Boy Scouts of America, Capitol Area Council

Congratulations to our Scout of the Week: Sailor H! 🌟 At just 15, Sailor has made a lasting impact on Alexis Pointe Senior Living in Wimberley. With the help of Troop 127 and his family, Sailor led the transformation of the community’s grounds, creating a beautiful new gazebo and ADA-friendly picnic area. From building rebar cages in May to completing the project in July, Sailor’s dedication has given residents a place to relax and connect. Read more: https://buff.ly/4fQhmub Congratulations, Sailor, on being named Scout of the Week! Your work is an inspiration to us all. #ScoutOfTheWeek #CommunityService #ScoutingProud

Take Aim for a Good Cause! 🎯 Join us for the Capitol Area Council Sporting Clays Tournament on September 27th at Reunion Ranch! Whether you're a seasoned shooter or a first-timer, this event is your chance to enjoy a day of friendly competition while supporting local Scouting programs. Bring your team, have fun, and help us make a difference in the lives of our Scouts. 🏆 Prizes, great food, and fellowship await—don’t miss out! 📅 Date: September 27th 📍 Location: Reunion Ranch Register today! https://buff.ly/45mJ2R1 #SportingClays #SupportScouting #CACevents

Pro Tip for Scout Recruitment: Misty shares her secret to bringing in new Scouts—leveraging social media! Connect with families in your community by tapping into neighborhood Facebook groups and more. Watch the video to see how easy it can be!

Congratulations to our Scout of the Week, Joaquin D! Joaquin gave a presentation about bees at the Florence, Texas library. He created a slide show presentation explaining the three types of bees most prevalent in the local area. After the presentation, he showed the kids how to make bee water stations so the bees wouldn't drown when drinking. The kids and parents really enjoyed the presentation. Congratulations, Joaquin, and thanks for looking out for our friends, the 🐝s! Want to nominate an un-bee-livable Scout for Scout of the Week? Visit our website under "Resources" and look for "Scout of the Week." #Scouting #savethebees

Be prepared to provide your Scouts with fun this year! Join us for essential training to become a BB Gun or Archery Range Master! Limited spots available—only 16 per class! 🏹 🗓️ BB Training: 8:00-12:00 🗓️ Archery Training: 1:00-4:00 📍 Location: Hagen Lodge, Camp Tom Wooten 💲 Cost: $5 per class Earn your certifications and make a lasting impact on our Scouts! Register today! https://buff.ly/3yHvaGP

Our council offers prayers of comfort and healing to the family and friends of Pete Winstead. While he was well known for his successful career as a tax attorney and namesake of the Winstead PC law firm, you could argue that many more knew Pete for the vast number of civic and philanthropic leadership positions for which he volunteered. Winstead was a member of our council Executive Board and served as Board President in 1992. In 2002, Pete and his wife, Tomi, were the second-ever recipients of (and first couple to receive) our Distinguished Citizen award. For years after, Pete served as a member of the volunteer leadership working behind the scenes to make sure the Distinguished Citizen Award event was as successful as possible. It's thanks in large part to his leadership that the Distinguished Citizen has grown into our council's largest annual fundraising event and a critical opportunity to tell the story of Scouting to the Central Texas business community. Pete was a living example of the leadership skills taught in Scouting as well as the Scout Oath's call to "help other people at all times." He served as the first chair of the Texas Turnpike Authority and led the grand opening of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport as well as the $50 million capital campaign for the Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas. He chaired the boards of the Austin Chamber, the Real Estate Council, the United Way, St. Edward’s University, the Greater Austin Crime Commission, and KLRU Public Television. You'd be hard-pressed to find someone who has invested more of themselves in the health and vitality of our communities. You may read Pete's full obituary and find details on his memorial service here: https://lnkd.in/gEwc7Dqj

Ready to grow your pack? Here's Misty with a quick tip to make recruiting new Scouts easier! Watch to learn how a simple "Hi" can make all the difference. #ScoutingTips #CapitolAreaCouncil #ScoutRecruitment

Have questions about the popcorn sale? There is an upcoming Zoom Office Hours Call on August 22 from 6 pm to 7 pm. We will discuss the unit order process and answer any questions you may have. You do not have to stay the whole hour; just “POP” on to ask your questions. Visit buff.ly/3Wil08z and click on “Click Here” to join.

We’re proud of all our Scouts and want to spotlight the amazing things they’re doing in their homes, schools, and communities! On Fridays, we’ll recognize one outstanding Scout on our council’s social media. 📸✨ Parents or leaders, submit a photo and info about your Scout using the form below for a chance to be featured. Let’s celebrate their achievements together! 🙌 https://buff.ly/32FZYF0

Miss our July training? No worries! Join us for the Council “Join Scouting Night” Training on August 7th at 6:30 PM at the Frank Fickett Center. Get the best tips and tricks for a successful recruitment season! It's FREE to sign up and attend. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! 🙌 📅 Date: August 7, 2024 🕒 Time: 6:30 PM 📍 Location: Frank Fickett Center, Training Rooms A&B See you there! 🚀https://buff.ly/3yptBx2