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: Scouts BSA
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.
Camp Lowden Sporting Clays Days
First Saturday of EVERY month starting in May through November. Come out in a group or as an individual. Course is made up of report pairs and true pairs that will engage a first-time shooter and challenge any experienced shooter.
Scouts BSA Canyon Camp 2022
Don’t think it’s too early to register for Summer Camp! Explore new Merit Badges including Exploration and Citizenship in Society, and new OWL activities in a revamped adventure schedule!
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 […]
Lowden 22′ Adventures!
Check out our NEW Summer Adventures! This year presents a unique opportunity for Camp Lowden as we focus on a new open program making the planning of your Scouts adventures at camp as easy as possible and maximizes the achievements of each Troop, Pack and Scout. Plan and design your own camp adventure! Merit […]
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