Special Events
Special Events
Eagle Celebration & Eagle Challenge
The Eagle Challenge, started in 2017, encourages our Eagle Scout alumni and friends to pay it forward in support of our newest Eagles and all Scouts working in our communities to make a lasting difference in and around the Northeast Illinois Council. Typically, the Eagle Challenge allows us to recognize our newest class of Eagle Scouts, and their Scoutmasters, at our annual Eagle Scout Recognition Celebration with no cost to them.
The 2023 Eagle Dinner, honoring the Eagle class of 2022, will take place on
Thursday, February 16, 2023 from 6PM-9PM
Down & Derby (21 & Over Event)
: Lake County’s Premier Kentucky Derby Viewing Party will be hosted at Always Faithful Equestrian Club in Mettawa on Saturday, May 6, 2023 4:00-7:00 PM.
Youth Leadership Week & Awards
The Youth Leadership Week provides a unique opportunity for members of the community to come together in support of the Northeast Illinois Council, Boy Scouts of America. We honor community leaders who have made an impact in the lives of youth and in Scouting. The funds raised through this annual event support the outreach program of the council, which works with schools and families in under-resourced markets to make sure that every youth can be a Scout.
Good Scout Dinner
In 2022, our 52nd Good Scout honoree was Richard Gallagher.
Sporting Clays Classic
Save the Date! Wednesday, October 4th.
An exciting fundraiser opportunity to be head at the Northbrook Sports Club. optional private instructional sessions with a pro, fantastic food, and many accolades. Join a four-person squad and test your skills in 13 unique stations with 75 sporting clays.
Scouting Golf Classic
Save the date for the 24th Annual Golf Classic. Since 1999, our sponsors and participants have raised more than $1.5 million to support local Scouting programs that build tomorrow’s leaders. 2023 details coming soon!