Hiking Club
Welcome Hikers! Want to explore nature in your neighborhood? The Roscoe / Rockton and the neighboring greater Rockford area has many parks and recreational fields and forests that allow Pack 6202 Scouts to get outside and rediscover nature. In the process of getting exercise and fresh air, Scouts have the opportunity to learn about various topics as it relates to hiking, camping, and outdoor stewardship. Scouts are awarded for each hike they participate at and for those Scouts that complete 25 miles of total, cumulative hiking distance, they are then honored with a ceremony and awarded for their achievements!
May 2022
When: Saturday, May 7th @ 10am
Where: Starved Rock State Park, 2678 E 875th Rd, Oglesby, IL
Duration (approx): 2-4hrs
Cost: $0.00
Description: We will meet by the visitor center. It is roughly a 5 mile hike to a waterfall, where we will stop and eat lunch (bring a lunch). Please come prepared for any weather. Wear Class B uniform (Scout shirt 😊) and bring your hiking stick, if you’ve earned one. There are quite a few scouts close to their next award, so let’s finish out this scout year strong. Don’t forget, if the scouts hike this hike 3 different scout years, they can earn a special hiking medallion for their hiking stick!! Please send an email to roscoeilcubscouts+hiking@gmail.com if you plan on attending, that way we don’t leave anyone behind. Thanks.
Pet Allowance: No pets are allowed.
Total Miles: 5 mile, extended hike.
Requirements:
Check the weather and dress accordingly. Remember... LAYERS!!!
As always - A great, exploratory attitude and willingness to learn (and walk)!
March 2022
When: Sunday, March 6th @ 1pm
Where: Carl and Myrna Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3714 W Rockton Rd, Rockton, IL 61072
Duration (approx): 2hrs
Cost: $0.00
Description: Please enter at the Rockton Township Overlook, this is where the trailhead is located. As the path is muddy this time of year, please make sure to wear appropriate foot gear. You may want to consider bringing a second set of shoes to put on when you get back to your vehicles, so bring a plastic bag to put your walking shoes in.
Pet Allowance: No pets are allowed.
Total Miles: 2.5 mile, moderate hike.
Requirements:
Check the weather and dress accordingly. Remember... LAYERS!!!
As always - A great, exploratory attitude and willingness to learn (and walk)!
February 2022
When: You chose! But must be completed by February 28th, 2022
Where: Sugar River Forest Preserve, 10127 Forest Preserve Road, Durand IL
Duration (approx): 1.5 - 2hrs
Cost: $0.00
Description: This month’s hiking club will be a “hike-on-your-own” adventure. This option is not offered very often, so take this opportunity to chose a day that works best for your family to complete the pre-planned hike and earn miles. See full Hiking Club Instructions in the requirements below.
Total Miles: 2.9 mile, moderate hike.
How to turn in your miles? During your hike, please take a photo of your scout(s) by the Sugar River FP sign (where you park) and again by the playground. Send these photos to roscoeilcubscouts+hiking@gmail.com along with the scout(s) name and rank. The hike must be completed by February 28th , 2022 but you may turn in your photos for credit by March 6th, 2022, the date of our next hiking club event.
Requirements:
Check the weather and dress accordingly. Remember... LAYERS!!!
As always - A great, exploratory attitude and willingness to learn (and walk)!
January 2022
When: Sunday, January 9 @ 10:00a CT
Where: Roland Olson Forest Preserve
Duration (approx): 2 hrs
Cost: $0.00
Description: Winter Hike
Total Miles: TBD
Requirements:
Snow boots or waterproof hiking shoes
Snow Gear (Winter Coat, Snow pants)
As always - A great, exploratory attitude and willingness to learn (and walk)!
Past Hiking Events
December 2021
When: TBD
Where: J. Norman Jensen Forest Preserve
Duration (approx): TBD
Cost: $0.00
Description: Winter Hike
Total Miles: 2
Requirements:
Flashlight !!! - Important
Close toe shoes
Pants preferred
As always - A great, exploratory attitude and willingness to learn (and walk)!
November 2021
When: Sunday, Nov 7 @ 10:00 am
Where: Rock Cut State Park
Duration (approx): 2-3 hrs
Cost: $0.00
Description: The Scouts and families will hike for half the length (2-2.5mi) and break for a rest and snack and then continue on with the remainder of the hike until complete. Make sure to bring good walking shoes and plenty of water.
Total Miles: 4-5
Requirements:
Flashlight !!! - Important
Close toe shoes
Pants preferred
As always - A great, exploratory attitude and willingness to learn (and walk)!
October 2021
When: Friday, October 29 @ 6pm - Night Hike
Where:
Duration (approx): 2 hrs
Cost: Pack is covering cost for first 20 Scouts (total value $75.00)
Description: Sounds of the Night with Nature At The Confluence
Attendance is at capacity. There is no more room for this event!
Total Miles:
Requirements:
Flashlight !!! - Important
Close toe shoes
Pants preferred
As always - A great, exploratory attitude and willingness to learn (and walk)!
September 2021
When: Saturday, September 18 @ 10:00 am
Where: Keiselburg Forest Preserve
Duration (approx): 2 hrs
Cost: $0.00
Description: Come out Saturday morning to go on a hike through the Keiselburg Forest Preserve and learn about the various flora and fauna. Follow road to back parking lot. Scouts to wear some sort of scouting apparel, bring your 6 essentials. Look for the Scout Leader in uniform.
Total Miles: 2 miles
Requirements:
Closed toe shoes/boots
A great, exploratory attitude and willingness to learn (and walk)!