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Rockford Sporting Clays For Scouting
This year, for the first time, we are offering a premier Friday afternoon flight, followed by a steak dinner and drinks. Friday’s flight begins at 2pm. As in years past,…

Crystal Lake Scout Shop
It's saddens our hearts to announce the closure of the Crystal Lake Scout Shop effective July 31st. Due to the nature of the BSA restructuring and the unknown time we…

Camp Lowden Sporting Clays Days
First Saturday of EVERY month starting in May through November. Come out in a group or as an individual. Course is made up of report pairs and true pairs that…

Lowden 22′ Adventures!
Check out our NEW Summer Adventures! This year presents a unique opportunity for Camp Lowden as we focus on a new open program making the planning of your Scouts adventures…

Wood Badge 2022 - Camp Lowden
Don't miss your opportunity to attend this premier training event for registered adult leaders. You will learn leadership skills that will benefit your role as a volunteer, and will also…
News and Announcements
Featured information from Blackhawk Area Council and Boy Scouts of America.
Rockford Sporting Clays For Scouting
June 23rd, 2022This year, for the first time, we are offering a premier Friday afternoon flight, followed by a steak dinner and drinks. Friday’s flight begins at 2pm. As in years past,…
Crystal Lake Scout Shop
June 17th, 2022It's saddens our hearts to announce the closure of the Crystal Lake Scout Shop effective July 31st. Due to the nature of the BSA restructuring and the unknown time we…
First Aid Meet
May 17th, 2022Patrols will navigate through several blended stations focusing on First Aid teaching, demonstrations, and scenarios.
Weird Science Day Camps
March 30th, 2022Experience the family-friendly Cub Scout program. Participate in a variety of activities such as archery, nature hike, STEM, wood-working, games, songs and more. You can attend 1 or all…
Jamboree
March 29th, 20222023 National Scout Jamboree - Blackhawk Area Council Contingent July 19-28, 2023 | Bechtel Summit, West Virginia What is the National Jamboree? Press play! [videopack id="16508"]https://blackhawkscouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Jabmoree.mp4[/videopack] Register for 2023 National Jamboree –…
Scouts BSA Canyon Camp 2022
March 25th, 2022Don't think it's too early to register for Summer Camp! Explore new Merit Badges including Exploration and Citizenship in Society, and new OWL activities in a revamped adventure schedule!
Cub Scout • Webelos • AOL Overnight Camps
March 23rd, 2022Camp Lowden Cub Scouts • Webelos For Cub Scouts of all ranks... fun and activities plus progress on their Adventures. This Cub Scout Overnight Camp is for all Scouts entering…
Gladiators of Scouting 2022
March 14th, 2022Registration is NOW OPEN! Participate in awesome challenges, interactive stations, and static displays. Cub Scout packs will be able to camp at this event!
Friends of Scouting
January 18th, 2022FOS, or Friends of Scouting, is the council-level annual giving campaign. In most councils, Friends of Scouting represents the council’s largest source of income.
Quick Links
A collection of links and frequently accessed pages.
Calendar Events
- 7/2/22: Sporting Clays @ Lowden July 2, 2022
- 7/3/22: Canyon Camp Week 3 2022
- 7/6/22: Pioneer District Committee/Commissioner meeting
- 7/7/22: White Eagle District Meeting
- 7/7/22: SYC District Committee
- 7/9/22: Merit Badges & ATVs '22
- 7/10/22: Canyon Camp Week 4 2022
- 7/12/22: Day Camp - Kieselburg Forest Preserve
- 7/13/22: Pioneer District Round Table meeting