Longhorn Council Blog

By Kirk Thomas, September 10, 2018
North Texas Giving Day Starts Today!
Scouting in the Longhorn Council is the result of many volunteers, parents, and professional staff. To facilitate that, the Longhorn Council spends on average $300 per registered Scout. That cost goes to running background checks…
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By Kirk Thomas, July 3, 2018
Palo Pinto Fire near Worth Ranch Update
UPDATE: The fire is 100% contained. No structures were destroyed and no injuries were reported. Worth Ranch is safe and cleared for Aquatic School. Howdy Folks! I just received word that the fire burning in…
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By Kirk Thomas, June 5, 2018
Philmont Treks Cancelled through July 14, 2018
Update 7/5/18: All 2018 Summer Philmont Treks Cancelled. Due to safety concerns surrounding the UTE Park Fire, Philmont has cancelled treks from their summer 2018 season through July 14th. Details and up-to-date information can be…
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By Kirk Thomas, May 9, 2018
The LDS Church’s Future Relationship with the BSA
Dear Scouting Member and Investor: By now you have likely heard the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS) will no longer charter Scouting units after December 2019. The information in the general public…
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By Kirk Thomas, April 30, 2018
YPT2 COURSE APPROVED BY TEXAS
BSA’s new YPT2 course was approved last week by the the Department of State Health Services effective March 13, 2018. Any YPT2 course certification card dated March 13th or later will now meet the state…
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By Kirk Thomas, March 28, 2018
4 Life Skills Every Child Should Learn
There are so many life skills that you want to teach your children that it can be hard to know where to start. Here are a few skills that can create a great base to…
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By Kirk Thomas, February 1, 2018
Practical Tips When It Comes to Teaching Kids Crime Prevention
Protecting your child is the most important job you’ll have throughout your life, especially when they are young. It is never too early to begin teaching your children about the importance of safety and crime…
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By Kirk Thomas, January 4, 2018
Easy Tips for Keeping Energy Levels High While Hiking
Whether you’re out with your family or at our high adventure camp, hiking can be a great way to get outdoors and get the blood flowing. There are numerous steps that you take to increase…
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By Kirk Thomas, December 13, 2017
Emergency Preparedness – How to Save People From Household Hazards
Life-threatening accidents can happen very quickly. While we don’t like to think about the worst-case scenario, it is essential to be prepared for when bad things happen. Scouts working on the Emergency Preparedness merit badge…
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By Kirk Thomas, December 12, 2017
Why the Boy Scout Name Means so Much
The Boy Scouts movement originated in Great Britain, founded by Robert Baden-Powell in 1908. He wrote a book called Scouting for Boys which depicted the games and contests that were established for cavalry training. Baden-Powell held the…
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