Three Fires Council

Okpik (Inuit word for Snowy Owl) Cold Weather Training is offered to provide a train the trainer opportunity for Scout leaders and experienced youth in the unique skills necessary for having successful winter camping. Join us for the Inaugural Three Fires Council Course as we learn how to keep warm & safe while having fun in the out of doors.

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On November 8th, over 700 Scouts & Scouters appeared from all over the area to attend "Superheroes of Scouting". Over 150 courses for adults were offered, as well as a huge midway with vendors, displays & resources, & Den Chief Training & OA Election Training for Scouts who wished to become trained for these positions. View photos of these Superheros in action.

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On November 6, 2008 the Three Fires Council honored distinguished citizens and community leaders & celebrated the contributions of Fred T.L. Norris and Alarm Detection Systems at the Q Center in St Charles, IL. Photos by Alex Claney Photography.

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Chills, thrills, & scary fun! The 18th Annual Haunted Hike was held at Camp Big Timber in October 2008. Money raised will go to support our council camps and activities which are enjoyed by Scouts and Scouters alike. View photos of the 2008 Haunted Hike, & select 2007 photos in this album.

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Scouts from the greater Chicagoland Councils are working together with the Illinois Fire Inspectors & Illinois Fire Chiefs Association on a Fire Safety Awareness initiative during Fire Safety Month in October, 2008. Our “Good Turn” goal is for Scouts from all participating Council’s to distribute 750,000 fire safety door hangers to raise the awareness of the importance in having a fire escape plan and fire safety check list.

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Two trainings, Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills for Boy Scout Leaders & Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders were conducted Oct. 3-5, 2008 at Camp Big Timber in Elgin. The theme was "Down on the Farm" & the weather was great! View photos of these 2 courses in this album. Photos by Deb Brown & Ed Hedborn.

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On September 12 & 13, 2008, our Order of the Arrow Lodge #41, Lowaneau Allanque Lodge, held it's Fall Fellowship weekend at Adventure Camp in Rochelle, IL. Despite record breaking rain & flooding, we gathered & camped & enjoyed fun & some cheerful service with our fellow arrowmen. View photos of this event in this album. Photos by Deb Brown & Ed Hedborn.

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On Tuesday, June 24, 2008 the Three Fires Council held it's annual Oak Brook Distinguished Citizens Luncheon which honored Mary Ann Malloy, MD. The Distinguished Citizen Award is bestowed on individuals who have unselfishly dedicated themselves to community service & to the welfare & development of it's youth. Photos by Deb Brown & Nancy Loftus.

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On Thursday, June 19, 2008 Three Fires Council held it's Annual Meeting followed by the Council Recognition Dinner at the Wyndham Hotel in Lisle. The dinner honored our 10 Silver Beaver recipients for the class of 2007. View photos of these two events in this album. Photos by Deb Brown.

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On Saturday, May 10, 2008, Three Fires Council held Scout-O-Rama at Cantigny Park in Wheaton. Thousands of Scouts and visitors enjoyed sampling Scout events and activities representing almost a century of Boy Scouting in the United States. View photos of this spectacular event here.

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On May 1, 2008, Three Fires Council hosted the 2008 National Foundation Endowment Art Tour for the Central Region. This evening's gala celebration allowed the attendees to examine 20 of the priceless works of Norman Rockwell and Joseph Csatari, and recognized individuals through out the Central Region for their contributions to Scouting's Endowment Fund. Photos by Deb Brown.

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Outdoor Leader Skills & Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders courses were held April 2008 at Camp Big Timber, Elgin, IL. 80 participants & over 20 staff paricipated in these 2 trainings. View photos of them in both sunshine and rain as they explored a wealth of outdoor camping & Scout related skills. Photos by Deb Brown & Ed Hedborn.

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Lord Baden Powell University of Scouting has been serving Scouters in the Central Region, BSA for 19 years. View photos of this year's training weekend held at Camp Wonerland in Camp Lake, Wisconsin. Photos by Deb Brown & Ed Hedborn.

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On February 15, 2008 Three Fires Council honored the Scouts who achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in 2007. Over 530 guests attended this event which was held at the Wyndham Hotel in Lisle. View photos of the evening's festivities in this album.

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Operation Cubscicle was held at Scenic Camp Big Timber's "Mountain Resort" on December 29, 07 & January 5, 08. Cub Scouts of all ages with their leaders and parents were able to enjoy a fun day filled with both indoor & outdoor winter events. View photos of the FUN here!

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Camp Freeland Leslie in Oxford Wisconsin offered week 6 of Boy Scout Summer Camp on July 27 - Aug 2, 2008. View photos of their activities & adventures at this session of camp.

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Camp Freeland Leslie in Oxford Wisconsin offered week 5 of Boy Scout Summer Camp on July 20 - 27, 2008. View photos of their activities & adventures at this session of camp.

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Camp Freeland Leslie in Oxford Wisconsin offered week 5 of Boy Scout Summer Camp on July 13 - 19, 2008. View photos of the FUN & adventure at this session of camp.

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Camp Freeland Leslie in Oxford Wisconsin offered week 3 of Boy Scout Summer Camp on July 6 - 11, 2008. View photos of their activities & adventures at this session of camp.

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Camp Freeland Leslie in Oxford Wisconsin offered weeks 1 & 2 of Boy Scout Summer Camp on June 22 - 28, 2008 & June 29 - July 5, 2008. View photos of the FUN of the first 2 weeks at Camp!

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Camp Freeland Leslie in Oxford Wisconsin hosted Webelos Adventure Camp Session 1 on June 13 - 17, 2008. View photos of their activities & adventures at this session of camp.

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Camp Freeland Leslie in Oxford Wisconsin hosted Webelos Adventure Camp Session 2 on June 18 - 21, 2008. View photos of their activities & adventures at this session of camp.

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Located near Oxford, Wisconsin, CFL offers a variety of settings: pine forests, prairies, aspen groves & Oaks. Beautiful Lake Emrick which is maintained in it's natural state, is one of the cleanest lakes in Wisconsin. Owned since 1970, this camp is undergoing exciting new improvements. View them as they progress. Latest addition is the completion of the NEW Eagles Nest area!

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Camp Freeland Leslie's pine forests, prairies, aspen and oak groves plus beautiful Lake Emrick, create a fantastic natural area to study diverse plant & animal life. View photos of some of the flora you may encounter while camping at CFL.

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Adventure Camp is an exciting joint venture between DesPlaines Valley Council & Three Fires Council which will enable Scouts of all ages to enjoy year round camping as well as providing a wonderful summer program facility for Cub Scouts.

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Adventure Camp is former farm land which contains several remnant plant communities which are important in our modern world. These are oak woodlands, oak hickory savanna, flood plain, and high quality wetlands. Enjoy photos of Adventure Camp plants which reside in these diverse habitats.

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Camp Big Timber is conveniently located near Elgin, Illinois on over 60 acres of land. CBT offers a variety of camping & training & opportunities in an outdoor setting.

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