Boy Scouts of America, Capitol Area Council

Are you a young lady or woman in the Capitol Area Council's Scouting program? We want to hear your story! Share how Scouting has empowered you, shaped your confidence, and influenced your leadership journey on this survey. Your story could inspire the next generation of female Scouts and may even be featured in an upcoming promotional video! ?? ?? Take the survey here: https://lnkd.in/gZjzZdF4 Don’t forget to submit your media release form to Mehria Smith at [email protected]! Together, let’s showcase the strength and achievements of women in Scouting. ???

This week's "I am thankful for" message comes from a very thankful Cub Scout mom. ?? "Arka and his wife Kasey are my son’s den leaders. They do a wonderful job of coming up with creative ideas to keep the kids interested. They are always in a great mood and have been super communicative about what’s going on in the Cub Scout world. Thank you for your involvement in molding our kiddos." Great work, Akra! Who in Scouting are YOU thankful for? Give your favorite Scout or Scouter a shout-out on our website: https://buff.ly/3YTuB5G ??

Children and communities have never needed Scouting more than today. Although Scouting activities are filled with fun and adventure, they also fill an unmet need for young people to experience working as a team while also practicing the leadership skills of empathy, accountability, and responsibility. As we get closer to Giving Tuesday - a global celebration of generosity - on December 3, we're hoping you will generously agree to help us by sharing this post and adding a personal message about what Scouting means to you. Thank you for all you do for youth through Scouting! Learn more about our Giving Tuesday message at https://buff.ly/3Uusr8V.

Go "back to school" at the University of Scouting on January 25, 8 AM–4 PM! Join us for a morning or the whole day to learn new Scouting skills and bring more fun to your unit! Choose from dozens of classes like Dutch Oven Cooking, STEM activities, Skits & Songs, and more. Gain practical tips you can use right away! Don’t miss this unique training opportunity. Register now!

This Thanksgiving season, let’s show gratitude for the amazing Scouting leaders and volunteers who make a difference every day. ?? Help us fill our social media with messages of thanks! Submit a favorite leader or volunteer who inspires you using the form below. Don’t forget to include a photo or short video (under 30 seconds) so we can feature them in a special post! ?? https://lnkd.in/gUxn6kKQ Let us know who YOU are thankful for!?

??Meet your Scout of the Week: Colton D. ?? Congratulations to Colton, an Eagle Scout member of local BSA Troop 280 in Dripping Springs, for his outstanding service project! Colton built a new van port for the Burke Center, providing much-needed protection for their vehicles and ensuring safe transport for their programs. His hard work and dedication exemplify the values of Scouting and the power of giving back to the community. The project took 241 labor hours from Colton and his fellow Scouts. ???? Read more about Colton’s project in Dripping Springs Century News: https://buff.ly/3CxmWTh #Scouting #EagleScoutProject #volunteering #youthleadership

It's Thankful Thursday! Each week during the month of November, we are sharing who YOU are thankful for in Scouting. This week's nominee is Tiffany Dunckel, Den Leader of Pack 82, Wolf Den 6. Tiffany has been serving for a little over a year, and she’s done a phenomenal job teaching Scouts to "Do Their Best." Her support for the Scouts (and our pack) can be seen in the time and effort she puts into our various adventures and the growth they have made after one full year of Scouting! We are thankful for her guidance and leadership for our Scouts. Want to share someone YOU are grateful for in Scouting? Send your nomination here: https://buff.ly/4etgWby

We had a great time at Scout Night with the Texas Stars! Nearly 300 Scouts turned out to cheer the Stars to a 5-2 win at the HEB Center at Cedar Park. If you’d like to enjoy a Stars game with your Scouting family, buy your tickets through the Stars’ ticket purchase portal specifically for members of Scouting in our council! Every ticket purchased through this link provides financial support for Scouting across our 15 counties. Find the ticket portal link by visiting the Scout Offers page on our website at https://buff.ly/2Ze8Geg.

?? Scout of the Week Spotlight: Meet David! ?? David has truly shined since joining Scouts, growing as both an Arrow of Light and a Scout with Autism. His commitment to exemplifying the Scout Oath and Law is inspiring! Recently, David teamed up with his Patrol to give back to the community by donating to and filling local lending libraries, spreading the joy of reading to others. ???? Do you know an outstanding Scout whose achievements deserve recognition? Nominate them for our Scout of the Week! Learn more about how to submit at Scout of the Week Info: https://buff.ly/32FZYF0

It's Camporee time ?? in the Capitol Area Council, and the knowledgeable employees at the Steve Matthews Scout Shop are here to help you find the best camping equipment for your needs. Check out what Ron and Ronda have in store for you! Remember, you can order online at buff.ly/37eM51H or in person Tuesday-Friday: 10:00am to 5:30pm and Saturday: 10:00am to 2:30pm. See you soon!