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Earning the rank of Eagle Scout is a milestone achieved by only a small percentage of Scouts. For Joseph of Troop 92 in Antioch, Illinois, it represents years of dedication, leadership, and service to others. Joseph earned Scouting's highest rank on ... read more

The Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook that is used by Eagle Scout candidates to document their project has been updated for 2026.  It improves many of the fillable and interactive features from the 2023 version. The new workbook is shorter... read more

For Kevin and Cete Rupprecht, Scouting has never been simply an activity — it has been a lifelong source of leadership, service, friendship, and family connection that has shaped generations. “We both came from a Scouting families,” Kevin ... read more

The Pinewood Derby is a highlight of Cub Scouting, and the Northeast Illinois Council offers multiple ways to help your pack host a fun and successful race.   Build-a-Car Workshop on Jan. 23, 2027 At our Build-a-Car Workshop, experienced... read more

– Halloween Recruiting Ideas – With Halloween around the corner, here are some great recruiting ideas for your Cub Scout Pack to use to recruit new Cub Scouts and families to join the Scouting program. These can be great ways to reach those... read more

It was a rainy day at Jewel in Deerfield, and Ewan and his mom were about 30 minutes from finishing their popcorn fundraiser shift. They had debated packing up early, but decided to stick it out. Good thing they did. Ewan had been having fun with ... read more

Local Scouts and Scouters experienced Scouting at its biggest and most adventurous at the 2026 National Jamboree. The Jamboree is a national event held once every three to four years. Northeast Illinois Council’s contingent brought together 62... read more

Military Family Fee Waiver Now Available for Scouting America Families   Scouting America is proud to announce a new Military Family Fee Waiver program designed to make Scouting more accessible for military-connected youth. Beginning June... read more

Starting July 9, unit leaders can update these new fields in their Unit Pin within Organization Manager: Fundraising Helps Cover Costs Let families know if fundraising opportunities help offset the cost of participating. Trial Visit... read more

I’ve been involved in Scouting for most of my life. As a youth, I participated in both Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, earning the rank of Life Scout before stepping away during my freshman year of high school because of competing priorities. Looking... read more