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| Gathering of Eagles |
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Last call to all Eagle Scouts!
Registration Deadline April 18th!
The Gathering of the Eagles, honoring the Class of 2007, is on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. The event will be held at Illowa Council Camp Loud Thunder, map and driving directions included.
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| TRAINING EVENTS |
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| Please see the scheduled Training Events listed under the "Illowa Training Opportunities" in the pull down "Training" menu above.
Additional training classes are listed in each district under the "Home Pages" pull down menu above.
REMEMBER...Every Scout deserves a trained leader!
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BOY SCOUT LEADER SPECIFICS |
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| WOLF AND BALOO |
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WOLF AND BALOO training will help ALL Cub Scout parents and leaders to BE PREPARED for the adventures of camping in the great outdoors with Cubs. This program is specific to meet the needs of introducing young men to the world of overnight camping and fulfills the requirements your Pack needs to conduct these outings. This combined course provides BOTH the basic training as well as the Webelos instruction.
When: Friday, April 11 & Saturday, April 12, 2008
Who: Webelos den leaders and ALL adults in the Cub Scout program.
Where: Loud Thunder Scout Reservation
Cost: $10 -- includes materials and meals: Friday night snack, breakfast & lunch on Saturday.
Registration begins 6PM Friday; program starts 6:50PM. Program ends 5PM Saturday.
Friday overnight camping & Saturday attendance are required.
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| Illowa Council 2009 Philmont Contingent |
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Are you looking for the trek experience of your life?
We're looking for 24 Scouts who are!
REGISTRATION DATE: APRIL 15, 2008
EXPEDITION DATE: JUNE 15-29, 2009
If interested, complete the Contingent YOUTH Application , return to the Illowa Council along with a deposit of $100. Total fee for the contingent is $975.
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| Northern Lights 2008 |
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| This program is for all Boy Scouts, and is presented by the Order of the Arrow. Learn about winter survival and have an opportunity to practice your skills.
When: February 2-3 2008
Where: Camp Loud Thunbder
Cost: $15.00 for the morning and overnight session, $10.00 for just the morning program.
You must be 13 and over for the overnight session. |
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| CHAIN SAW OPERATOR TRAINING |
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Training for chain saw operators will be held at Camp Loud Thunder on Saturday, March 1st. Registration is limited and required. You must be at least 18 years of age to participate.
Click HERE for more information and registration form. |
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| MALT Needs Your Help |
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| MALT is looking for outstanding Scouters to help make this year’s MALT as successful as last year’s! MALT is a fun-packed weekend at Loud Thunder for Cub Scouts and their families to participate in exciting activities and get some family camping in with their fellow Scouters. |
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| Illowa Council Recognition Dinner and Annual Meeting |
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All Scouts, Scouters, spouses and guests are cordially invited to join us as we honor the many committed adults who make our Scouting program possible. You will have a full evening of fellowship and fun with solemn moments and we will recognize the best of the best.... crowning the evening with the annual Silver Beaver presentations!
When: Wednesday January 16th
Where: THE LODGE in Bettendorf, Ia
Time: Gathering at 6:00 PM, dinner served at 6:45
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| First Aid & Medicine Merit Badge Clinic |
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| This great 6th Annual Clinic for Scouts is coming up on Saturday, February 23RD at the Larson Center on the Genesis-Illini Hospital campus, 801 Illini Dr. in Silvis. It will be taught by physicians, nurses and health professionals, beginning at 8:30AM with registration, and lasting through 3:30PM. Remember, the First Aid MB will not be taught at camp, and the Medicine MB is tough because of the amount of interaction with health care professionals….SO take advantage of this great opportunity! |
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| Scout Night with the Harlem Globetrotters |
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| Everyone’s favorite wacky basketball team, The Harlem Globetrotters, will be in town Thursday, December 27th at 7:00pm. Sign up now and reserve your tickets by December 12th to make sure you don’t miss out on seeing one of the most exciting basketball teams play in the Quad Cities. |
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When: Beginning January 6, 2008
Where: Christ United Methodist Church
7th Street East Moline
And Ski Snowstar
Contact: Gary Pearsall (309) 762-4345
Printable Flyer
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| Pow-Wow 2007 |
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| Pow Wow Leader Training is a one day training event that is offered to Scout Leaders or anyone who desires to learn more about providing a quality program to the youth of their Pack or Troop.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 10th 2007
8:00am - 4:00pm
Davenport West High School
3505 W. Locust Street, Davenport
Cost: $15.00 Lunch and Patch are included.
**Early Registration**
$12.00 if paid by Wednesday October 24th
By popular request “Scouting Memorabilia” has been added as a 3rd period option. If you would like to take this class, please indicate on your registration form.
HURRY HURRY HURRY !
As our construction Dead Line draws near, opportunities to participate in this “Unit Building” learning experience have started to diminish…
The DEN CHIEF class has become FULL TO CAPAICITY and applications are no longer being accepted… However, the SPL / ASPL class still has positions available, and is highly recommended for “ANY” Scout wishing to seek journeyman skills in the Youth Leadership trade.
