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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Illowa Council
Dinner recap. The Silver Beaver Award is the highest award a Local Council can present to an adult volunteer of Scouting America. The award is presented to those volunteers who have not only made outstanding contributions to the Scouting program, but also in their community.
Vanessa Leavitt has been the Program Director for Cub Scout Day Camp at Scott County Park since 2019. She also serves as Committee Chair for Troop 89, and previously for Pack 54, and is a merit badge counselor. Vanessa has attended and helped teach the Day Camp Section of National Camping School and has earned both the Scouter's Training Award and the District Award of Merit. Additionally, she teaches band lessons at North Scott Junior High, manages and plays in the Sterling Municipal Band, and performs with the Big River Brass Band and Clinton Symphony.
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Dinner recap. The Silver Beaver Award is the highest award a Local Council can present to an adult volunteer of Scouting America. The award is presented to those volunteers who have not only made outstanding contributions to the Scouting program, but also in their community.
Brice Chapman is a dedicated volunteer at Camp Loud Thunder, consistently supporting various events. He is a constant presence at Order of the Arrow activities, where he assists in the kitchen, cleans up after events, and has also served on the NYLT and NOAC staff. Brice has held roles such as OA Ceremonies Advisor, NOAC Contingent Staff, Kodiak Staff, Unit Commissioner, Hoover District Committee member, and Assistant Scoutmaster for Troop 127. Additionally, Brice is active in the Masonic Lodge. He is an Eagle Scout, has achieved Vigil Honor in the Order of the Arrow, and has received both the OA Founders Award and the District Award of Merit.
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Illowa Council Scouts – You’re invited to take part in something simple & meaningful.
Scouts Read Sacred Texts
📍 Sacred Heart Cathedral, Davenport
🗓 Thursday, May 7, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM
Join Scouts from across our area as we gather in observance of the National Day of Prayer. This is a chance to live out the Scout Oath—especially our duty to God—in a way that is personal, respectful, and shared with others.
All Scouts and families are welcome.
✔ Wear your full Class A uniform
✔ Come ready for reflection and reverence
This event is open to all youth and families—not just Scouts.
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