Soaring Eagle District
Roundtable
Roundtable is a district monthly meeting typically held the second Thursday of the month to help unit leaders plan and carry out their own program. It is designed is to give leaders program ideas, information on 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. For updates, follow the district Facebook page. At least one unit leader from each unit should attend this planning meeting. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting, regardless of position within the unit. For questions about Roundtable, contact Jeff Lovejoy.
The next SED Roundtable Is
Thursday, September 16
7:00 pm
In-Person
Jersey Village Civic Center
16327 Lakeview Dr, Jersey Village, TX 77040
Wear your scouting uniform or come as you are. Bring a buddy or two.
Please note that the Soaring Eagle District Roundtable regularly scheduled for 9/9 has been delayed to the evening of 9/16 in order to accommodate CyFair Open House meetings at our school locations. Location to be the same at Jersey Village Civic Center unless otherwise notified. This change has been made so that your units can focus on their recruiting efforts at these Open House events.
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 S.H.A.C. (Scouts Helping at Camp) Corps is an opportunity for troops and crews to give back to camp in the form of a day of service. The Order of the Arrow is leading this opportunity, but this service project is open to all troops and crews. Camp is providing a special patch available to those who provide service. Service projects could include camp maintenance, creating trails, and developing program areas. Letters will be given to youth who need school service hours.
The deadline for registration is the Tuesday prior to the event. Registration is completed by the unit leader or individual Arrowmen (OA members) attending on their own. The registration fee is $20/person and includes four meals. Troops have the option to cook their own food in the campsite and only pay $3/person.
Next SHAC Corps Work Days
Specialized Skills: If you have any adults with specialized skills (electrician, mechanic, plumber), please let us know when registering. Camp staff may be able to utilize these adults for special projects needed at camp.
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There is new optional course in my.scouting.org available to all adult volunteers. The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Scouting course is only 30 minutes and promotes a culture where each youth, volunteer, and employee feels a sense of belonging and builds communities where every person feels respected and valued. We encourage you to take this training today!
To take the training, login to my.scouting.org. Read more about BSA's diversity and inclusion initiatives.
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Bobcat Day
October 23, 2021
St. Timothy Lutheran Church
Boys and girls who join Cub Scouts will receive a rocket that they can build and launch at Bobcat Day. Scouts in kindergarten will work on the Lion's Honor Adventure and launch their rocket. Scouts in 1st-5th grade will earn the Bobcat Badge through fun games, learn to raise and lower the flag, learn about Leave No Trace and launch their rocket.
Parents will get an overview on the Scouting program and a chance to meet district leaders and see Scouting in action through the services of the Scouts in troops and Scouters.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! We need 6-8 volunteers to assist with this event. To sign up to help out, contact Consuelo Worley.
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Webelos Woods
October 23, 2021
St. Timothy Lutheran Church
All 4th and 5th grade Webelos scouts, along with their parents and den leaders, are invited to Webelos Woods! Attend as a den to work on adventures and get an introduction to what Scouts BSA has to offer.
Webelos dens will participate in fun Scouts BSA activities such as rope making, Dutch oven cooking, knot tying, and other activities offered by the troops in our district.
Parents can meet local Scouts BSA troop leaders and learn about their program. Information will be provided on the Arrow of Light Crossover Ceremony and how to make career arrows.
For questions or to volunteer, contact Dennis Schmitt.
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Summer of Service
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Scouting Influencer Campaign Patches
Thank you to those that participated in the Scouting Influencer Campaign! Although the campaign ended on August 31, you can still post on social media your pictures or videos of fun Scouting activities to share what Scouting means to your family. When posting on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube or Snap Chat, use the hashtags: #3K30Days #LaunchtheAdventure #RelaunchScouting #InfluenceTheAdventure.
Participation Level Recognition
 Every Scout or Scouter who posted about Scouting between July 1 - August 31, 2021, will receive an influencer patch (Like button). Patches can be ordered ahead of time and will be available for pick up from the district executive at the September roundtable.
Recruiter Level Recognition
 Every Scout or Scouter who recruits another family to join Scouting in August will receive a recruiter level patch (ring around the Like button). Unit leaders will receive the patches from the district executive at roundtable based on applications submitted.
