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SCOUTBOOK

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Scoutbook is the BSA's online platform where you can find all the information about your Cub Scout's progress through their achievements and ranks, as well as details of upcoming Pack and Den events. Login here.

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FACEBOOK PAGE

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Pack 505 runs a private Facebook page where Pack members can upload photos/videos and interact with other members of the Pack. Click here to view or request an invitation to join!

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SAM HOUSTON AREA COUNCIL

 

Pack 505 is in the Twin Bayou District of Sam Houston Area Council (SHAC). The Council covers 16 counties in southeast Texas and serves over 25,000 youth through the dedicated service and leadership of approximately 10,000 adult volunteers. SHAC's website can be found here: https://shacbsa.org/

 

 

SCOUT SHOP

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The official BSA Scout Shop is the place to go for all your uniform and equipment needs! The main Houston location can be found at 2225 N. Loop W., Suite A, Houston, TX 77008 (or shop online at www.scoutshop.org)

 

For other Scout Shop locations in the Houston area see the SHAC website

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CAMPING RESOURCES

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Looking for a good list of equipment to bring to camp? There is a good one on the SHAC website here: https://shacbsa.org/adventure-camp (scroll down to the section "What to Bring")

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We also recommend checking out the BSA Pack Overnighter Checklist and the REI Family Camping Checklist.

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This document includes some gear suggestions from ScoutMasterCG with some additional thoughts from a former Den leader.

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A completed BSA medical form (Parts A-B) is required for everyone who takes part in weekend camping with Pack 505. You can find a copy of this form here.

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SCOUT LIFE MAGAZINE

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Formerly known as Boys' Life, this publication has been the official monthly magazine of the BSA since 1911. Includes games, jokes, outdoor gear reviews, project ideas, inspiring stories, and much, much more! https://scoutlife.org/

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