Ben Bob’s Dutch Oven Cook Off – 8/23

Join us for a dutch oven cook off in memory of Ben "Bob" Rogers!

DATE: Sunday, August 23, 2026

START TIME:

  • Cooking starts at 11:30am.
  • Tasting starts at 1:30pm.

END TIME: 3:00pm

LOCATION: Camp Loud Thunder, 9906 175th St W, Illinois City, IL

WHO: All Scouters, their families, and friends

COST: $5.00/person; includes custom engraved wooden sampling spoon

EVENT QUESTIONS: Harold Cover, [email protected] or 563-320-5372

REGISTRATION QUESTIONS: Contact the Illowa Council Service Center at [email protected] or 563-388-7233

About this Event

Fire up the coals and bring your favorite recipe to Camp Loud Thunder for the 3rd Annual Ben “Bob” Rogers Dutch Oven Cook Off! This annual tradition honors the memory of a longtime Illowa Council Scouter whose love of outdoor cooking, fellowship, and service left a lasting impact on generations of Scouts. Whether you’re competing or simply coming to taste, you’ll enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, friendly competition, and Scouting camaraderie while supporting future improvements at camp.

Please bring your own table service and drinks.

Registration Information

Registration for this event will close on August 20, 2026, at midnight.