cart.  Cub Scout dens make their own Pushmobile.  Specific ruls for designing the go-cart are found on the registration form (additional help can be found in the Cub Scout Leader "How-To-Book" pg 6-36).  Six boys work together as a team to push their Pushmobile through the course to the finish line.  Registration form Map

 

 

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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.

 

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Raingutter Regatta
A pack activity that involves making and racing model boats in raingutters.   Raingutter regattas are easy to make and are available at the Scout Shop.  The district holds annual Raingutter Regatta races at Derby Day. 
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Registered Member

Annually, every youth and adult who wishes to join or continue membership in the Boy Scouts of America must submit a completed application form or reregister, and pay an annual registration fee. Membership is a privilege, not a right. 

 

Rivers, Lakes, Bays’N Bayous Trash Bash - March

Annual conservation education and trash collection event. Occurs simultaneously at several locations in the Houston area, usually in late March. more

 

Roundtable - Monthly

Roundtable is a monthly meeting typically held the first Thursday of every month and is conducted by the Roundtable Commissioner and their staff 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.  Map  calendar

 
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Safe Swim Defense Training
SSD instructs on the important of advanced preparation and planning in preventing accidents and maintain safety during any swimming activity.  A plan with eight defenses for safe swimming: (1) qualified supervisor, (2) medical examination, (3) safe swimming area, (4) lifeguards, (5) lookout, (6) ability groups, (7) buddy system, and (8) good discipline.
online training

 

Safety Afloat
SA instructs on the planning, training, and preparation required for any activity using watercraft.  Guidelines for safe unit activity afloat in craft under twenty-six feet long: (1) qualified supervision, (2) physical fitness, (3) swimming ability, (4) personal flotation equipment, (5) buddy system, (6) skill proficiency, (7) planning, (8) equipment, and (9) discipline.
online training

 

Sam Houston Area Council

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

 

School Night for Cub Scouting
A one-night event held in a neighborhood school, church, community center, etc., where boys and parents gather to hear how Cub Scouting and Boy Scouting operate and how they can join.
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Scout Camp
Land owned by or leased to the Boy Scouts of America to further the Scouting program. A Scout reservation usually has two or more camps.
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Scout Day & Fishing Tourney - now called Cuboree held in March 

Get out your fishing rod and tackle box for our annual Cub Fishing Tourney & Scout Day.  Activities include fishing, archery, rope bridge, sling shots, and more.   This is a great opportunity to invite kids who may be interested in joining scouting.  Registration form Map

 

Scout Fair - April

The Houston Scout Fair is the biggest Scout Show in the nation.  You will definitely want to attend this extraordinary event from 11-5.  Scout from Tiger Cubs to Eagle Scouts will have a fabulous, fun-filled day mingling with thousands of other Scouts and their families, participating in hundreds of hands-on activities (e.g., climbing walls, craft booths, monkey bridges, rubber band guns, making Gak, meeting astronauts), tasting gourmet camp-fare cooked by Scouts (e.g., cobbler, chili, turkey, bread), and taking home treasured bits of memorabilia at Reliant Arena.  For more information, click here.

 

Scout Fair Tickets - Spring

Selling Scout Fair tickets is an easy, profit-earning project.  Units earn a 40% commission from Scout Fair tickets and 25% commission from Yearbook Ad Sales. For more information, click here.

 

Scout Law
A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent. (There are 12 points to the Scout Law.)

 

Scout Motto
Be Prepared.

 

Scout Oath or Promise
On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.

 

Scout Shop
A BSA-owned store, operated by the Supply Division, that sells official Scouting merchandise.
Clear Lake Scout Shop

 

Scout Sunday - February

At least once a year, Scout units are urged to participate in the religious service of their chartering organization: attend en masse in uniform, do a flag ceremony, speak about Scouting, and/or formally thank them for their support throughout the year.  Why not also have a recruiting information table in the foyer or hospitality area for afterwards?  This is also a great time to distribute the religious awards earned by your boys.  Note that Boy Scouts is non-sectarian and awards can be earned for nearly any organized religion - "a Boy Scout is reverent". 

