Group Category: Blackhawk Area Council


Giving Tuesday …Save the Date

Giving Tuesday …Save the Date

Published on October 12th, 2023

Make sure you set a calendar reminder or paper your refrigerator with post-it notes –– whatever works to remind you that Giving Tuesday is on November 28, 2023.

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Scout Night with the IceHogs

Scout Night with the IceHogs

Published on October 11th, 2023

Join the Rockford IceHogs for the Blackhawk Area Council Scouts Night on Saturday, December 16, 7:00 p.m. Discounted tickets are available for your Troop and families for a fun night with the IceHogs as we honor Scouts.

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Order of the Arrow 2024 Winter Banquet

Order of the Arrow 2024 Winter Banquet

Published on October 10th, 2023

Members and friends of the Wulapeju Lodge Order of the Arrow are invited for an evening of celebration and fellowship during the annual Winter Banquet. LAST DAY TO REGISTER IS JANUARY 5th.

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2023/24 Blackhawk Area Council OKPIK Training

2023/24 Blackhawk Area Council OKPIK Training

Published on October 10th, 2023

Registration ends 11/10! This program covers the preparation and techniques needed to ensure a successful, safe, and fun cold weather camping experience. 

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Wood Badge 2024

Wood Badge 2024

Published on October 9th, 2023

Every Scout deserves a trained leader! We expect the best from our Scouts, and they should expect no less from us. Leadership is a key to a great Scouting program. To provide this leadership we as Scouters need to have the right tools and resources. Wood Badge is the answer to helping you in all […]

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Lowden Adventures 2024

Lowden Adventures 2024

Published on October 8th, 2023

Find your 2024 Adventures at Camp Lowden Lowden Summer Adventures returns for another year with open programming for Scouts of all ages.  Camp Lowden makes it easy to maximize the achievements of each Troop, Pack, and Scout. First Class Express, Adventure Weekend Experiences, Merit Badge Days and Cub Scout Shooting Sports Days. Scouts and units […]

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Scouts BSA – Canyon Camp Summer Camp

Scouts BSA – Canyon Camp Summer Camp

Published on October 8th, 2023

More to Explore in 2024! With over 50 merit badges, adventures for Scouts and leaders (Operation O.W.L.), unique Native American dedications, and activities/certifications for leaders…

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Unit Charter Renewal Information

Unit Charter Renewal Information

Published on October 8th, 2023

If at any time you are experiencing difficulty completing your Charter Renewal, please contact the Council Office at 815.397.0210 and you will be connected with your local staff member for assistance. Ready to get started? Internet Rechartering How do we access Online Rechartering? Click here for Internet Advancement to access rechartering. You must be a […]

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Friends of Scouting

Friends of Scouting

Published on February 21st, 2022

FOS, or Friends of Scouting, is the council-level annual giving campaign. In most councils, Friends of Scouting represents the council’s largest source of income.

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Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)

Published on February 28th, 2021

An introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program. Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) teaches BSA camping policy and basic outdoor camping skills. BALOO is required training for Cub Scout and Webelos unit leaders in order to camp with your Scouts. BALOO training can be attended through any District or even out of Council. The […]

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