Outings and Events

• Wednesday, December 13 (6pm - 7pm)

• Blackberry Farm - 100 S Barnes Rd, Aurora, IL, 60506 

• Discover holiday fun as we search for hidden candy canes in a flashlight hunt. Keep your eyes open for the prize candy cane and special treats! Bring a flashlight and bag for collecting. 

• COST:
  • $11 per Scout / sibling
  • Parents and leaders are free

• Facebook discussion: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pack565/permalink/6667345886713274/

• Saturday, December 9 (8am or 11am)

• Camp Big Timber - Elgin, IL

• Join us for this premiere breakfast with Santa event. Our favorite guy from the North Pole will be visiting Camp Big Timber with some of our galactic friends for a morning full of fun, festivities and fundraising. Enjoy an all you can eat breakfast, a hot cocoa bar, door prizes and more! Take pictures with Jolly Ol' Saint Nicholas and characters portrayed by the 501st Midwest Garrison. We will be offering two time slots so everyone can join in on the fun.

• COST:
  • Kids: $12 each
  • Adults: $20 each
  • Family 4-pack: $55

• Register Online

• Facebook Event

• Friday, December 1 (5:30pm) - Saturday, December 2 (9am)

• Museum of Science & Industry
  5700 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60637 

• We have a very fun opportunity to have a sleepover at the Museum of Science and Industry! The date of the event would potentially be Friday, December 1st. Tickets are $85 per person but you truly get a lot of bang-for-the-buck! It includes Build-n-play activities, Giant Dome theatre film screening, Coal Mine and U-505 tours, scavenger hunt, evening snack and morning breakfast buffet, and parking is included!! Entry begins at 5:30pm on December 1st and goes until 9am the next morning. It is open to kids ages 6-12 years. Air mattresses are allowed if you prefer a more comfortable rest.

• This is an incredible opportunity to experience the museum in a new way. Non-scout siblings are allowed to attend if they are ages of 6-12. For now, all I need is a head count of the names of participants. So, reply to cmrand4@yahoo.com with the number in your party and names of family members who would like to attend. Once I have a solid head-count, I will send out additional details about payment and tickets. 

• MSI Science Snoozeum - More Information

• Sunday, November 19 (10:00am - 12:30pm)

• Churchill Woods Forest Preserve - Glen Ellyn, IL

• Celebrate Thanksgiving by helping to prepare a hearty meal over an open campfire as you learn tips for cooking with cast iron. Churchill Woods Forest Preserve. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. 

• This event is offered through the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County.

• Cost: $20 per person. 

• Register Online - Limited Availability!

• Saturday, November 18 - Sunday, November 19
  10am - 2pm (Tours every 30 minutes)

• Urban Stream Research Center
  within Blackwell Forest Preserve - Warrenville, IL

• It's not everyday that the Urban Stream Research Center is open to the public. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Forest Preserve District's efforts to raise freshwater mussels and federally endangered Hine's emerald dragonflies. Then, meet some crayfish, insects and fish that call the county's waterways home. Tours every 30 minutes Nov. 18 & 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Located within the Blackwell Forest Preserve. All ages; 12 and under with an adult. 

• This event is offered through the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County.

• Cost: $5 per person. 

• Register Online

• Friday, November 10 - Friday, December 22

• Legoland Discovery Center Chicago
  601 N Martingale Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173 

• Calling all scouts! It's time for a SUPER-MEGA-AWESOME expedition to LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago! From November 10 - December 22, we're celebrating Scouts!

• Scouts will receive 50% off general admission tickets to LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago and up to 4 additional friends or family members will receive $5 off of their admission ticket. Children ages 2 and under are free!

• All adults must have a child in their party with them for entry. Proof of Scout Membership required (uniform, vest, sash, pin, badge, etc.). Tickets are limited and should be booked online in advance. Only valid November 10 - December 22. Subject to change without notice. Some restrictions apply. Final interpretation resides with LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago.

• Buy Tickets Online

• Sunday, November 12 (11am - 1pm)

• Brookfield Zoo - 8400 31st St, Brookfield, IL 60513 

• TIME:
  Scott School Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts will meet between 11:00am–1:00pm to decorate their trees and enjoy treats and hot chocolate. We are asking all participants to bring a snack to share. Consider bringing a folding table if you can as well.