At this time all other courses have openings…but don’t hesitate as all classes have size limits
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| LOUD THUNDER RUMMAGE SALE |
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WHAT: Sale of Camp excess items to clear space & benefit LT
WHEN: October 27, 2007 from 9:00am – 3:00pm
WHERE: Camp Loud Thunder; Freytag Hall in Lower Camp
OFFERING: at “Give Away” prices…
A leaf sweeper, a roto-tiller, 3-burner propane stoves, kerosene lanterns, a gas stove, storage boxes, coolers, a sailboat, telephones, tool boxes, patrol cook kits, re-curve bows, camp kitchens, hip-high wading boots, a gun cabinet, a whirlpool range hood, various kitchen utensils, and much more. This is a great time to replace or repair your missing or broken patrol kit items
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| HALLOWEEN AT LOUD THUNDER |
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October 19-21 2007
Tiger Cubs
Cub Scouts
Parents
Siblings,
and non-Scouter guests.
You are invited to Halloween at Loud Thunder.
New this year, we are selling T-Shirts.
They are $7.00 for sizes small through XL, $9.00 for 2XL and 3XL.
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Product Recall Notice |
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We have decided to initiate a voluntary recall of the Cub Scout Immediate Recognition Kit, Item 01804, (White plastic emblems that read “Progress Toward Ranks”) as it may contain lead levels in excess of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission standards in the paint on one component of the kit, the totem badge.
Our Scout Shop has been advised and will handle all customer returns, etc.
Copy of the National Supply Group letter.
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| Camporee 2007: Mission Impossible |
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“AGENTS JOHNSON SAVE THE NIGHT! Over 400 Scout & Venture Agents stopped enemy spys in their tracks during the recent Mission Impossible Camporee at Camp Loud Thunder…under cover of full darkness. Following glowing trails, spying on enemy night-sites, surviving dangerous obstacle courses, signaling submarines and much more was needed to win the night…and into the morning hours…but it was done! Congratulations, Agents Johnson, we’ll need you again in the future!
“Stealth Pictures of the Mission Impossible Camporee"
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| Boys’ Life Magazine is offering a prize drawing for units that are 100% Boys Life subscribers. |
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| Loud Thunder Fall Training Courses |
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The C.O.P.E Unit Team Training Weekend will be held October 12-14 at Camp Loud Thunder. Two groups of no more than eight participants will camp and live the full C.O.P.E Adventure from Friday evening at 7:00 PM through late Sunday afternoon -- an intense experience that will mold your existing leadership group into a real TEAM. Youth participant fee is $20.00, accompanying adult non-participants $5.00. Complete registration (form link) as soon as possible including a current Class 3 or better physical form.
Cope Team Flyer
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| Webelos In the Woods |
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All Webelos (boys entering 4th and 5th grades) are invited to Camp Loud Thunder September 15-16 for an exciting camp experience designed just for Webelos! Scouts will work on Activity Badges, learn about Boy Scouts, and have lots of hands-on FUN!
The $8.00 early registration fee has been extended to September 5.
Kathleen Tarnow, Event Chair
Download the reservation form.
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| "Get Hooked on Scouting" This Fall! |
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Fall will be here soon, so all Cub Scout Packs should be planning their activities for the next year including recruitment plans to get kids HOOKED on Scouting!
All Packs should conduct a Round-Up by September 12 (Thursday). See details.
In addition to conducting your Round-Up by September 12, Packs who show a 10% gain in membership by November 1 will receive significant savings on Pinewood Derby cars. Be sure to turn in all your applications and encourage kids to sign up so your Pack can grow and save money! |
All new Scouts can receive a Hooked on Scouting fishing lure this fall!
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| Camp Out with the Swing of the Quad Cities |
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The Swing will be hosting its annual Scout Night Campout on Friday, Aug 10. Scouts can watch the Swing play the Dayton Dragons starting at 7:00pm and then campout on the field overnight!
The $10 cost includes:
• General Admission ticket to the game
• Hot Dog and small soda at the game
• Campout ticket to stay the night
• Scout Patch to commemorate the day
• Breakfast served the next morning
Please park under the bridge! The Farmer's Market will be taking place in the parking lot on the north side of the stadium. Cars left overnight will be ticketed and towed in the morning.
Download the Reservation Form
For questions, please contact Jessica Schineller at the Swing of the Quad Cities at (563) 333-2744. |
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| Eagle Scout Scholarship Opportunities |
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| The Young American Award |
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First presented in 1968, the Young American Award is given to students (ages 15-25) who have achieved significant scholarly accomplishments and given exceptional service to the community, state, or country. Nominees may or may not be youth participants in Learning for Life or the Boy Scouts of America.
Interested applicants should download the application and submit it to the Illowa Council by December 1. |
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| 50th JOTA - Jamboree-on-the-Air |
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The 2007 Jamboree-on-the-Air (JOTA) will feature a special theme, "50 Hours Around the Globe." In honor of the 50th anniversary of JOTA, Scouts can travel around the globe fore 50 hours, not just 48. The 50th JOTA will run from 10:00pm on October 19 to midnight on October 21, local time.