 

Scouter
A registered adult member of the Boy Scouts of America who serves in a volunteer or professional capacity.  Annually, every adult who wishes to join or continue membership in the Boy Scouts of America must submit a completed application form or reregister, and pay an annual registration fee. Membership is a privilege, not a right.  The Chartered Organization Representative (COR) approves adult members in the unit.

 

Scouting Anniversary Day
February 8, 1910, was the day William D. Boyce incorporated the Boy Scouts of America. See
"Uniform Day."

 

Scouting Anniversary Week
This is the week, beginning on Sunday, that includes February 8, Scouting Anniversary Day. During the week, units are encouraged to conduct rededication ceremonies and to demonstrate Scouting’s purposeful activities.

 

Scouting magazine
The official magazine for all Scouters. It aims to interpret the program, stimulate action, and strengthen a desire to serve. The title is typeset in italics and underlined in typewritten copy. The word “magazine” may or may not be used and is not capitalized.
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Scoutmaster’s Key
A recognition given to a Scoutmaster for completing training, tenure, and performance
requirements.

 

Scoutmaster Award of Merit
The Troop Committee chair on behalf of the Patrol Leaders’ council and the Troop Committee may nominate their SM for this award  
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Scouts with Special Needs
A program element of the Boy Scouts of America that emphasizes the involvement of youth who have visual, hearing, or other physical disabilities, or are emotionally disturbed or mentally retarded. An alternative advancement program is available for these youth members. They can be mainstreamed into regular Scouting units or placed in a special unit organized to meet their special needs.

 

Sea Scouting
Sea Scouting is a part of Venturing, a co-ed program for young men and women 14-20 years of age.  Sea Scout ships are involved in a variety of activities on and around the water.  Sam Houston Area Council ships sail boats from Sunfish 12 feet long to 32-foot auxiliary powered sloops.  We also paddle, row and motor on our inland lakes and rivers.  Find a
Ship in Bayshore.  more

 

Section Conclave
Section Conclave is an annual event where 17 Lodges from Southern Region – Section 2 get together for fellowship, competitions, and lot of fun while celebrating the traditions of the Order of the Arrow. Scouts from all over Texas and SE Louisiana have a blast participating in the numerous special events, games, food, fun, ceremony and dance competitions, awesome shows, LOTS of patch trading and so much
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Ship
The unit that conducts Sea Scouting for the chartered organization.  Find a Ship in Bayshore.  more  

 

Silver Beaver Annual Recognition Dinner - October (nominations due in May)

The Silver Beaver Award is the highest form of recognition that a local council can bestow on a volunteer.  Recipients are selected based on their noteworthy service of exception character to youth.  The Silver Beaver recipients are recognized at the Council Annual Recognition Dinner.  For more information, visit here.

 

Spring Fellowship - February

Spring Fellowship is a one-day event full of fun and service to the camp for OA Arrowmen.  The day starts with Arrowman giving back in cheerful service to the camp. The afternoon includes fun events and activities, ceremony competitions, dance competitions, and much more!!!! In addition, Arrowman can learn more about Native American singing, drumming, costuming, and dancing; and make Native American crafts. The evening concludes with an extraordinary PowWow where everyone will be involved in a night of fun and celebration.  For more information, click here.

 

Swimmer Test
The minimum level of swimming ability required for deep-water swimming. The test is as follows: Jump feet first into water over the head in depth and begin swimming. Swim 75 yards/meters in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, or crawl; then swim 25 yards/meters using an easy resting backstroke. The 100 yards/meters must be swum continuously and include at least one sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating.