• TROOP COST and TICKETS:
  This year we are going to sell the tickets that come with the tree at cost. This will cover the price of the tree for all the troops. 
  Everyone who attends the holiday tree trim will need a ticket and a parking pass (unless you are a current zoo member). We have 20 tickets and 5 parking passes that come with the tree purchase. These tickets and parking passes will be available on a first come basis, please email me ASAP at peggymfink@gmail.com and let me know how many you want and when you can drop off the check and pick up the tickets. Checks should be made out to Peggy Fink and be dropped off at 1620 Hedg Court. I’m happy to use Venmo or Zelle if that is easier for you.
  • Admission tickets are $10/pp (Scouts, kids and adults).
  • Parking is $15/car (great time to carpool!)
  Additional tickets are available at the price above online at: https://visits.czs.org/webstore/shop/viewitems.aspx
  Zoo Members: if you are a member of Brookfield Zoo, you will not need to purchase admission tickets or parking, depending on your membership level and the number of people attending in your group.
  Military Personnel: if you are an active, reservist or retired member of the military, and can present a valid ID at one of the zoo's admission booths, you will be admitted free of charge.  

• TREE LOCATION:
  Tree Number 263 in the East Mall 

• ORNAMENTS
  See here for ornament guidelines: https://www.czs.org/custom.czs/files/4a/4a8df94b-2355-49b3-a5f0-9c07e161c7bb.pdf
  Please note: If your group would like to keep its ornaments, you can remove them January 1–13, 2023 during regular zoo hours (10:00 am–4:30 pm). Ornaments left on the trees after Saturday, January 13, 2023 will not be saved. 

• PATCHES (optional)
  If your troop or family would like to purchase patches to commemorate their participation in Tree Trim, please place your order https://brookfieldzoo.ingem.com/en_US/taxons/collection/tree-trim-patch-2023 . They are $4. The can either be shipped or picked up at the South Gate during Tree Trim Weekend.

• NOT ABLE TO ATTEND ON SUNDAY?
  If you are not able to attend our Community Holiday Tree Trim on Sunday, November 12, 2023, you are welcome to hang your decoration on our tree another day. 

• This event will take place regardless of the weather. 

• Saturday, November 4 (10am-6pm)
  Sunday, November 5 (10am-5pm)

• Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
  5555 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018 

• Free admission for Scouts & their families!
  Register here for free tickets.

• Explore, Discover, Experience & Celebrate! Our Chicago Toy & Game Fair kicks off the holidays on November 4th and 5th in the Rosemont Convention Center. North America's largest toy & game fair is open to the public with immersive events, interactive exhibits, giveaways, characters and activities for all ages!

• Here are just a few of the highlights this year! More TBA!

  • Activities for the whole family!

  • Giant Jenga

  • PlayCHIC - toy inspired fashion on the runway!

  • Gel Blaster Activation!

  • Magicians and Bubbles

  • Booths with new and hot toys and games!

  • Happy Camper Live activations and giveaways!

  • Character photo opps - including the 501st - a Star Wars Fan Favorite!

  • Mascots! Meet Skaates from the Chicago Wolves

  • Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and NW Indiana Event event TBA!

  • Young Inventor Challenge

  • Board Game Garden. Open Tabletop Play Hosted by Fair Game Store!

  • Dave & Busters are bringing fun games!

Tickets to the Fair are good either Saturday or Sunday.

Public parking across the street is $15/day and there is a free shuttle to/from O'Hare airport and around Rosemont.

Are you a Girl Scout, Boy Scout, Firefighter, Police, Military (Vet or Active), Educator, Librarian or Grandparent? Check out our ticketing page for more information on qualifying for free admission. 

• More Information

• Friday, November 3 (7pm)

• Waubonsie Valley Planetarium  - 2590 Ogden Ave, Aurora, IL 60504

• Native American Star Stories: Listen to Native American sky stories as you sit under the stars in the planetarium. No images. Only audio & the night sky.

• Buy tickets at https://www.ipsd.org/Page/2542. The tickets will appear in the webstore on the Monday before Friday, November 3rd’s program (which is Oct. 30th, set a phone alarm). Show is approx. 50 minutes in length. Tickets are $5 each.

• Seating & Accessibility
  •    Seats – The planetarium has 60 theater chairs. If it sells out, there is another show at 6pm. Pack 565 is organizing to attend the 7pm show.
  •    Open Seating – Tickets will not have a seat assignment. Seating is open and first come. Arrive early to find seating as a group.
  •    NO LATE ADMISSION – Programs will start on time. If you arrive more than 5 minutes late, you will not be admitted. Expect traffic to be heavy and plan accordingly. 