In the United States, Cub Scout dens and Boy Scout patrols can visit a local amateur's ham shack during JOTA. Scouts and leaders can have a chance to exchange greetings with Scouts from other areas! Some exchanges lead to long-lasting friendships and the exchange of photos, badges, pins, and patches.
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| JOTI - Jamboree-on-the-Internet |
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| Jamboree-on-the-Internet, or JOTI, is an annual Scouting event sponsored by the World Scout Bureau of the World Organization of the Scout Movement. It will be held the same weekend as Jamboree-on-the-Air on Saturday, October 20, 2007 from 0001 local time to 2359 hours on Sunday, October 21, 2007.
In the United States, Cub Scout dens and Boy Scout patrols can meet and, under the supervision of leadership, make many new friends. Special cards and patches are available for participating units. For more information, click here. |
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| Special Centennial Recruiter Patch |
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Boy Scouts can earn this new Centennial Recruiter patch by recruiting a boy into their troop this fall.
Scouts can invite a boy to join electronically by sending an e-card from http://www.thescoutzone.org. Simply click “Tell a Friend” and follow the simple instructions that follow. |
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| Explorer Challenge and Fun Days |
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All Explorers are invited to a 4-day long competitive event hosted by Explorer Post 9044. The challenge will be held July 12-15 at the Rock Island Arsenal. The cost of the event is $50 per person and includes meals.
The purpose of this event Is to build teamwork and friendship through fun activities like: tug-of-war, obstacle course, tank rides, road march, grenade toss, water fights, and much more!
For more information, contact Lt Tracy Harper at 309-755-8396 or visit www.militaryexplorers.com |
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| Cub Scout Day Camp: Heroes |
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| Cub Scout Day Camp is a 3-5 day outdoor experience for all Cub Scouts.
Each Scout will have the opportunity to learn archery, shoot BB guns, participate in games, make crafts, earn achievements toward his rank, learn to appreciate nature, and make new friends!
Each District offers a Day Camp for local Scouts - click on "Read More" or check out their homepages on this site. |
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| Cub Scout Family Camp: We're ALL Heroes |
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Family Camp: We're ALL Heroes is a fun-filled day of adventure for the entire family on July 14-15 at Camp Loud Thunder! You'll meet some REAL, EVERYDAY HEROES will convince you that there’s a hero in everyone.
Hero-training will make you really hungry, so you’ll enjoy great meals served in the dining hall followed by more adventures. Finally, you'll sleep in Boy Scout canvas tents (or your own tent) overnight.
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| Webelos Camp: In the Company of Heroes |
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| Webelos Camp: In the Company of Heroes is a 4-day 3-night camping adventure for Webelos 1’s and 2’s. It is offered July 15-18 OR July 18-21 at Camp Loud Thunder.
Webelos will enjoy a full range of camp activities: they'll work on badges, join in BB guns and archery, eat meals in the dining hall, swim in the pool, and spend 3 nights at camp in Boy Scout tents (or your own tent).
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| Illowa Council - Scouting For Food |
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An estimated 13 million people go to bed hungry each night. Scouts in the Illowa Council are encouraged to help alleviate the problem of hunger by participating in a Scouting for Food drive.
If your Cub Scout Pack, Boy Scout Troop, or Venture Crew conducts a food drive during the 2007 calendar year, you can qualify for special recognition in the Illowa Council Scouting for Food Drive.
Simply complete the official report form and your unit will receive a participation ribbon, GTFA certificate, and each of your Scouts will receive a custom, Illowa Council GTFA wristband.
You can also purchase Good Turn for America patches at the Scout Shop along with the 2007 year rocker. |
Help the hungry by Scouting for Food!
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| Silver Beavers Recognized at Council Dinner |
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| Congratulations to our 2007 Silver Beaver recipients: Curt Champion, Chris Wulf, and Wayne Conley. The Illowa Council is extremely grateful for the outstanding service these volunteers have provided to local youth. Also recognized at the Council Annual Dinner was Chuck Bruhn, recipient of the Spurgeon Award for outstanding contribution to the Exploring program. The Illowa Council extends is sincerest thanks to all volunteers who continue to dedicate themselves to improving the lives of children in eastern Iowa and western Illinois. |
2007 Silver Beaver Recipients: Curt Champion, Chris Wulf, and Wayne Conley
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| 5th Annual First Aid and Medicine Merit Badge Clinic |
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| The 5th annual Illowa Council First Aid and Medicine Merit Badge Clinic will be held on Saturday, February 24th, 2007 at Genesis - Illini Hospital (Silvis, Illinois) in the Larson Educational Center (white office building).
There will be an opportunity to see state of the art first aid and resuscitation equipment and learn from EMTs, nurses, and physicians from Genesis. Tours of the hospital departments and demonstrations by doctors are a part of the Medicine Merit Badge curriculum.
The Clinic fee is: $10 per participant OR $5 per participant if received in the Council Office by Feb 12th. The registration form is available here.
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| Unit Website Guidelines |
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| Units who have their own website may request that a link be placed on their District page to their site. However, units must comply with the BSA Guidelines on Unit Websites prior to a website being posted. |
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