For questions about memberships or applications submitted, call (713) 756-3328 or email Margarita Bernal.
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FOR PACKS: Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)
BALOO is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout den or pack outdoor event, including packing camping, overnighters and Webelos den overnighters. BALOO training is comprised of an online component and a practical, hands-on component.
See the training schedule to register for an upcoming session:
- October 1-3
- October 9-10
- November 6-7
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FOR TROOPS: Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS)
Working as patrols, this hands-on course provides leaders the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. Upon completion of IOLS, leaders should feel comfortable teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain the First Class rank.
See the training schedule to register for an upcoming session:
- September 25-26
- October 1-3
- October 8-9
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IT'S POPCORN TIME!
The popcorn sale is a way for a Scout to support his or her way through the various activities during the year. The popcorn sale is not just about selling popcorn. It’s also about promoting Scouting!
There are three options to sell popcorn:
For questions, contact Michael Collins at (713) 756-3357.
Important Dates
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| Aug 23 - Oct 14 |
Show-n-sell replenishment period (Orders placed by Sunday at 11pm are distributed each Thursday.) |
| October 1 |
Show-n-sell payments processed |
| October 2 |
Cyber Weekend Promotion #1 (sell at least one item online during the weekend) |
| November 5 |
Cyber Weekend Promotion #2 (sell at least one item online during the weekend) |
| Nov 2 by 4:00 pm |
Unit popcorn orders due online |
| November 20 |
Popcorn pick-up |
| December 31 |
Online popcorn sales period ends |
| February 2022 |
Online commissions issued and mailed to the unit committee chair |
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Internet Recharter 2.0 will be launching October 15! and it will be much simpler and easier to use! Online district training events will be available in October and November. Important for this year:
- No Access Codes Necessary
- Easy Electronic approvals by COR
- Easy Payment center
- Single screen for all data review and validation
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BSA Membership Fees
The Boy Scouts of America has worked to keep the membership fee as low as possible. Unfortunately, operating costs have continued to rise, and COVID-19 has compounded the need to increase the fee to maintain the program. To ensure we have the resources to fulfill the promise of Scouting, effective August 1, 2021, the updated national membership fee is:
- $72 for Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouts participants
- $45 for Exploring participants
- $30 for council-paid memberships
- $45 for all adult volunteers (includes cost of background check)
- $75 for a unit charter fee
- $25 one-time joining fee for new program participants in Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouts
Read the official announcement for details and FAQs.
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The leadership of the Sam Houston Area Council would like to present the fifteenth update, in response to the COVID-19 outbreak and provide protocols for Scouting operations going forward. We appreciate your continued patience as we navigate this situation.
- Unit programming should be conducted under current guidelines from the State of Texas and the CDC with approval of the unit’s chartered organization and subject to the current COVID-19 protocols of any meeting or activity facility.
- All visitors and staff that are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 will be exempted from wearing a face covering at all council-owned facilities. The council recommends that those individuals that are not fully vaccinated continue to wear a face covering where social distancing is not possible, except while eating, drinking, or participating in an activity where face coverings are not feasible, such as aquatics.
- District and Council meetings and events may be conducted in person and will utilize the same face covering policy, unless held at a facility that is not council-owned, as those facilities may have additional restrictions that should be followed.
- Council camps will continue to utilize the COVID-19 Pre-Screening Form.
- Social Distancing should be followed in all situations where it is feasible.
- Overnight district and council activities and trainings are allowed for all Scouting programs. All district activities should have an event plan reviewed and approved by the District ERM Committee, and all council activities should have an event plan reviewed and approved by the Council ERM Committee.
- The Cockrell Scout Center has resumed normal office hours and operations on Monday through Friday, 8:00am 4:30pm.
The SHAC Enterprise Risk Management Team is working regularly and diligently to determine our plans going forward. If you have any questions regarding the COVID-19 response for the Sam Houston Area Council, please contact Thomas Franklin, Deputy Scout Executive. The council remains committed to keeping our constituents updated regularly with new information as we have it. We will continue to communicate through three main mechanisms: Facebook, Email, and Council Website. Please consult these regularly for updates. |
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