• Sunday, October 29 (2pm)

• Scott Elementary School - Naperville, IL

• Scouts will be racing pumpkins down ramps in the school parking lot. The pumpkin that goes the furthest wins!

• Axles and wheels will be provided at the October Pack meeting. If you will not be attending this meeting, please contact Cub Master Mallas to pickup materials.

• Scout families will need to use their own pumpkins, as they will not be provided by the pack.

• More information is to follow.

• Saturday, October 7 - Sunday, October 8
  Site check-in is at 3pm

• Blackwell Forest Preserve - Warrenville, IL
  Site #10

• Campground Map

• If you have not already registered, please sign up at this link.

• Saturday, October 7 (1pm - 4pm)

• Cantigny Park - 1S151 Winfield Rd, Wheaton, IL

• Webelos Scouts can meet with local BSA Scouts to learn more about BSA Scouts and which Troops they might be interested in joining.

• Facebook Event

• Sunday, October 1 (1:30pm)

• Greene Valley Forest Preserve (Naperville, IL)

• Facebook Event: https://fb.me/e/4ObkNKsfL

• We'll meet up at the south parking lot, which is the west side of Greene Road 0.25 mile south of 79th Street at 1:30. From there, we can either hike the 2.7 mile White Oak Trail or hike up to the top of the former landfill which is now a scenic overlook. If you can attend, feel free to comment in the Facebook event with your preference or we can decide that afternoon. 

• Here's a helpful map: https://www.napervilletroop75.org/.../GreeneValleyMap.pdf
  On this map, the White Oak Trail is labeled as the "Main Trail" and shown in green. 

• Saturday, September 30 (9am - 9pm)

• The Forge - 227 Heritage Quarries Dr, Lemont, IL 

• $50 per Scout, Sibling, or Adult

• Enjoy hiking, biking, zip lining, kayaking, fishing, archery, camping and so much more!

• Forge On! is open to all Scouts and their scout aged siblings and friends. Cub Scouts will have their own Scouting Adventure zone at The Forge. Come with your Pack, Troop, or family and enjoy all The Forge has to offer!

• There will be age-appropriate activities for Scouts BSA, Cub Scouts, Venturers, Sea Scouts and Explorers. Non-scout aged youth and their families are also invited to attend and participate in activities.

• Register Online

• Saturday, September 24 (10am - 2pm)

• Von Oven Scouting Reservation
  701 S West St, Naperville, IL 60565 

• Troop 222 has graciously agreed to help and supervise our scouts so they can meet some of their requirements in a fun interactive way. The location is Von Oven Scout Reservation. The address is 701 S West St in Naperville (close to Naperville Central High School). There will be 6 stations; Games, Cooking, Flags, Tent/Outdoor Code, Knots and Skits. Upon arrival, scouts will check in. They will be given a card with their specific rank requirements. At each station, a Scout who is supervising the station will initial it to show that the Cub Scout has met the requirement. Before your Cub Scout leaves, please have them turn in their cards so that information can be given to their den leaders. We want everyone to get credit for completing their requirements. Scouts are not required to stay all day. Come for part of the day, all of the day, whatever works best for your schedule! If there are any questions/concerns contact Amy Sachs.

• Saturday, September 9 (9am - 6pm)

• Illinois Railway Museum - 7000 Olson Rd, Union, IL 60180 

Have a one track mind Saturday the 9th of September, 2023 as we ride the trains of yesteryear while learning about rail safety and the trains of the past and present. Activities will be available for Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Cub Scouts as well as all youth groups. Boy Scouts will be able to work on the Railroading Merit Badge!

There will be guided tours for all age groups.

For public hours, admission prices, and scheduled operating equipment see below. (Scouts in uniform admitted for $1 off the normal price.)

Agenda for Scout Day Events

9:00 AM Check in at Depot
9:30 AM Flag Ceremony at the Flagpole by the Depot
9:35 AM Safety Briefing for all guests.
9:50 AM Classes Start
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM Boy Scout Merit Badge Exams near Diner
6:00 PM Museum Closes

Scouts who are not on an active tour or in the merit badge classes can ride trains at any time that they are operating.

Hours / Admission / Operating Schedule Information:

Electric trains and Diesel or Steam trains will be operating.

