Boy Scouts

Most people associate Boy Scouting with outdoor adventure – and with good reason. Scouting is an outdoor program designed to develop character, citizenship, and fitness. With the Scout Oath and Law as a guide, Scouting helps a boy develop into a well-rounded young man.

Through the advancement program, a Scout can progress in rank through achievements, gaining additional knowledge and responsibilities. Earning merit badges provides opportunities for Scouts to be introduced to a lifelong hobby or a rewarding career.

In Boy Scouting, youth take responsibility for the activities of the troops. By planning and organizing activities, they develop teamwork and learn to lead as well as follow. Through the support of parents and religious and neighborhood organizations, Scouts develop an awareness and appreciation of their role in their community.

Upcoming Events
Updated 2/24/10

• Pow Wow Weekend & Family Campout – March 12-14, Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch – Tatanka Lodge 141 presents to all Scouts and their families, the annual Pow Wow and Family Campout!  The BB Gun Corral, Hiking, Archery, Campfires, Horseback Riding, and tons of fun await you and your families at this exciting annual event!  Cost is $20 per person before March 1st, and $30 thereafter, but hurry, space is limited to the first 325 participants! Click here to download a registration form and more information on what to bring, or here to register for Pow Wow online!
  
  
• 15th Annual Snyder Fish-A-Thon – April 10th, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, Towle Park Pond, Snyder TX – It’s time to wet a hook and see who can catch the biggest fish of the day!  The 15th Annual Snyder Fish-A-Thon is a perfect opportunity to gather your Scouts and their families for this great event.  Towle Park pond will be stocked with hundreds of fish, a $1,000 worth of prizes will be up for grabs, and hundreds of people from all over will be there to try and win it all! Scouts are encouraged to camp with their Troops and families are encouraged to participate, as it will be fun for all. Cost is only $5 per person that is fishing and patches are available for $2 each.  Click here to download a flyer for more information.  See you there!
  
  
• BTSR Work Weekends – Weekends of April 30th and May 28th – Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch – Join volunteers from across the council at Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch for one or both of the BTSR Work Weekends.  These weekends are open for all adult leaders interested in lending their expertise to help prepare one of the greatest camps in the nation for a summer of fun and excitement!  We need electricians, welders, carpenters, painters, and just general help for projects of all kinds!  Click here to download a reminder flyer and be on the lookout for more information and a list of projects and supplies needed very soon!
  
  
• 2009 Membership Incentives – Attention Unit Leaders! Please check out this list of incentives designed to help with recruiting new membership for your units. Earn FREE Pinewood Derby kits, carabineers, patches and more! Click here to learn more about these exciting incentives!
  
  
• Fall Cavalcades – Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch - So you hiked the Scout Ranch, and all you saw was your own boots? Come see BTSR from the back of horse! Let HIM watch HIS feet while you enjoy the scenery! Two- or three-day horseback treks called cavalcades take off on select dates in the fall for the roughest and prettiest parts of the Scout Ranch. Participants get plenty of quality saddle time during the day and sleep “under the stars” at night. Cost is only $60 per rider per day. Click here to learn more about the program and to see which dates are available for Cavalcades. Contact Ranger Dan at 432-426-3709 for more information.
  
  
• Gold Star Recognition Program for units. Learn about how your Pack or Troop can earn FREE advancement badges by participa Family Friends of Scouting Campaign! Click here to learn more about this program.