Lone Star District

Postponed - Scouting For Food, January 31st

Due to temperatures we are moving this back into February!!

We are excited to announce our annual Food Drive, where we come together as a community to make a positive impact on the lives of those facing food insecurity.

DROP-OFF LOCATION: McKinney Little Free Pantry, 2000 N McDonald St, McKinney, TX

ITEMS NEEDED:

Tuna, Jelly, Canned Soup, Baby Food, Bar Soap, Toothbrushes/paste, Toilet Paper, Ready made meals, canned ravioli, completed meals

For More Information : 214 793-2933,  Michell Crawford, crawford-clan@sbcglobal.net

When: Thursday, February 5th

Where: Trinity Presbyterian Church, McKinney

🛠️ Joint Planning Meeting: 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM

We are combining the Camporee and Spring Scout Show planning sessions.

Calling All Packs & Troops: It’s Your Time to Shine!

This is the ultimate moment to put your unit’s personality on display. Whether your unit thrives on hiking, pinewood derbies, camping, or high-adventure canoeing, we want you to show it off! This spring's Scout Show will be a major recruiting event and a showcase for every unit in the district—your input and planning is vital!

• For the Troops: Help Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts find their future home and show the public what leadership in action looks like.

• For the Packs: Set up a fun activity and show local families that the best childhood adventures happen in Cub Scouts.

🕖 Main Event: 7:00 PM

⚜️Scouts BSA: Preparing for Crossover

This month, we are focusing on the transition from Cub Scouting to Scouts BSA. We’ll discuss logistics for the upcoming District Crossover on March 1st and how Troops can best welcome their new Arrow of Light recruits.

🧰Cub Scouts: Practical Tools & Program Inspiration for Leaders

Roundtable is the ultimate "toolbox" for Cub Scout leaders. Join Gloria Albertson for a session packed with fresh ideas to keep your Cubs engaged. Whether you are finalizing details for your Pinewood Derby or planning an unforgettable Blue & Gold Banquet, Gloria will provide the creative spark you need. Beyond the main topic, our Cub breakout offers:

• Practical resources you can use at your next den meeting.

• New program ideas to keep the "fun" in Cub Scouting.

• Shared problem-solving with fellow leaders who "get it."

From service projects to spring planning, February is hitting the ground running. Let’s make this our most impactful month yet—see you at Roundtable!

District Eagle Award and Recognition Dinner, January 24, 2026

Due to weather the 2026 Dinner has been postponed.  We will publish the new date as son as it is determined.  Thanks for understanding.

Please save the date for the 2026 Lone Star District Eagle Award and District Recognition Dinner.   Come help us celebrate another great year of Scouting in the Lone Star District!

Who:     All Lone Star District Leaders and the Class of 2025 Eagles (2025 Eagles are free)
What:    Join us for dinner as we give thanks to everyone that made the 2025 Scouting year count!
When:   January 24, 2026 at 5:00 pm
Where:  Stonebridge United Methodist Church, 1800 S Stonebridge Dr, McKinney, TX 75072
Cost:   $10 with a food based on our theme

Please sign up for a theme base dish here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805094CABAC2DA64-60626348-lone 

We look forward to celebrating with you!     https://scoutingevent.com/571-2026LSDinner

District Crossover, March 1st, at 3 pm

Join the district and all of the Arrow of Lights cross over into Troops.  The Order of the Arrow is hosting a crossover ceremony at the Winding Creek neighborhood park at Winding Brooks Dr and Estates Way near Walker El., 1655 Winding Brook Dr, McKinney, at the nice little bridge there on Sunday, March 1st at 3 pm..  The cost is $5 per Scout.  Each Scout will receiver a totem.  (Notice the time is 1 hour later than last year.)

https://www.google.com/maps/place/1655+Winding+Brook+Dr,+McKinney,+TX+75072

  Register here and see who is going where on the left.

Merit Badge Pamphlets Now Free  

The free public PDF version of all merit badge pamphlets is now available online here:  https://www.scouting.org/skills/merit-badges/all/  . This is part of a program to transition towards a comprehensive Scouting digital platform.  

Rotary Flag Fundraiser Opportunities 

The Rotary Flag Lease campaign is in full swing. We are ramping up to have almost 6000 flags across McKinney this year. Rotary clubs and Scouting units have  had a tremendous partnership over the years. We are currently looking to bring on MORE units this year to help with their fundraising efforts.

If you are a unit (troop, pack, etc) that could use help with fundraising and has the desire to commit to a flag route this year, we are looking for helpers. Currently I will need help with about 8-10 routes this year, if you know anyone interested?

One flag route typically averages about 65 flags to pass out and return a few days later. We do this 5 times a year. We contribute $3 per flag, per holiday for fundraising. So, a unit could wind up earning around $1,000 per year, per route, as a donation from us.

If you know anyone interested, please send them my way. Hoping to help some folks out this year. Thank you for your time, looking forward to seeing you soon.

Brian Cyranowicz, 214-491-7678

District News and Successes!

Lone Star District wants to share your successes and what is going on with you all with the rest of the district.  If you have any news, photos or events to share, please let us know.  We would love to share it through the newsletter, Facebook page and website.

Share details with us here.

Friends of Scouting Donation Link

Did you miss your unit's Friends of Scouting presentation?  It is not too late to donate anyway.  

Here is an online donation link to Circle Ten Council.
https://donations.scouting.org/#/council/571/appeal/15 

Or you can fill out the card they sent you and send it back.  Or fill this one, link, out and turn it in at Roundtable or at the Fairview Scout Office.