The Diocese of Austin's Catholic Committee on Scouting invites youth and adults to attend the Catholic Scout Day on July 23 at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church. There is a patch program for youth and adults may receive training to lead religious emblem classes. 

We've added new staff positions to better serve units' needs at our camping properties. 

Roy Wallace, who has been serving as Lead Ranger at Lost Pines Scout Reservation, will now serve as our council's Facilities Manager. Roy's "big picture" focus will be on the projects that are necessary to make our camps a more attractive and more enjoyable option for your camping needs. CLICK HERE for more on Roy.

PJ Brown is the new Ranger at Smilin V Scout Ranch. He'll be on property at all times to help make sure your unit's experience there is first rate. CLICK HERE for more on PJ.

As part of the Blast Into Scouting Fall Recruitment campaign, districts are scheduling rocket launches for the end of September and start of October. Visit with your district to find the best chance for your family, den, or pack to take part. Each free launch day comes with a patch for Scouts, and Scouts who bring a friend to a "Join Scouting Night" or rocket launch will receive an additional Recruiter patch.

Scouts who have already received their Arrow of Light award or are finishing the fifth grade should start thinking about visiting Boy Scout Troops to continue their time in Scouting. Have them visit www.BeAScout.org or contact your district to find a troop. Start looking now to make sure there is still time to sign up for Boy Scout Summer Camp at Lost Pines.