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Welcome to the new Chicago Area Council web site. We have taken some time to rearrange the resources on this site so that they are easier to find. We also automated certain portions of the site to make sure the most current information is available up to the moment.


Upcoming Events

7/3/2009

7/5/2009 - 7/11/2009

7/10/2009 7:05 PM - 10 PM

7/12/2009 - 7/18/2009

7/16/2009

7/19/2009 - 7/25/2009

7/23/2009 5:30 PM - 10 PM

7/26/2009 - 8/1/2009

8/1/2009

8/2/2009 - 8/8/2009

8/5/2009 7 PM - 9 PM

8/6/2009

8/6/2009 7:30 PM - 9 PM

8/7/2009

8/8/2009 - 8/15/2009

News

Chicago Tribune features Council Hispanic Outreach
Chicago Area Council seeks to involve more Hispanics in Scouting
2009 River Discovery Day - August 22, 2009
Webelos and Boy Scouts are invited to come learn about the river navigation, the water cycle, wetlands, and canoe basics in this 4 hour event. Registration is due by August 15, 2009.
Basic Training Extravaganza Returns October 24, 2009
This Basic Training Extravaganza is a council-wide training day dedicated to training adult leaders in all phases of the Scouting family. This is the opportunity to attend leader-specific training to prepare you for your opportunities and responsibilities relating to your leadership position. Register by October 16, 2009.
Scout Day at the Brookfield Zoo - October 4, 2009
All Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturers are invited to join us at the Brookfield Zoo on October 4, 2009. Early bird date is August 15th so register today!
Council Appoints Owasippe 100th Anniversary Committee
With the 100th Anniversary of Owasippe Scout Reservation approaching in 2011, Council Camping Chairman, Tom McDonough is pleased to announce the appointment of Joe Sener as Chairman of the Owasippe 100th Anniversary Committee.
Scout Day at the IL State Fair - August 17, 2009
Join us for Scout Day at the IL State Fair! Registrations must be postmarked by July 10, 2009. No exceptions will be made.
2009 High Adventure & Outpost Sign-up Sheet
The 2009 Owasippe High Adventure & Outpost Sign-up sheet is now available on-line.
Owasippe Update - Michigan Background Check Instructions and Forms
The state of Michigan has passed a new law requiring all adults over the age of 21 to be screened against the child abuse and neglect registry in the state of their residence. Click to find out more.
100th Anniversary National Hall of Leadership, Nominate Someone TODAY!
This is a one-time opportunity only during the 100th Anniversary to honor and recognize Scouts, leaders and any living person who has served as a Scouting volunteer for the extraordinary difference they have made in the lives of others through their leadership.

FOS Donations Can Now Be Made Online!
Click to make your 2009 FOS donation online.
2009 Cub Scout Day Camp
One of the highlights in a Cub Scout?s year is the annual Cub Scout Day Camp. Give your Scouts what they are looking for!
Owasippe Leader Info Now Available Online
All of the leader's information for summer camp at Owasippe Scout Reservation in 2009 is available online.
2010 Philmont Council Contingent - Apply NOW
Experience Philmont in 2010! Applications are due August 1, 2009.

Great Lakes Centennial Jamboree
September 25 - 27, 2009 all registered Boy Scouts, Venturers and Webelos are invited to attend this Jamboree style event in Oshkosh, Wisconsin!

Chicago Area Council, BSA
1218 West Adams, Chicago, Illinois  60607
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Fax: (312) 421-4725
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