These are some of the upcoming events organized by the district:
Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)
October 4-5, 2024
BALOO is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout pack outdoor event, including pack camping, and Webelos and Arrow of Light den overnighters.
Lion and Tiger Day
October 12, 2024 | 9:00 am – 11:30 am | Messiah Lutheran | 11522 Telge Rd.Cypress, TX 77429
Lion/Tiger Day is an event for Scouts in kindergarten and first grade and their adult partner. Lions will work on an Adventure. There will be games run by Scouts in troops and visits by firefighters and first responders.
The cost is $11.50/scout if pre-registered. Includes a patch and program supplies.
There is no onsite registration.
District Troop Fair
October 26, 2024 | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | Messiah Lutheran | 11522 Telge Rd.Cypress, TX 77429
The Troop Fair is an opportunity for 4th– and 5th-grade Scouts to meet with troops, crews and ships in the district.
Big Cypress District Rocket Day
November 2, 2024 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm | FedEx Ground Houston Hub | 8787 Grand Parkway N.Cypress TX 77433
Youth who join Cub Scouts this year will receive a rocket that they can design, build, and launch at Rocket Day. Youth in kindergarten through fifth grade who are interested in joining Scouting may also attend: invite your friends!
Engines will be provided for new scouts. Returning scouts must bring their own engines or purchase on-site.
This event is free to attend, but requires pre-registration.
University of Scouting
November 16, 2024 | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm | HCC Eastside Campus | 6815 Rustic St, Houston, TX 77087
University of Scouting is a semi-annual supplemental training program. Sessions are led by experienced volunteers who will help leaders and parents enhance their ability to deliver a fun and exciting program to the Scouts.