It’s saddens our hearts to announce the closure of the Crystal Lake Scout Shop effective July 31st. Due to the nature of the BSA restructuring and the unknown time we would be in possession of this property we wanted to ensure ample time to prepare. You will be able to continue to make Scout Shop […]
Program Category: Cub Scouts
First Aid Meet
Patrols will navigate through several blended stations focusing on First Aid teaching, demonstrations, and scenarios.
Grant Pilgrimage 2022
Over 4000 Scouts and Scouters arrive in Galena, IL to take in a historic trail hike, visit Grant’s home and many other historic sites of national prominence. Participants can interact with impersonators of the original 9 Generals of Galena, take in a Civil War skirmish on the banks of the Galena River as well as visit the Civil War encampment to see how soldiers lived. Other interesting sites and activities include numerous museums, shops, parks, patch trading, a blacksmith shop, a woodcarver, a potter, and fur trader.
Weird Science Day Camps
Experience the family-friendly Cub Scout program. Participate in a variety of activities such as archery, nature hike, STEM, wood-working, games, songs and more. You can attend 1 or all of the Day Camps offered throughout the area! Open to all youth including non-registered Scout families. JUNE 6/7 – 6/10 | Hamilton Sundstrand Park (2288 […]
Cub Scout • Webelos • AOL Overnight Camps
Camp Lowden Cub Scouts • Webelos For Cub Scouts of all ranks… fun and activities plus progress on their Adventures. This Cub Scout Overnight Camp is for all Scouts entering 1st grade and older in the fall. Dates: July 22-24 Location: Camp Lowden, near Oregon, IL Fee: Scouts $85 by 6/1 or $110 AFTER 6/1 […]
Friends of Scouting
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.
Unit Charter Renewal Information
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? Internet Advancement Internet Charter Renewal will be available on October 15, 2021. […]
COVID-19 News – Updated 2/28/2022
As COVID-19 continues to have changing implications for Scouting across our Council’s twelve counties, this page is here to offer resources for units and families to successfully continue Scouting from home, online, or in small groups. This is also where you will find important updates from the Blackhawk Area Council and our national Boy Scouts of […]
Pre-Event Screening Checklist
Must-Use Pre-Event Medical Screening Checklist Has COVID Updates Prior to any unit activity, this Pre-Event Medical Screening Checklist should be reviewed and used as necessary. Click here for the Checklist