Basic, mandatory training for Boy Scout and Varsity leaders to run the best, safest possible troop. Volunteers from any district may attend.



April 22-24 - Scoutmaster Specific Training - at Colorado River District Camporee

April 22-24 - Troop Committee Challenge - at Colorado River District Camporee

April 29-May 1 - Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) Training - Chisholm Trail/NS Districts

April 29-May 1 - Scoutmaster Specific Training - Chisholm Trail/NS Districts

April 29-May 1 - SM/Asst SM/IOLS combined - Chisholm Trail/NS Districts

May 7 - Scoutmaster Specific Training - Waterloo District

May 14 - Troop Committee Challenge - at Local Heroes Family Fun Day

We need your help to identify adult Eagles in your community who are worthy of recognition as a National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) Outstanding Eagle.



CLICK HERE for more information  

Expert help and a bathhouse remodel are on the way to help make our Smilin V Scout Ranch a better resource for your unit.



CLICK HERE to learn more

Your Scouts can earn 1 of 8 merit badges, take part in fun STEM activities, and meet police officers, firefighters, paramedics and other first responders who keep us safe. Local Heroes Family Fun Day on May 14 at the Austin Fire/Police/EMS Training Academy.



May 14 - CLICK HERE for general information

CLICK HERE to register

CLICK HERE for a flyer

Units attending Summer Camp at Lost Pines may pre-order custom camp t-shirts! Must order by April 29.



CLICK HERE to get the order form

Much to learn, there is:

• Parents: check out the Popcorn Resource Guide or Quick Fact Sheet
• Leaders/Jedi Masters: How about dinner and a movie? Bring your significant other and join us for a Sneak Peak of the 2016 Popcorn program then enjoy dinner and a movie. Registration open now!
• Scouts/Younglings: 2015 TOP SELLING VIP event coming in June.  Invitations will be sent in late April.

Anyone who wants to improve the service we provide to units across their district is invited to Unit Commissioner Basic Training on April 23. This program helps orient all new Unit Commissioners or prospective Unit Commissioners to unit service. Course participant evaluations continually rate this program high due to the experienced presenters and the opportunity to interact with fellow Commissioners from around our council!



April 23 - CLICK HERE to register

Want to improve your presentation skills... or get better at teaching other folks in your unit? Trainer's EDGE is a program that focuses on training the trainer.



May 14 - CLICK HERE to register

Attend our council's outreach awards on April 28 at the Fickett Center:



Scouting: Vale la Pena Award

Fernando Almanza, Judith Carroll, Igor Espejo, Faith Schexnayder, Jorge Uriarte



Whitney M. Young Service Award

Robert Barker, Derrick Fortin, Raymond Gray, Toni Malone, Art Mata, Sterlin McGruder, Dennis Nesser, Denisha Robinson, Amanda White



William H. Spurgeon Award

Larkin Smith

The National Scout Jamboree offers such extreme activities as zip lines, mountain biking, climbing, skateboarding, and mountain boarding... all at the Summit National High Adventure Base in West Virginia. Our council will coordinate all the travel details for our Boy Scouts and Venturers who sign up, including a tour of Washington, D.C.!  



July 19-28, 2017 - CLICK HERE to learn more

Units now have until April 29 to reserve space in our council's 2017 contingent to Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico. The contingent concept organizes travel and registration to make your Philmont trek as low-maintenance as possible.



CLICK HERE to learn more and get the contingent application

Boy Scouts can earn up to 5 merit badges and learn about a career in law enforcement at the Travis County Constables Office Pct. 2 Explorers Police Academy this June. Registration ends May 6; program begins June 1.



CLICK HERE for a flyer

Our best-in-class STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) day camp returns for 4 sessions at Anderson High School's Applied Technology Center, with programs for youth up to 9th grade. This year's theme is life on Mars!



June 13-17 | June 20-24 | June 27-July 1 | July 11-15



CLICK HERE to learn more and register

Congratulations to Ship 911 Sea Scout Rachel West, named the 2016-2017 National Sea Scout Boatswain by the National Sea Scout Committee! Rachel is a graduate of the SEAL and NAYLE programs. Next fall she will be a student at the University of Texas Austin where she will study Biology.





CLICK HERE to read the official Sea Scouts USA announcement

The following individuals have made generous contributions to Scouting in memory or in honor of the following individuals:



In memory of Billy Page

B.J. and Rusty Turley

Steve and Lynn Matthews

Jack Nash

Paul, Melissa, Truman, Coleman and Vivian Griffith

Debbie and Grant Wilson

Russ Keene

Mr. and Mrs. James Kovar

The Steve Bowers Family

Mr. and Mrs. Will Blackbird

Mr. and Mrs. George Willeford



In memory of Mike Goodrich

Dallas and Helene Maham

Sharon and Robin Hall

John and Annie Sovic

John and Christie Davis

Joy Kilpatrick

Tolleson Wealth Management

Barbara Dody

Austin Antique Club

Lt. Col. James and Ruth Wortman

Brad and Karen Cox

AG and Margie Walker

The Cherico Family



In memory of Alberta Gruber

Ralph and Millie Rose

Hey campers! Remember, the Steve Matthews Scout Shop has your camping needs covered: tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, hydration, mess kits, first aid, hiking staffs, illumination, t-shirts, hats, brandable mugs, knives, compasses, cook books, emergency gear and much more. Come see what's new - we are here to help YOU! 

The Round Rock Express are offering a "Scout Day" discount for its May 1 game versus Nashville at Dell Diamond.



CLICK HERE for more information and ticket order form