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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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.
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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We had enough folks reach out about our 2026 summer camp shirts wondering if they could order them even if they don't plan on attending summer camp at Loud Thunder this year. Thanks to #ClassB , we have an online store set up where you can purchase these items, plus several other EXCLUSIVE options, and have them shipped directly to your home. This store will be open until Sunday, May 31st, 2026 at midnight. stores.classb.com/camp_loud_thunder_summer_2026/shop/home
If you're coming to summer camp at LT, you can still pre-order your t-shirts and hoodies through your unit's Scouts BSA Summer Camp registration in Tentaroo.
This needs to be done by May 3, 2026, at midnight, and helps you avoid shipping costs. We'll have some extra t-shirts at the Trading Post, but HOODIES are ONLY available through pre-orders.
More info on Scouts BSA Summer Camp at Loud Thunder can be found at illowascouting.org/scouting-america-programs/camping/scouts-bsa-resident-camp/.
Dinner recap. Part of the dinner we were able to recognize the 2025 National Eagle Scout Association Outstanding Eagle Scout Award. The NOESA is a prestigious recognition for Eagle Scouts who have demonstrated outstanding achievement at the local, state, or regional level. This year we recognized two individuals with this honor.
Col. William "Joe" Parker – Eagle Scout Class of 1997
Parker serves as Garrison Commander of Rock Island Arsenal, following a career of increasing responsibility across tactical, operational, and strategic roles. He previously served as Chief of Plans and Exercises and Chief of Operations at Army Sustainment Command, supporting global Army logistics and combat readiness. His deployments include Iraq, Afghanistan, and Ukraine. He also serves as Assistant Scoutmaster of Troop 82 in Bettendorf, IA.
C. Dana Waterman III – Eagle Scout Class of 1960
Waterman III built a distinguished legal career with Lane & Waterman, serving as Managing Partner from 2001-2016, and as Secretary and General Counsel of Lee Enterprises for 34 years. A Quad Cities Business Hall of Fame inductee, he has also served as Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army for Iowa (East) and was named Quad Cities Chamber Volunteer of the year in 2020. His leadership extends across numerous community organizations, including Genesis Health System and the Hubbel-Waterman Foundation.
Congratulations to our newest NESA Outstanding Eagle Scouts!
Thank you to all of our Eagle Scout Sponsors!
You helped ensure our Eagle Scouts could attend the recognition dinner for free and also allowed us to recognize them with a special Eagle Scout CSP and challenge coin!
Tim Beck, Talbot & Angela Berry, Zachary Beuthien, Mike & Alicia Burken, Brad & Katie Burt, Aqua-Tech Car Wash, Jeff Doty, Jason Kerr, Steve & Celeste Miller, Tom & Katie Resig, Kristi Smith, Ted Stimach, Michael Torsney, Timothy Wagner, and Ryan Yoder
THANK YOU!
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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
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