Lone Star District

Roundtable Attendance Power Rankings

We have a new competition this year!!! The units (one Cub Scout unit AND one Scouts BSA unit) with the highest aggregate adult leader attendance rate from the August Roundtable to the January Roundtable will win TWO free tickets to the Lone Star District Dinner held in late January.

Upcoming Roundtable Topics

Dec - ugly sweater gift swap, BSA and antique Scout show.  Aaron Self will bring old stuff.

District Eagle Award and Recognition Dinner, January 24, 2026

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

BALOO & IOLS Training, January 23-24

At Meyers Park, Hosted by Iron Horse (Frisco) and Lone Star Districts

Registration closes January 18 at 11:00 p.m.  - NO WALK-INS -

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) is an overnight training event that introduces parents and leaders to the skills needed to plan and conduct Pack outdoor activities, particularly Pack camping. The training includes campsite selection, outdoor event planning, parent involvement, health & safety, equipment, cooking, and an introduction to camping skills. 

Register at:  https://scoutingevent.com/571-2026BALOO1

All Packs are required to have a minimum of one (more recommended) for any and all overnight events.

Cost: $40.00,  Check-in: Friday, Jan 23 at 6:00 p.m.  Check-out: Sat, Jan 24 at 5:00 p.m.

BALOO participant orientation is required for all participants and will be held online via Zoom on Friday, January 16 at 7:00 p.m.   A Zoom link will be provided after registration.

Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) provides adult leaders the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. Participants will work as Patrols at this hands-on training. Upon completion, leaders should feel comfortable teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain the First Class rank. All Troops are required to have IOLS trained leaders and all SM/ASMs are required to have it to be fully trained.

Register at:   https://scoutingevent.com/571-2026IOLS1

Cost: $40.00,  Check-in: Friday, Jan 24 at 6:00 p.m.  Check-out: Sat, Jan 25 at 5:00 p.m.

There will be a Mandatory Patrol Meeting on Tuesday, January 20th at 7:00 p.m. at the Fairview Office

ILST Training, January 24

At Meyers Park, Hosted by Iron Horse (Frisco) and Lone Star Districts

Registration closes January 20 at 11:00 p.m.  - NO WALK-INS -

Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops (ILST) is a day-only training event that teaches Scouts with leadership positions about their new roles and how to most effectively reach success in that role. It is intended to help Scouts in leadership positions within their troop understand their responsibilities and to equip them with organizational and leadership skills to fulfill those responsibilities. ILST is the first course in the series of leadership training offered to Scouts and is a replacement for Troop Leadership Training. Completion of ILST is a prerequisite for Scouts to participate in the more advanced leadership courses National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) and the National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience (NAYLE). It is also required to participate in a Kodiak Challenge Trek. 

Register at:  https://scoutingevent.com/571-2026ILST1

Cost: $25.00

Check in: Saturday, January 24 at 8:00 AM,  Check out: Saturday, January 24 at 5:00 PM

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.