 

Summertime Pack Award
A Cub Scout pack can earn this award by planning and conducting three pack activities - one each in June, July, and August. Cub Scouts who participate in all three activities may wear the National Summertime Pack Award pin. 
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Ten Commandments Hike - February

On Saturday, rain or shine, you are invited to follow one of three different, five-mile hikes to view a variety of church, synagogue, and other religious sites with a brief architectural and religious lecture at each stop.  The purpose is to support the Scout Law element "A Scout is Reverent", and promote inter-faith understanding.  This walk is appropriate for entire families, Cub, Boy, and Girl Scouts, Sunday School classes, youth groups, etc. etc.  However, participants must be physically able to navigate good and not-so-good sidewalks, roadways, gravel paths, grassy stretches, etc. at a moderate pace.  For more information, click here.

 

Tiger Cubs BSA
A one-year, family-oriented program for a group of teams, each consisting of a first-grade (or 7-year-old) boy (Tiger Cub) and an adult partner (usually his parent). The Tiger Cub den is part of the Cub Scout pack. more

 

Totin’ Chip
A recognition given to Scouts who subscribe to the Outdoor Code and understand and can demonstrate the proper handling, care, and use of woods tools.

 

Tour Permit
Permit designed to (1) assist units in planning to assure safe, healthful, and enjoyable trips and (2) assure that proper procedures will be followed in case of emergency. A local tour permit is filed with the council for a trip of less than 500 miles. A national tour permit is filed with the region through the council for a trip of 500 miles or more.
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Trained Leader emblem
This emblem may be worn by all leaders, youth and adult, who have completed the Fast Start and basic training programs appropriate to their positions. It may be worn only in connection with the emblem of office for which training has been completed.  
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Training

Trained leaders provide a quality, fun-filled program for boys and young men and young women. When leaders understand the whys and hows of Scouting, they are more effective in their roles and the youth win!   Scouting is a lifetime of learning.  It’s a game with a purpose.  Scouting teaches skills not only to the youth, but also to its adult volunteers as well.   Leader Specific Training, Outdoor Training, Youth Protection Training, PowWow, University of Scouting, Wood Badge and more are designed to teach each Cub Scout and Boy Scout volunteer the keys to success in his or her position.  For more information, click here.

 

Troop
The unit that conducts Boy Scouting for the chartered organization.  To find a Bayshore troop, click
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Troop Committee Challenge –online:   for Troop Committee Members

TCC is the leader specific training for troop committee members.  It has been developed to help troop committee members better understand their roles and responsibilities. Through hands-on learning and activities, this training will also enable troop committee members to better "deliver the promise" in support of the troop, Scoutmaster, and Scouts.   online training

 

Twilight Camp - June

Twilight Camp is full of fun and excitement.  Camp is held every night for one night and scouts have the opportunity to make new friends and share all kinds of new experiences. We offer BB, archery, water guns, sling shots, sports, nature crafts, and more.  Tigers, Wolves, and Bears work on achievements and electives.  Webelos work on activity badges.  Registration form Map

 

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unacceptables
Drug abuse, child abuse, hunger, illiteracy, and youth unemployment in our society are unacceptable to the BSA, which is fighting them with the Drugs: A Deadly Game campaign; Youth Protection guidelines and child abuse educational literature and videos; the Scouting for Food National Good Turn; Boy's Life magazine and other high-quality literature designed to encourage youth to read; the merit badge program and Learning for Life; and by continuing to be vigorous in promoting the Scouting program, which builds character in youth and helps them prepare for a meaningful, productive adult life.

 

Uniform
A distinctive part of Scouting is its uniformed membership. more    Insignia Guide

 

Unit
The entity that conducts Scouting for the chartered organization; it consists of registered youth members and registered adult volunteer members. A unit may be a pack, troop, team, crew, or ship. Its affairs are administered by the unit committee, which is appointed by the chartered organization.  To find a Bayshore unit, click here.

