
More Than Camping: What Scouting Is Really About
Ask someone what they think of when they hear “Scouting,” and you’ll probably hear the same answers.
Camping. Hiking. Pinewood Derby. Campfires. Merit badges.
The life lessons learned in Scouting form a foundation to embrace opportunity and overcome obstacles in life.

PACK 386
Pullen, Parks-Heath & Lyons
Blake Overton
(214) 477-2092
chair.pack386@gmail.com
PACK 528
Rochelle, Jones, Shannon, Garcia, & Springer
Stacey Faulkner
membership@cubpack528.org
https://cubpack528.org
PACK 896
Hamm, Hays, Stevenson, & Dobbs
Phillip Hoefert
(314) 704-8229
hoefertphil@gmail.com
www.pack896.com
PACK 2125
Nebbie, Hartman, Reinhardt, Cullins-Lake Pointe, & HCA
Brandon Hall
(214) 842-9281
1brandonhall@gmail.com

TROOP 1524 (for girls)
Audra Alvarado
(469) 338-3740
audraalvarado@hotmail.com
http://troop1524bsa.com/
TROOP 83 (for boys)
Daniel Wandrey
(214) 681-2037
daniel.wandrey@gmail.com
https://www.Troop83Rockwall.com
TROOP 314 (for boys)
Eric Franchino
Ericfranchino@gmail.com
http://www.troopmasterweb.com/troop314heath
TROOP 690 (for boys)
Anthony Illig
(214) 244-5960
tony.illig@gmail.com
www.troop690rockwall.com
TROOP 989 (for boys)
Erich Hefner
ehefner@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/Troop989Rockwall/
VENTURING CREW 777 (boys and girls)
Adam Krantz
(214) 769-8090
krtzsat@yahoo.com
SEA SCOUTS SHIP 1000 (boys and girls)
jibeho470@gmail.com
www.Ship1000.org

Ask someone what they think of when they hear “Scouting,” and you’ll probably hear the same answers.
Camping. Hiking. Pinewood Derby. Campfires. Merit badges.

Honoring Those Who Serve as America Approaches 250 Years As our nation moves closer to celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026,

In a world full of distractions, shortcuts, and uncertainty, the rank of Eagle Scout still stands for something powerful: leadership, resilience, service, and character.
For more than a century, Eagle Scouts have stepped forward to lead in their communities, workplaces, schools, and across our nation. From astronauts and military leaders to entrepreneurs, doctors, teachers, and community volunteers, Eagle Scouts continue to make a lasting impact long after their final Court of Honor.

Summer has arrived, and across Circle Ten Council, Scouts are packing duffel bags, preparing uniforms, and counting down the days until their next adventure. From waterfront activities and campfires to leadership challenges and lifelong friendships, summer camp season is officially underway.

It’s time for #whywednesday again, and this week we’re spotlighting Cameron Shiels!

For Grant, Scouting is about more than personal achievement—it’s about passing the torch. The same experiences and mentors that shaped his journey inspired him to guide the next generation of leaders.

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