Heart O' Texas District, Scouting America

04/24/2026

This event is open to Eagle Scouts, family, and friends! Come enjoy a fun time of fellowship with your scouting family!! 🦅🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏾

04/18/2026

04/16/2026

SUPPORT WACO PD EXPLORERS - The Waco Police Department Explorer Program is a hands-on program for young men and women aged 14 to 21 interested in the police profession or the criminal justice system.

Support the program today by purchasing through the fundraiser with Little Caesars!

🍕Online @ https://bit.ly/4caixoJ
🍕April 14 - May 13, 2026

For more information about the Waco Police Explorers, visit our website linked in the comments below! ⬇️

04/15/2026

It’s Time to Level Up!

In Scouting, the finish line is actually a launchpad. While many think the journey ends at Eagle or age 18, Venturing and Exploring offer the "Next Level"—giving young adults high-adventure experiences and independence that a traditional troop might not be able to offer.

Case in Point: Venturing Crew 376 at San Saba
Last weekend, our Clifton-based Crew took on the San Saba Mountain Man Camporee. This wasn't your standard campout; it was a high-intensity race through 8 elite events like tomahawk throwing, gold panning, and canoeing.
The weekend was the ultimate test of the "Be Prepared" motto. When heavy storms turned their campsite into a literal pond overnight, the Crew didn't miss a beat. Thanks to their proactive prep and teamwork, they stayed dry, stayed cheerful, and stayed focused on the competition!

The Results
The Crew’s specialized skills resulted in an incredible haul of awards:
• 3rd Place: Tunnel Trudge, Gold Panning, and Scout Law Bridge.
• 2nd Place: Canoeing and Patrol Spirit.
• A New Record: In Fire Starting, they burned the string in 10 minutes—the fastest time organizers have seen in 13 years!
• Overall: Our Crew took 3rd Place Overall, earning each member a new backpacking stove!

Your Next Adventure Awaits
If you’ve done it all in your troop and are looking for new challenges, don't "age out." Join a Venturing Crew or Explorer Post. The records, the rewards, and the memories are waiting for you.

To find out more about your local Crew & Post, visit beascout.org to find a unit near you.

04/15/2026

Register your Scouting unit today to stay up-to-date on all things popcorn: https://login.trails-end.com/unit-registration

04/15/2026

Please support our explorers!

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SUPPORT WACO PD EXPLORERS - The Waco Police Department Explorer Program is a hands-on program for young men and women aged 14 to 21 interested in the police profession or the criminal justice system.

Support the program today by purchasing through the fundraiser with Little Caesars!

🍕Online @ https://bit.ly/4caixoJ
🍕April 14 - May 13, 2026

For more information about the Waco Police Explorers, visit our website linked in the comments below! ⬇️

04/14/2026

💎 Scouts: Get Ready for a Rockin’ Weekend! 💎
The Waco Gem and Mineral Club is inviting all Scouts to the 66th Annual Waco Gem and Mineral Show! This is a fantastic opportunity to dive into earth science and see some incredible treasures from around the world.

The "Scout Special":
FREE Admission all weekend for Scouts in uniform!
Exclusive Scavenger Hunt: On Sunday, May 3rd, complete the hunt to win a prehistoric shark’s tooth, fossil, or arrowhead!

What to Expect:
Fossil digs (ages 12 & under)
Glowing fluorescent stones & rare minerals
Lapidary artisan demonstrations
Silent auctions and raffles

📅WHEN: May 2nd & 3rd | 10 AM – 5 PM
📍WHERE: Lee Lockwood Library and Museum, Waco, TX
💰GUESTS: $5 Adults | $3 Youth (7-17) | FREE for Military, First Responders, & kids under 6.

Bring your family and friends for a weekend of discovery!

Full details at: wacogemandmineral.org

04/13/2026

Celebrating Leadership in Waco! 🦅

We are incredibly proud to announce that three of our Heart O’ Texas Eagle Scouts were honored today at the 2026 Waco Rotary Citizenship Awards.

Out of all the nominees, Willow Alexander (308G), Everett Jensen (308B), and Trenton Nemec (497) were each independently nominated by their schools and rose to the top as finalists! To top off this incredible achievement, each of these Scouts was awarded a scholarship to support their future endeavors.

A special shout-out to Everett Jensen, who was selected as the overall 2026 Waco Rotary Youth Citizenship award recipient. 🏆

These young leaders represent the very best of Scouting and our community. Please join us in congratulating Willow, Everett, and Trenton on their hard work and their new scholarships!

04/13/2026

Not all high adventures happen at the national camps. Sometimes the high adventure finds you. Way to go Crew 376! And congratulations on your 3rd place finish in the race.

04/12/2026

If you need help logging those service hours, please reach out. We love to see these numbers increase every week.

04/10/2026

What an incredible night at the Heart O' Texas District Awards Banquet!

There is something so special about getting the District together to recognize the volunteers who go above and beyond for our youth. From the Unit Leaders to the District Committee, your passion is what keeps the Heart O' Texas beating strong.

Take a look through some of the highlights from the evening! Seeing these smiles reminds us why we do what we do. Congratulations to all of our award recipients—your recognition is well-deserved!