Equipment Scheduled to Operate:

• Diesel Coach Train ♿

• Shay 5 and Steam Caboose Train

• Chicago North Shore & Milwaukee 714 and 749

• Chicago Aurora & Elgin 431 and 460

• Chicago Transit Authority 3142

Admission Rates:
Adults $18, Senior $16, Children $14

Museum Hours:
10:00AM to 6:00PM (Last admissions 4:00PM)

All equipment, schedules and prices subject to change without notice.

Operation of equipment is expected to start within 60 minutes of opening and cease 30 minutes before closing.

Parking lot opens 30 minutes before museum and closes 30 minutes after.

• More Information

• Saturday, August 19 (10am - 4pm)

• College of DuPage - 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL

• $15 / Youth | $10 / Adult

• Join us for a fun filled day of hands-on activities, exciting experiences, and wacky experiments! There will be many make and takes, displays, and shows focused on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

• Here are some of our currently scheduled vendors:

• American Chemical Society Joliet Section

• American Science and Surplus

• ARRL

• Build-a-Blinkie, 2DKits

• Chibots

• College of DuPage Horticulture Club

• Forest Preserve District of DuPage County

• Glen Ellyn Public Library

• Huskie Robotics Team

• Naperville Astronomy Association

• Northern Illinois Storm Chasers

• OA Native American Canoe Challenge

• Oobleck

• Robotic Arm design and demo

• University of Illinois Extension - Master Gardeners-Nature

• Usborne Books and More

• Wood Turning-Make your own wooden pen!

• And more!

This is not a dropoff event. This event is intended for families to attend.

• Register Online

• Friday, August 18 (6:30pm - 9pm)

• Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park - 8301 Janes Ave, Woodridge, IL 

• Free District Event - Registration Required

• All of Chippewa is invited to a special event. Help us say Goodbye to Summer and Hello to another year of Scouting! After Cypress Cove closes we have rented the entire facility for a District Pool Party (including the Lifeguards and Concession Stand)! All scouts, scouters, volunteers, staff, and family members are welcome to join the fun on Friday, August 18th from 6:30pm-9pm.

• The TFC Aquatics Committee is pleased to offer this opportunity for Chippewa Scouts and registered Volunteers during the Chippewa District Pool.  The Aquatics Committee will be taking over the lap pool to offer Swim Checks and the Mile Swim. Pre-Registration is required for this separately so they can be prepared for the big day. Reserve your spot today. 

• Like many of our District Events this is a bring a friend event so if you have a friend or family member that is interested in scouting please have them register and let us know what Unit they are attending with. We ask that visiting youth please attend with a parent and/or guardian and let the Unit they are visiting know prior to registration.

• This event is included in our annual program fee and therefore no cost for joining us. All participants must bring BSA Medical Forms A & B with them to be collected at check-in. Please note that these will not be returned and can be found HERE.

• Any questions please let Becca know and she will be happy to help! 

• Register Online 

• Sunday, August 13 (Starting at 4pm)

• Scott Elementary School

• We would like to invite you all to a family-fun pack event just before the school year kicks off. This event is called the Rain-gutter Regatta. On this day the pack will gather at Hunter’s Woods Park to celebrate a great summer and race boats that the Scouts have made for some friendly pack competition. Then, once the race is over the pack will provide burgers and hot dogs grilled for everyone. (If anyone in your family has dietary needs, please feel free to bring your own food to grill or eat during the picnic time.)

• We will meet at Scott Elementary School at 4:00pm in the afternoon on August 13th. Please bring your completed Regatta boat at that time. Racing will start at about 4:15pm. Each Scout who participates will receive a racing segment and a certificate. After the Scouts are done racing, the gutters will be open for all kids to race their boats. If there are siblings that are interested in racing, they are welcome to purchase a boat and race at that time. If you are new to scouting and wondering about the commitment to assembling the boat, they are MUCH EASIER than building a Pinewood Derby Car. Most Scouts can assemble and decorate mostly independently.

• While the racing is going on, we will be cooking up some picnic fun. Dinner will be served shortly after the racing ends. Please plan on bringing beverages for your family and a side or dessert to share. The pack will provide paper plates, utensils, and napkins for everyone. You may also want to bring bug spray, chairs or a picnic blanket for your family. 

