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Welcome to the Illowa Council!

We are proud to serve more than 1,800 youth who participate in Scouting in Bureau, Henry, Knox, McDonough, Mercer, Rock Island, Stark, and Warren counties in Illinois and Cedar, Clinton, Jackson, Muscatine, and Scott counties in Iowa. These 13 counties make up the Illowa Council!

Scouting has been shaping the youth of America for more than 100 years. Scouting does AMAZING things for youth.  Scouts try new things, serve others, boost self-confidence, make ethical choices, and explore the outdoors.  Besides being super-fun, Scouts say it helps them be more honest, teaches them to better work with others, guides them into becoming better team players and leaders, and provides life-long skills.  Prepared.  For Life.

STEALTH – 5/16

Our theme this year is "Engineering Our Modern Cities." Cub Scouts will enjoy themed activities focused on engineering and construction, with construction equipment and operators on site. We'll also have Cub Scout favorites like fishing,...

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Illowa Council Cub Scout Day Camp – 6/22-26

Illowa Cub Scouts are invited to a Jurassic Journey themed dinosaur day camp at Scott County Park. Activities include shooting sports, crafts, and swimming, aimed at developing skills and team bonding. Registration fees include a...

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Scouts BSA Resident Camp

Camp Loud Thunder is the Illowa Council's premier Scout Camp. Nestled next to the Loud Thunder Forest Preserve, Camp Loud Thunder boasts over 200+ acres of fun for Scouts of all ages. From swimming to...

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Cub Scout Resident Camp

Cub Scout Resident Camp is a program for Wolfs, Bears, Webelos & Arrow of Light (entering 2nd through 5th grades in the fall). It provides an opportunity for Cub Scouts and their adult leaders to...

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Training

Effective Scout leader training ensures a fun, well-delivered program focusing on citizenship, character development, and fitness. Initial steps include mandatory Safeguarding Youth Training, and position-specific education, available online or in-person. Advanced opportunities through Wood Badge...

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Giving Overview

The Illowa Council, serving the Quad Cities area, depends on donations to fund Scouts BSA programs. Contributions support the Friends of Scouting campaign, maintenance of facilities, camp scholarships, and leader training, with matching gifts and...

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SCOUTING OFFERS A PROGRM FOR EVERYONE

BOYS & GIRLS

K-5th GRADE

BOYS & GIRLS

AGES 11-17

CO-ED

AGES 14-20

CO-ED

AGES 10-20

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🔥 4 Days to Go! 🔥

📖 Scouts Read Sacred Texts Worldwide

Is your unit coming??? 👀

🗓 This Thursday – May 7th
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 Sacred Heart Cathedral – Davenport

Come in full Class A. Join Scouts across the world in a shared moment of reflection 🌍

✅ Counts toward advancement
🙏 Duty to God in action

#DutyToGod
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🔥 4 Days to Go! �

⚠️ LAST DAY TO PRE-ORDER 2026 CAMP LOUD THUNDER MERCH THROUGH TENTAROO! ⚠️ Tonight at MIDNIGHT is the deadline for units attending Scouts BSA Summer Camp at Camp Loud Thunder to place their “FORGED IN THE FOREST” apparel orders through Tentaroo!
🔥 Why order now?
✅ Avoid shipping costs
✅ Guarantee your sizes
✅ Secure a hoodie… they are PRE-ORDER ONLY and will NOT be available at camp.
We’ll have a limited number of extra t-shirts at the Trading Post this summer, but availability and sizes are not guaranteed.
If you’ve been waiting to place your order… this is your sign. ⛺⚒️🌲

Not attending camp but still want the merch? Our online store through ClassB will remain open through May 31, 2026 for direct-to-home orders. Here's the link to the Class B Store: stores.classb.com/camp_loud_thunder_summer_2026/shop/home
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⚠️ LAST DAY TO P

VISIT OUR LOCAL SCOUT SHOP

We are supplied with many offerings to make your Scout experience even better. Visit us today!

Address

4412 N. Brady Street
Davenport, IA 52806

Phone

(563) 391-4111

Hours

Tuesday – Friday: 10am-5:30pm
Saturday: 10am-2pm
Sunday: CLOSED

Closed weekdays for lunch 1:30-2:00pm