ADVENTURE, GRIT & GROWTH START HERE

Why Scout With Us?

Because the adventure, grit & growth youth experience Scouting in the Northeast Iowa Council of the Boy Scouts of America is unparalleled.

ADVENTURE

Picturesque camps with streams, a lake, waterfalls, and caves in the heart of Northeast Iowa. When you want adventure, there’s no place like the Northeast Iowa Council.

GRIT

Perseverance. Resilience. Grit. This is what kids experience when they Scout with us. And it’s here they learn to lead, serve and believe in themselves through renowned programs that prepare youth for careers and life.

GROWTH

Girls and boys kindergarten through age 20 experience more personal growth and skills development than any youth program in the USA. Add in the opportunities only found at the NE Iowa Council, and growth is exponential.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

In Scouting, we will not compromise the safety of our youth, volunteers, and employees. Safety is a value that must be taught and reinforced at every opportunity. We are all responsible and must hold each other accountable to provide a safe environment for all participants.

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Cub Scouting

Youth grades K-5

Cub Scouting is fun for the whole family. In Cub Scouting, boys and girls start with their best right now selves and grow into their very best future selves. It’s fun, hands-on learning and achievement that puts kids in the middle of the action and prepares them for today – and for life.

Scouts BSA

Youth 11-17 years old

Scouts BSA is the traditional Scouting experience for youth in the fifth grade through high school. Service, community engagement, and leadership development become increasingly important parts of the program as Scouts lead their own activities and work their way toward earning Scouting’s highest rank, Eagle Scout.

Exploring

Co-ed 14-20 years old

Exploring give young people a chance to investigate careers and create connections starting from a young age. It allows them to sample different professions OR dig into the vocation they feel called to! Through mentorship and firsthand experiences, Explorers develop lifelong skills and knowledge.