Brazos Bend State Park is located approximately 28 miles southwest of Houston covers approximately 5000 acres, with its eastern boundary fronting 3.2 miles along the Brazos River. Activities at Brazos Bend include hiking, geocaching, biking, fishing, and if you don't watch out, alligator-wrestling. Campsites are located among huge moss-draped live oaks. More than 300 species of birds have been sighted at the park, along with 21 species of reptiles and amphibians, 17 species of mammals, and 500 species of plants. The George Observatory is located in the park, and is open from 3 to 10 p.m. on Saturdays.
The primary focus of this campout is advancement, with an emphasis on Tenderfoot requirements. Scouts will also be able to earn the Totin' Chip.
The Top Chef will be revealing the secret ingredient at the March 6 Troop Meeting.
