Events

Work Days @ Camp Loud Thunder

Calling all Scouts, Venturers, Adult Leaders, and OA Members! Camp Loud Thunder needs you! Help us keep our camp in tip-top shape by coming to a Work Day. We've got projects for people with all skill levels. Staying for the whole day? We'll feed you lunch if you RSVP!...
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QC Steamwheelers Scout Night – 4/26

Time to team up with the Quad City Steamwheelers for Scout Night! Join us at the Vibrant Arena at The Mark for a night of arena football and FUN as the Steamwheelers take on the Jacksonville Sharks!...
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Community Impact Gala

Join us at our annual Community Impact Gala to support youth in the Illowa Council. This event honors our volunteers, donors, and previous year Eagle Scouts. Participate in the silent auction, sponsorships, or make donations to contribute to Scouting programs like Camperships and Council funded Scouting memberships!...
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NRA Co-Op Muzzleloading Rifle Instructor Course – 5/9-11

Share your knowledge with others by becoming a Muzzleloading Rifle Instructor! This course will give you the skills needed to instruct others on the safe handling and usage of muzzleloading rifles. TCandidates for this course must complete and pass the Basic course prior to attending....
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Cub Scout Rangemaster Training – 5/10

Time to get in on the action! Cub Scout Shooting Sports are always popular at District and Council events, and now you can get trained on how we emphasize safety and marksmanship development for youth under the direction of trained range personnel. Shooting Sports are a major highlight of a...
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STEALTH – 5/17

Our theme this year is "The Science of Flight." Cub Scouts will enjoy themed activities focused on aviation - and we'll even get to see a Med Force helicopter land on site! We'll also have Cub Scout favorites like fishing, range and target activities, and a rope bridge. Don't miss...
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Wilderness First Aid & CPR/AED Training – 5/30-6/1

This class is designed to give you solid first aid skills in a wilderness setting. This course teaches first aid skills for extreme situations in which emergency care is delayed for long periods or self-evacuation is necessary. It includes injury prevention, proper advanced preparation, more advanced first aid techniques, and...
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Pro-Am Golf Tournament

Join the Illowa Council's Pro-Am golf tournament to support under resourced youth in our 13-county service area. Your participation helps fund 'camperships' for Scouts. The event features a unique scramble format with a PGA professional's score aiding teams. Activities include a putting contest, BB-gun range, and auctions. Sponsorship opportunities are...
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Pintwood Derby

Join Illowa Council and Crawford Brew Works for the Pintwood Derby! This is an adults only event where you can race a car, enjoy some local craft beer, and have a great time - all while supporting Scouts on a local level!...
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National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) – 7/13-18

Join Illowa Council for NYLT! NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training) is a six-day advanced leadership course within the Boy Scouts of America designed to teach Scouts skills and techniques to become better leaders in their units, homes, schools, and daily lives....
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Illinois (IN/SAU) Cub Scout Day Camp – 7/14-7/18

The Illowa Cub Scouts will host an INVENTION CONVENTION themed day camp at Singing Bird Lodge! The camp includes various activities for grades 1-5 and requires adult attendance for Tiger Scouts. Fees cover supplies, a t-shirt, and event patch. Forms and packing essentials are necessary....
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