Lone Star District

Swim Tests at Allen Natatorium, Sat, May 16th  2-4 pm

 They currently have one lane set aside for swim tests and can add a second. They have a life guard to administer the test and the cost is $8 per scout. If we provide someone it will be $5 per scout.

2026 Cub Adventure Day- McKinney
Myers Park
June 8 - 10, 2026

Hosted by Iron Horse

Registration closes Monday, June 1, 2026
- NO WALK-INS -

Calling all Cub Scouts from Tigers to Arrow of Light Scouts! 

Event Details: 

• Hours: 3:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

• Location: Myers Park, 7117 CR 166, McKinney, TX 75071

• Registration will close on June 1 at 11:00 p.m.
  (This is the deadline to register, add/change participants, update participant information, and complete payment in full).

• https://scoutingevent.com/571-2026CubAdventureDayMcKinney# 

• Ranks: When registering your Scout, please register them for the rank they will be in Fall 2026 (9-1-2026).

Cost: 

• Youth Participant: $75.00 regular price. Adult Volunteer: $15.00  Youth Volunteer: $15.00

T-Shirts:

***May 8, 2026 at 11:00 p.m. is the deadline to be guaranteed a t-shirt.  If you register after May 8, you may still select the size shirt you would like. HOWEVER, we will be unable to guarantee you will get the sizes or quantities you selected.***

Leader Guide:

Leader guides will be published for camp by May 8.

You and your Scout may attend a Day Camp in ANY district. You are not restricted to staying within your own district. Choose the one that works best for you! 

https://circleten.org/posts/270030/dont-miss-out-on-our-2026-cub-scout-summer-adventures 

URGENT: New Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT)

Deadline: May 31, 2026

The safety of our youth is our top priority. Please note that Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) has officially replaced the old Youth Protection Training (YPT) as the mandatory safety certification for Scouting America.

• Who: All adult leaders and volunteers. This is needed for all adults ASAP.

• What: A new ~90-minute course available at my.scouting.org.

• When: Full adoption is required by May 31, 2026.

• Important: Your current YPT is only valid until its expiration date or May 31, 2026, whichever comes first. Please complete the new SYT course before the deadline.

Cub Fun Day
Myers Park, McKinney
October 3, 2026

Hosted by Eagle Trail, Iron Horse and Lone Star districts

Participants: Cub Scouts / Packs

Registration closes Monday, September 28, 2026 at 11:00 p.m.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026

• Check-in: Saturday, October 3 at 8:30 a.m.

• Event time: 9:00 a.m.

• Location: Myers Park, 7117 Co Rd 166, McKinney, TX 75071

• Registration closes Monday, September 28 at 11:00 p.m.

Upcoming Roundtable Topics

• April 2nd - Camporee & Scout Show Planning

• May 7th - Program Preview

Upcoming Events

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.