 

Unit Leader Award of Merit

Quality unit leadership is the key to a quality unit program—and it leads to better Scout retention. Statistics show that if young people stay engaged in the program for at least five years, the BSA’s influence likely will stay with them for the rest of their lives. A quality Scouting experience will help keep Scouts in the program, and the Boy Scouts of America created the Unit Leader Award of Merit to recognize the quality unit leaders who make that happen.  The Unit Leader Award of Merit replaces the Scoutmaster, Varsity Team Coach, and Venturing Crew Advisor award of merit programs. This new recognition has revised requirements and may be earned by Cubmasters as well.  Form

 

University of Scouting – February (first Saturday)

University of Scouting is designed to be a day of learning while having fun. Simply stated, it is the finest one-day supplemental training offered in the BSA - guaranteed to give you confidence and skills necessary for an exciting program. This training offers a variety of courses designed to give additional information to help in all areas and programs of the Boy Scouts of America.  There are no prerequisites as this training is intended to enrich your program experience.  UoS provides quality supplemental training to allow leaders to enhance and improve the program quality that they deliver and to have a positive impact on the youth of our council.   UoS is designed for all adult leaders in the Boy Scouts of America regardless of function or program area. Learn from these sessions and add quality to your program - GUARANTEED!  more

 

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Vigil Honor
The highest honor the Order of the Arrow can bestow upon its members, for service to the lodge, council, and Scouting.
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Webelos Scout
A Cub Scout who has completed the third grade or is age 10, and is a member of a Webelos den. Webelos means WE'll BE LOyal Scouts.  (pronounced "Wee-buh-los.")

 

Webelos Woods - November

Webelos Woods is a campout designed to introduce Webelos Scouts, each with an adult family member, to the many outdoor adventures of Boy Scouting.  This awesome weekend event includes patrol-method camping and Scout activities.  On Saturday morning, Webelos Patrols compete in Webelos skills (first aid, fire building, camping skills, games, knots) and during the afternoon local Boy Scout Troops teach basic boy scout skills.  The patrols are judged on Patrol Flag and Yell, Resources, Leadership, Teamwork, Skill Demonstration and Scout Spirit.  Registration form.   map

 

Webelos-to-Scout transition
The preparation and graduation of a Webelos Scout from Cub Scouting to Boy Scouting. more

 

Wolf
The rank designed for a second-grade Cub Scout, or one who is 8 years old.

 

World Conservation Award
An award emphasizing the importance of our natural resources and our interdependence with other countries in our world environment. Two awards are offered—one for Cub Scouts and one for Boy Scouts.
Cubs   Boy Scouts  Hornaday award

 

Wood Badge for the 21st Century

Wood Badge is a mentally-intense 6-day leadership course designed for all adult Scouters.  It is hoped that every Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, and Venturing leader, as well as council and district leaders and professionals, will take the Wood Badge course within two years of becoming a Scouter.

 

Wood Badge training is an advanced leadership course that presents participants with the skills they need to be effective leaders at all levels of the Scouting program. It offers participants the tools to lead, as well as the opportunity to practice leadership.  Wood Badge will help you improve your role in Scouting.  It will help you focus on your responsibilities, identify a goal, help you work toward that goal -- and give you the tools to reach it. 
 
And while these skills are offered within a Scouting context, they are easily applied to other areas of each participant's lives—work, home, and family. All leaders that have completed basic training for their position are invited to attend, regardless of their tenure in Scouting.  There are many opportunities for
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Youth Protection Training – online

YPT fights child abuse by teaching youth the three Rs: Recognize, Resist, and Report child abuse; by helping parents and Scouters learn to recognize indications of child abuse; and by teaching them how to handle child abuse situations.  Youth Protection Training is for all adult leaders and is based upon the policies and procedures BSA has developed to ensure that all volunteer leaders and parents are aware of the problem and that Scouting provides a safe environment for all participants.  The online version of this training is required for leaders attending summer camp, winter camp, or day camp. YPT certification is good for two years from the date taken.    

 

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