Longhorn Council - Venturing Officers Association

Join the Netopalis Sipo Schipinachk Lodge, Longhorn Council - BSA for a weekend of fun at Sid Richardson Scout Ranch, August 9-11.
https://scoutingevent.com/662-OA

Zoom link will be sent out day of meeting

Here is the link for the VOA meeting today

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Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping aquatic adventure like no other! The Longhorn Council Venturing Officers Association proudly presents, along with Order of the Arrow and the LHC Aquatics Committee.

Splash Bash, the ultimate summer extravaganza, will be on August 12, 2023, at the breathtaking Sid Richardson Scout Ranch's Stripling Island. Dive into a whirlwind of heart-racing activities tailored for thrill-seeking youth aged 14 to 20. Embark on a kayaking expedition, conquer the currents in a canoe, soar through the air and make a splash on the colossal blob, test your balance and agility on paddle boards, indulge in invigorating swimming sessions, reel in the biggest catch while fishing, experience the thrill of camping under the stars, and harness the power of the wind as you sail and windsurf. It's an action-packed day that will leave you craving for more. Don't miss out on the adventure of a lifetime at Splash Bash!

𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐬 𝟐𝟓! Welcome to the 25 Anniversary of Venturing! Since 1998, we've always looked forward to enthusiastically leading the adventure for young adults who look for ways to grow mentally, physically, and morally.

Our sustained success in a quarter of a century shows that 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩, 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡, and 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 work in developing young adults into leaders of tomorrow.

For those of you who have been here since the beginning, thank you. For those of you just joining the wonderful world of Venturing, welcome! Here's to another 25 years and beyond as we help you 𝙇𝙀𝘼𝘿 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝘼𝘿𝙑𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙐𝙍𝙀!

Leadership Workshop!

Crew 1910 teaching us about Project Management!

Big shout out to Post 52 and Worth Ranch Staff for coming out and talking to us about all things Staff! Worth Ranch Aquatic School Longhorn Council, Boy Scouts of America

Learning about Time Managment and Goal Setting! Thank you Renee and the OA!

Leadership Workshop Begins!

https://scoutingevent.com/662-65541

Longhorn Council - Leadership Workshop - Hosted by VOA & OA Leadership Workshop Coordinated by the Venturing Officer's Association Saturday January 28, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Hurst Office, 850 Cannon Dr. Room 2

Venturing members from across Longhorn Council enjoying the 2022 National Order of the Arrow Conference

http://www.facebook.com/TexasPowderHorn/

WHY POWDER HORN?
Get hands-on experience, network with your fellow Scouters, and share experiences to strengthen your program and deliver on the promise of Scouting.

Providing an exciting and quality outdoor program that will keep your Scouts engaged is an ongoing challenge. This course supercharges you with new ideas, the know-how to accomplish new activites, and contacts that can guide you along the way. Texas Powder Horn is your premier source for all of this and so much more.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
* Youth leaders - age 14 or older; youth must have completed his/her unit's version of leadership training (i.e., ILST, ILSC, ILSS)

* New adult leaders - that may lack experience in high adventure activities

* Experienced adult leaders - that feel their unit is in a rut

* Cub Scout leaders - looking for ideas for their Pack or getting ready to transition to a Troop

* Other registered adults - that may have been sitting on the sidelines

COURSE DETAILS
Capital Area and LonghornCouncils are proudj to co-host the 2022 Texas Powder Horn training course at Longhorn Council's beautiful Camp Tahuaya, located near Belton, Texas.

Sept 9-11 & 23-25, 2022

Enrollment for this course is limited to the first 56 participants

$275 if registered by Sunday, July 31, 2022
$330 starting Monday, August 1, 2022
**Registration closes August 26, 2022**

SAMPLE TOPICS
Archery
Backpacking
Canoeing
Caving
Climbing
C.O.P.E
Ecology
Equestrian
Expedition Planning
First Aid
Fly Fishing
Geocaching
Kayaking
Land Navigation
Lifesaving/Aquatics
Living History
Mountain Biking
Outdoor Ethics
Shooting Sports
Snorkeling
Watercraft
Wilderness Survivial

WHAT TO EXPECT?
At Texas Powder Horn, you "learn by doing" from expert consultants who demonstrate the skills and explain where rexources, such as equipment, facilities, guides, instructors, and certifications can be obtained. You will sample the activities yourself so you will know how much fun your unit will be able to have. We recruit an all-star staff of experienced Scouters and experts from all over Texas to guide you through the adventure! Then we help you bring ideas back to your unit with resources and a network of knowedgeable Scouters to offer advice and answer questions

It is fun with a purspose!

TAKEAWAYS
* Introduction to new unit activites
* Increased Scouting network
* Directory of resources in your area
* Ideas to re-energize your unit
* Access to activity experts with a wealth of high adventure and outdoor knowledge

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For more information regarding Texas Powder Horn, please contact 2022 Course Director Meredith Clarke: [email protected]

Texas Powder Horn Powder Horn High-Adventure Resource Mgmt Course Developed for Scout & Venturing Leaders delivering hi

Crew members from crew 554, 705, 258, having a blast in Alaska! Proudly representing Longhorn Council!

VOA ZOOM MEETING!! link is provided below.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/89245041007?pwd=REYxT3ZEam13ajZnRWV5WjNaVEFhdz09

Meeting ID: 892 4504 1007
Passcode: LHCVOA

We decided we needed a day to enjoy and play some games together!

If you are part of this facbook group, or knows someone who is in Venturing, we want to hear from you! What do you want to see Longhorn Council VOA do for your crews? Training, events, meeting help, recruitment drives, etc.

REPOST!! MAIN EVENT IS COMING UP SOON!!

Let us all congratulate Tianna Kell! For earning her Summit Award!

Tianna is a member of crews 336 and 1910. Shes an Eagle Scout, former VOA officer, Order of the Arrow Vigil member, and a former NYLT SPL for Longhorn Council course 221. Let us all give Tianna another big congratulations!!

Longhorn Council VOA presents……. Main Event! It will be on May 1st, 2022 from 2:30-3:30pm. We will be meeting at the Grapevine Main Event, hope to see you all there!!
Here is the Address: 407 W State Hwy 114, Grapevine, TX 76051

We have a new zoom link for tonight’s meeting at 7pm!

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/74972492502?pwd=BGivujLSYu7BaoXnmvq7haYt1wXsrT.1

Meeting ID: 749 7249 2502
Passcode: SR53ub

Great job to our VP of Administration and VP of Communication, Kendall Grube and Gabe Sewell at NYLT 223 this weekend! Keep it up Scouts!

Great job to our VP of Administration and VP of Communication, Kendall Grube and Gabe Sewell at NYLT 223 this weekend!Keep it up Scouts!

Hello everyone! We have a quick update for you regarding our next meeting, as well as a few house keeping items.

Firstly, our March 5th meeting has been postponed to March 8th. This will be on Zoom at 7pm - https://us05web.zoom.us/j/81873520331?pwd=ZEFGU3cxalljYzZDWXBuV1F3MEFCQT09

Meeting ID: 818 7352 0331
Passcode: LHCVOA

Secondly, we now have our GroupMe. We’d like to invite all presidents, advisors, and any crew members of the council to this. Here you can stay updated on what we’re doing - https://groupme.com/join_group/85731197/iUncyssn

Lastly, our council wide Top Shot event is right around the corner! This will be on March 12th, and will be hosted by the council at Sid Richardson Scout Ranch. We really need your help, so if you’re a crew and are interested in helping out with the midway section, fill out this form here - https://forms.gle/X41VnEjTGDdYYmoY9