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Boy Scouts

This program provides a structured curriculum for boy scouts to earn various merit badges. Each month a different topic is scheduled. Some badges have pre or post requirements before the badge counselor will sign the blue card. Space is limited.

*First Saturday of the month (unless noted)
*10am-4pm (unless noted)
*Bring a lunch
*Cost: $30 / members $25 (unless noted)
*PRE-REGISTRATION and PRE-PAYMENT REQUIRED
*Parents and family members staying in the park during the session will need to pay admission.

2012 Badges:

March 3 Geology
April 14 Fish & Wildlife Management (prereq #5)
May 5 Bird Study (prereq #8)
June 9 Fishing (7am-1pm)
July 7 Nature (prereq #4a2)
Aug 4 & 18

Environmental Science: (This is a 2-part badge that requires attendance at both sessions. Fee: $40/scout or $35 for member)

Sept 8 Forestry (prereq #5)
Oct 6 & Nov 10 Geocaching - GPS units provided (requires attendance at both sessions. Oct 6, 10-4; Nov 10, 10-12pm or 1-3 pm
November 3 Soil & Water Conservation

Download a flyer here.

Typically held on the first Saturday of the month from 10am-4pm. Some additional requisites may apply. Please bring a lunch. Program is conducted by a Certified Merit Badge Councilor.

Cost: $30/scout, $25 if Park member, unless otherwise noted. Parents are welcome to stay but will be required to pay Park admission.

Space is limited. Advance registration and payment is required. Call well in advance. 309.676.0998 x 6758 or email

EAGLE SCOUTS: Recently completed an Eagle Scout project? Please be sure to send us an e-mail to grant us permission to use your name and to list your project in the park's volunteer pages.

 
 
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