The Chicago Center for Scouting will be closing at 2pm on June 2 and will resume regular business hours the following Monday.

Cub Scout
RESIDENT CAMP
at Owasippe

Are you ready to take your camping experience to the next level? Join us this summer at Owasippe Cub Scout Resident Camp! Scouts will get to enjoy the outdoors like never before and see what’s to come when they transition into Scouts BSA. Through age-appropriate activities and adventures, you’re sure to have an unforgettable summer. Register today!

Owasippe is a 4,800-acre preserve that has been in service since 1911 and is composed of three sub-camps: Camp Blackhawk, Camp Wolverine, Camp Reneker, and one High Adventure Base. Each sub-camp offers campsites, amenities, food service, traditional outdoor programs, and a wide selection of merit badges that enhance Scouting skills that will stay with your Scouts for a lifetime.

2023 Camp Fees

Scouts

$185

Price will increase to $210 after June 1, 2023

Adults

$125

Price will increase to $150 after June 1, 2023

2023 Camp Schedule

Session 1

July 30 – August 2

This session is open to all Cub Scout ranks

Session 2

August 2 – August 5

This session is open to Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts only

Cub Scout
FAMILY CAMP
at Betz

Join us this summer for a remarkable safari adventure at Camp Betz Family Camp! Cub Scouts will get to experience all the joys of camping and exciting new activities with the comfort of their pack. Parents, guardians, and siblings are invited to join in on the fun as well! Register today to participate in this exhilarating camping opportunity sure to form long-lasting memories for you and your Scouting family.

Camp Frank S. Betz is a 57-acre preserve that has been in continuous service since 1922. It contains a variety of terrain and rugged topography. Camp Betz offers beautiful wooded campsites for tent camping. Flush toilets and showers are available. You must provide your own family tent and camping equipment. Healthy and kid-friendly meals are prepared in our kitchen and served cafeteria-style in our dining hall.

2023 Camp Fees

Scouts & Siblings ages 5-15yrs

$85

Price will increase to $95 after June 1, 2023

Adults & Siblings ages +16yrs

$45

Price will increase to $55 after June 1, 2023

Siblings ages
0-4yrs

Free!

2023 Camp Schedule

Session 1

July 7 – July 9

Session 2

July 14 – July 16

Session 3

July 21 – July 23

Session 4

July 28 – July 30

Session 5

August 4 – August 6