Lone Star District

Order of the Arrow, Wicahpi Chapter, News

The Election Season is Closing—What’s Next?

With unit elections officially behind us, we want to thank all the Troops who participated in selecting their newest candidates for Scouting’s National Honor Society. Now, the focus shifts to the induction journey!

⛺ The District Call-Out Ceremony

Families and Scouts from across the Lonestar District are invited to witness this special tradition as we recognize our newly elected candidates.

• When: Saturday, April 25th (After the Camporee Campfire Program)

• Time: Campfire program begins at 6:30 PM with call-out ceremony following.

• Who: All eligible candidates and their families are strongly encouraged to attend!

🌲 Save the Date: Spring Ordeal

Becoming a formal member of the Order of the Arrow requires completing the Ordeal. Please ensure all candidates have the following weekend marked on their calendars:

• Date: May 1st–3rd (Register HERE)

• Location: Camp James Ray

• Note: Candidates must attend an Ordeal weekend to be inducted into the OA.

Unit Leaders: Please be sure to let your previously called-out scouts and adults know that those elected last year are also still eligible to complete their induction in May.

Service Hours: Log 'em All!

Let's start tracking our volunteer hours for 2026!!! Whether it's for Scouts, school, church, or something else, please report all your service hours. Every act of kindness helps us tell the story of our OA member's commitment to service. Please take a minute to report your hours here.

Upcoming Roundtable Topics

• April 2nd - Camporee & Scout Show Planning

• May 7th - Program Preview

Upcoming Events

March

• Mar. 31st - OA Elections at Units End

April

• Apr. 2nd - Roundtable/OA Chapter Meeting, 7pm (Trinity Presbyterian Church)

• Apr. 18th - District Spring Scout Show, 2pm-4pm (Behind Stonebridge United Methodist Church)

• April 21st - District Committee Meeting & Commissioner Meeting, 7pm (Trinity Presbyterian Church)

• Apr. 24th-26th - Camporee (Lakeland Park, Lake Lavon)

May

• May. 7th - Program Preview - Roundtable/OA Chapter Meeting, 7pm (Trinity Presbyterian Church)

Fall 2026

• Aug. 6th - Roundtable/OA Chapter Meeting, 7pm (Trinity Presbyterian Church)

• Sept. 3rd - Roundtable/OA Chapter Meeting, 7pm (Trinity Presbyterian Church)

• Sept. 26th - District Fall Scout Show (Stonebridge United Methodist Church)

• Oct. 1st - Roundtable/OA Chapter Meeting, 7pm (Trinity Presbyterian Church)

• Oct. 10th - University of Scouting

• Oct. 3rd - Cub Fun Day

• Oct. 24th - Lone Star District Merit Badge College (Stonebridge United Methodist Church)

Unit Resources

My.Scouting - Access your My.Scouting account here & update your official scouting profiles and take online trainings such as the new Safeguard Youth training.

Merit Badge Pamphlets - Access & download all of the pdf versions of merit badge pamphlets here.

Guide to Advancement (GTA) - Access & download the most update-to-date Guide to Advancement here. The current edition of the Guide to Advancement is the official source for administering advancement in all Scouting America programs: Cub Scouting, Scouts BSA, Venturing, and Sea Scouts.

Medical Forms - BSA medical forms need to be updated annually. The fillable pdf can be found here.

• For all SCOUTS who attend overnight camping activities, the following are required - Medical Forms A & B; Copy of Immunization Record; Front/back copy of insurance card.

• For all ADULTS who attend overnight camping activities, the following are required - Medical Forms A & B; Date of last Tetanus shot; Front/back copy of insurance card.

• Form C (signed by a physician) is required for anyone attending a long-term camp such as Webelos resident camp or summer camp.

2026 Inclusion Toolbox - Scouting America is proud to introduce the 2026 Inclusion Toolbox for Special Needs and Disabilities, a comprehensive, 24/7 accessible online resource designed to support our diverse Scouting community. Specifically crafted to foster better communication and empathy between families and volunteers, the Toolbox offers printable materials that are perfect for handouts, training, or onboarding new Scouting families. Whether you are looking for specific guidance on youth support or general disability information, this versatile resource ensures you have the right tools to provide an inclusive and high-quality program for every Scout.

2026–2027 Academic Year Calendar - Scout Life magazine provides monthly themes units can use when planning meetings and outings. Scouts will see stories connected to these themes in the magazine and on scoutlife.org, helping to reinforce what they are learning and experiencing in their units. Find the upcoming academic year calendar here.

Join the Lone Star District Discord Channel HERE

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.  

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.