C10 Full Circle - August 5, 2026: Back to School, Back to Scouting

August

Summer is an exciting time across Circle Ten Council. Scouts are exploring the outdoors, serving their communities, and preparing for an unforgettable summer.

The first day of school isn't just the start of a new school year. It's the start of our Scouting year.

Families are settling into routines, looking for activities, and deciding what they'll be involved in this year. That makes the next few weeks the single biggest opportunity we have to welcome new families into Scouting.

Here's how every volunteer can help:

Let's Make This Our Biggest Year Yet.
Be Visible at School
Everyone Is a Recruiter
Plan an Amazing Year
Take Care of Your Volunteer Checklist
Help Tell the Story

This is our season.

The uniforms are coming out of the closet. Schools are filling with excited families. New adventures are waiting.

Let's be visible. Let's be welcoming. Let's invite. Let's serve.

Together, let's make this the biggest and best Scouting year yet.

Strong units are built through strong partnerships.

You don't have to grow your unit alone. Your District Executive and district membership team are here to help.

Read this week's Mark the Way chapter to see how we can work together to reach more families.

Reserve Your Spot

Adventure Starts with the Next Event

The best Scouting memories are made when Scouts get out and experience something new. From campouts and hikes to service projects, training, and special adventures, there's always something happening across Circle Ten Council.

Whether you're planning your pack's next family outing or looking for the next challenge for your troop, crew, or ship, we've made it easy to find upcoming opportunities.

Cub Scouts

Older Programs

It's never too early to spread a little holiday cheer!

We're excited to announce Scouting America's participation in the 10,000 for the Troops service project again this year, bringing a touch of home to military service members during the holiday season. Rather than waiting until November, we're encouraging Scouts, families, and volunteers to start creating holiday cards this summer.

Cub Scouts: August is your last opportunity to work toward the Summertime Fun Adventure while giving back to those who serve our country.

Scouts of All Ages: Whether you're in Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouts, or Exploring, your cards can make a meaningful impact on someone serving far from home.

Adults Too: Parents, leaders, alumni, and supporters are invited to join in. This is a service project the entire Scouting family can participate in together.

SERVICE HOURS: Remember, a Scout provides service to others. Use this as an opportunity to participate in a service project toward rank advancements.

Use this as an opportunity for your den, patrol, crew, ship, unit, or family to and create heartfelt holiday messages. Every card helps remind our troops that they are remembered, appreciated, and supported by their communities back home.

Completed cards can now be turned in at either Circle Ten Council office (you don't have to wait until November).

Together, let's help deliver thousands of smiles and make this a holiday season to remember for those who serve.

Circle Ten Council has an opening in our Accounts Payable department, based in our Dallas office. This is a temporary position requiring at least 20 hours per week for 8 weeks, with the possibility of transitioning to full-time. We're looking for candidates with 5+ years of accounts payable experience who are interested in being part of Scouting.

Interested? Email Tammy.Washington@scouting.org

Help Shape the Next Great Scout Adventure

Every unforgettable Scouting experience starts with dedicated volunteers.

Circle Ten Council is looking for passionate individuals to serve on our Camping Program Committees, helping strengthen and expand the outdoor programs that inspire thousands of Scouts each year.

Whether you have expertise, a hobby, or simply a passion for the outdoors, your ideas can help create even better experiences in areas such as:

ATV
Horses & Equestrian Programs
Climbing & Rappelling
Cycling
And other outdoor program areas

Committee members help evaluate current programs, share new ideas, develop future opportunities, and ensure our activities continue to deliver safe, exciting, and memorable adventures for every Scout.

If you'd like to make a lasting impact on the Scouting experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Please express your interest by emailing Bobby Higginbotham and let him know which program area(s) you have experience or passion you'd like to share.

We're always looking for passionate volunteers. If there's not an opening in your area of interest today, we'll keep your information on file for future opportunities.