North Shore District Newsletter
August 2021 | Volume 7 Issue 8
A Scout is Cheerful – A scout cheerfully does tasks that come their way. They look for the bright side of life and try to make others happy.
Scouting Calendar
All in-person events should be considered tentative pending the latest health and safety recommendations.
Covid Updates
Capitol Area Council | BSA National
Featured
CAC Risk Task Force Reinstates Mask Mandate
Council Risk Task Force going back to masks for all indoor and outdoor activities until we get through this surge. Not limiting activities unless the Unit or Chartered Org decide to have a stricter policy.
An Open Letter on Membership
District Chairman, Jeffrey Hynes speaks to all Scouters and families of the North Shore District with a message… “Membership is our top priority!”
Free Star Party – August 14 in Jonestown
All scouts and their families are welcome to join the Star Party on Saturday, August 14 from 8-10pm. The party is happening at Jones Brothers Park in Jonestown. Join local astronomers on a fun tour of the night skies of Central Texas. Scouts can apply their experience...
District News
August 2022 Roundtable Flyer
Mixing it up at Roundtable this month, there is a lot going on. We will be remembering Jeffrey Hynes. Cub Scout Packs can pick up their JSN materials. We are focusing on recruiting with 3 topics that apply to both Cub and Scouts BSA units. Recruiting Leaders, Tried & True In-School Recruiting, and NSDs upcoming Rocket Recruiting Day.
STEM Adventure Weekend – Sept 24-26
Capitol Area Council's STEM Adventure Weekend is OPEN for registration: https://scoutingevent.com/564-46126 When: Friday evening through Sunday noon, September 24-26, 2021 Where: Lost Pines Scout Reservation, Bastrop Cost: $80 per scout, $40 per adult. For more...
Build a Robot Game
This game exercises the creative skills of Cub Scouts. From artistic skills to imagination and several valuable lessons in between.
Order of the Arrow, Tonkawa 99 North Shore Chapter – August news
Upcoming Schedule: Date/TIme Event Location August 12 Chapter Meeting Good News United Methodist Church August 21-22 Lodge Leadership Development and Lodge Executive Council Lost Pines Scout Reservation October 1-3 Fall Assembly Lost Pines Scout Reservation ...
Keeping up with changes in BSA Safety and Advancement
The BSA is a leader in providing a safe environment and an outstanding program - and continues to lead because of continuous improvement. Leaders should make themselves aware of the latest updates in Guide to Safe Scouting and the Guide to Advancement. Why the...
Membership Recruitment Tools
Scouting in 2021 continues to be of tremendous value to all of the youth who join our program. This year our Council Membership Team has put together a Membership Toolbox of flyers, stickers, and detailed instructions to help guide the recruiting process for all...
August 2021 Roundtable Flyer
August 2021 Roundtable topics include:
Cub Scout program helps: A Scout is Cheerful
Cub Scout Leader Council: Let YOUR voice be heard. Tell us what training you and your unit need.
Recruiting Scouts: A Troop-focused discussion of recruiting ideas and techniques.
July Eagle Scouts
Congratulations to North Shore District's Newest Eagle Scouts!Zackary Bringmann July 19, 2021 Troop 158Christian Long July 22, 2021 Troop 201Connor Goodrich July 26,2021 Troop 161Garrett Gaub July 29, 2021 Troop 201
Save the Date for Camporee: November 12-14
North Shore is confirmed for a fall troop camporee at Smilin V Scout Ranch from Friday, November 12 through Sunday, November 14. The theme is the Wild West. Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts may join for the day only from 9-4 PM on Saturday. Watch for more details,...
North Shore Unit Stories
6-mile Canoe Trip (The Mystery Campout)
Every year the youth of Troops 258 & 358 have given the scoutmasters the opportunity to plan one campout - the Mystery Campout. This was a favorite tradition for Troop 158 that we carried to the new troops. The scoutmasters are usually challenged with planning in...
Lego Derby Fun in Cedar Park!
Cedar Park Nissan hosted the first-ever Pack 170 Lego Derby Summertime Pack event and recruiting opportunity and it was a smashing success! District Executive Doug Cooper stopped in for some of the fun. We made new friends. You should try it with your unit too.
Bryan on Scouting
Stay up to date and in tune with the Scouting community by checking out the latest from Bryan.