• Saturday, August 12 (Starting at 9am)

• Oldfield Oaks Forest Preserve - 2525 87th St, Darien, IL

• Join us for an approximately 1.75 mile hike at Oldfield Oaks in Darien, roughly 15 minutes away. Please RSVP in the Facebook event or send a message to Eric or Tracy so that they know to wait for you by the parking lot. 

• Facebook Event 

• Thursday, August 3 (Game Begins at 6:30 P.M)

• Northwestern Medicine Field - 34W002 Cherry Ln, Geneva, IL

• $20: Reserved Seat, Scout Patch, Hot Dog, & Drink
  $11: Reserved Seat

• Post-Game Fireworks & Run the Bases

• Facebook Group Discussion

• Saturday July 22 - July 23

• Churchill Woods Forest Preserve, Glen Ellyn, IL

• Register here: Registration Form 

• This will be an overnight camp out for all Pack 565 Cub Scouts and their families!

• More information to follow

• Monday, July 10 (7pm)

• Let's get together for a mid-summer social! This is a good opportunity for new scouts to get to know their Scouting buddies. 

• RSVP the number of frozen treats for your family here:
  RSVP Form 

• Saturday, June 24 (10am)

• Knoch Knolls Park - 336 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville, IL

• Come join us for a pack hike at Knoch Knolls Park! We'll hike for about two miles. Please let Eric or Tracy know if you plan to join us so that we can wait for everyone before taking off. We'll meet up by the parking lot. 

• Saturday, June 24 (5:30pm - 9pm)

• Cosley Zoo - 1356 N Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL

• Three Fires Council is partnering with Cosley Zoo in Wheaton to offer this fun and unique opportunity. All Wolves, Bears and Webelos Cub Scouts will be able to complete all requirements for the NOVA Wild award with some prework needing to be done. We will have exclusive access to the zoo after hours. Scouts will work with NOVA Counselors and Cosley Zoo staff as they explore the zoo and participate in a variety of activities as they learn about our local wildlife. 

• $35 per Scout/Sibling

• $15 per Adult

• Register Online

• Monday, June 12 - Friday, June 16 (9am - 3:45pm)

• Von Oven Scouting Reservation (701 S West St, Naperville, IL)

• 2023 Theme: Off to the Races

• Join us for a fun filled week of adventure as we go off to the races for 2023! Race into our ranges with archery, BB, and much more! Join us for a variety of race themed activities as we charge through the summer at day camp this year! 

• Register Online

• Sunday, June 11 - Friday, June 11 (12pm - 5pm)

• Naper Settlement (523 S Webster St, Naperville, IL)

• Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of all ages
  Included in museum general admission. Please note: Tickets are NOT free for Naperville residents at this event.

• Celebrate the Scottish heritage of one of Naperville’s philanthropists, Caroline Martin Mitchell, at Pine Craig Games. Learn about the Martin family, Pine Craig Mansion, and Carrie's Gift to the city of Naperville. Enjoy Scottish dancing, a shortbread baking contest, games, crafts, historic houses, and more! Highlights of this event include a vintage baseball game, the Toddler Highland Games, and a Pinewood Derby. 

• Pinewood Derby participants will need to complete a separate online registration form (the link to the Pinewood Derby registration form will be included in your order confirmation email, or you can view it by clicking here). Entries for the shortbread baking contest and Pinewood Derby are to be made at home prior to the event. For more information about the Pinewood Derby or shortbread baking contest, please email maronicj@naperville.il.us

• Register Online

• Saturday, June 10 (9am - 12pm)

• Blackwell Forest Preserve - Warrenville, IL

• Register online

• Chippewa District Scouts and their families are invited to fish at Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville, Illinois, and compete for prizes. Registrants will be provided with instructions and receive an activity patch.  

• Saturday, June 3 (9am - 12pm)

• Naperville Riverwalk (Dandelion Fountain)

• The Naperville Astronomical Association will have telescopes specially equipped for safe viewing of our Sun. Come see the Sun's "surface", maybe some sunspots, and the Sun's "atmosphere" and solar prominences!

• Note: This event is subject to cancellation if clouds or other weather interfere - check naperastro.org for a go-or-cancel announcement the morning of the event. 

• Thursday May 25, 2023 (Dusk - 11pm)

• Rotary Hill - Naperville, IL

• Facebook Group Discussion

• The Naperville Astronomical Association will be setting up telescopes on the lawn at Rotary Hill. Come see the wonders of the sky and amazing views for free! Weather dependent, check the site linked for cancellations due to cloudiness.