Scouts BSA Activity Guides

If your troop is looking for something different to do, or is trying to find locations they can use to work towards their advancements. Be sure to check out this guide! It can help troops find out what local places offer Scouting programs, it can help find new camping locations, and it can even help find some new places to complete service projects!

Scouts BSA Activity Guide PDF

There also is a nice summary of the parks within 70 miles of the Peoria area.  This summary shows the parks name and amenities (exhibits, trails, camping, water access, cabins, and pavilions). 

List of Peoria Parks PDF 

A more inclusive list of camps can be found in the "Where to Go Camping" Created by our Wenasa Quenhotan Lodge. This guide lists Illinois State Parks, Camping Awards, and Weekend, High Adventure, and Hiking ideas.  

Where to go Camping (2019 Edition)

If you’re looking for ways to keep your older Scouts interested, or you’ve been to Philmont and are looking for something new to try, or you have that Scout or Scouter who’s just crazy about the water, you should plan an aquatics related High Adventure! 

Aquatics High Adventure Guide  or Pamphlet

Are you planning a trip to Northern Tier and want some practice?  Or maybe you’re looking for a nearby location to incorporate paddling and a weekend campout?  Try the Hennepin Canal for a short trip or a simulated weekend trek.

Confidence Building Paddling Trip Guide