Haunted Forest, other scout events fill list of events for kids in Abilene area
Wow, there’s a lot going on the next couple of weeks; just check the “upcoming events” list below. I even had to leave off a few interesting things coming up over the next couple of weeks.
Probably the highlight will be Haunted Forest at Camp Tonkawa. This annual Cub Scout family event draws hundreds of people to the camp from as far away as Lampasas, the southern end of Texas Trails Council.
Participants can enjoy ziplines, hay rides, carnival-style midway, bounce houses, a nighttime movie – and a haunted trail and/or haunted house. There’s also a good possibility of BB and/or archery ranges.
The theme is Abandoned Mine, and groups are encouraged to bring theme-suitable decorations for their campsites.
Two important things to note: There is a maximum family charge of $120 for five or more family members (immediate family only). And all persons attending who are not registered with Boy Scouts of America must provide a “hold harmless” agreement form upon arrival. You can download the form at texastrailsbsa.com; look on the left side near the bottom for the Haunted Forest event.
Upcoming events
Girl Scout service unit cookie sales training for adult leaders in Central Texas council, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday. Virtual event; no fee. Deadline has passed, but course repeats Oct. 17 (deadline passed; check at gsctx.org for availability).
Training for new Girl Scout leaders, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday. No fee; virtual event open to leaders from any council. Register at gs-top.org under “Events” calendar. Course repeats Oct. 18 (Friday deadline to register) and Oct. 27 (Oct. 23 deadline). Direct questions to Shannon Spencer, 806-589-5950 or sspencer@gs-top.org.
Cub Scout/Scouts BSA adult leaders’ roundtable, 7 p.m. Thursday, Highland Church of Christ, 425 Highland Ave., Abilene (one block west of Sayles Boulevard). Recharter packets and information will be available. 325-677-2688.
“Let’s Go! 2 and 3” for Girl Scout leaders, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Lake Brownwood State Park. Required training for leading outdoor events; must complete “Let’s Go! 1” online prior to attending. $20; for Girl Scouts of Central Texas members only. Deadline has passed; check availability with Diana House, stbrnbugs@yahoo.com.
Sporting Clays Classic, Saturday, Camp Tonkawa (near Lake Abilene). Fundraiser for Texas Trails Boy Scout Council. Prices and times vary; check brochure at texastrailsbsa.com (“Featured Events” on left near bottom) or at 3811 N. First St., Abilene. Register by Oct. 13. 325-677-2688.
AXE throwing, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 20, Abilene. For Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts. $15 per scout. Registration deadline has passed; check availability at 800-582-7272 or customercare@gs-top.org. For specifics on the program: Carrie Seals, 806-589-5943 or cseals@gs-top.org.
“So You Want to Be a Medical Doctor” virtual conference Oct. 22. For Junior, Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts (any council). Price varies. Registration deadline has passed; check with your council for availability.
“Finance Your Super Power” for Girl Scouts (all age levels; Texas Oklahoma Plains only), 9:30 a.m.-noon Oct. 22, Abilene; location confirmed upon registration. $15 per girl, deadline to register Sunday. customercare@gs-top.org or Emily Marquez, 325-480-1615 or emarquez@gs-top.org.
“Haunted Forest,” Oct. 21-23, Camp Tonkawa. $25 per person ($30 if registering on day of event); includes all meals Saturday. Register at texastrailsbsa.com (left side near bottom) or 3811 N. First St., Abilene. 325-677-2688.
Contact Carl Kieke at (325) 673-3552 (voice only); or kiekec@suddenlink.net. Deadline is Monday for publication the following Monday.
This article originally appeared on Abilene Reporter-News: Haunted Forest leads scout events in Abilene area in October
