Scouts BSA Resident Camp

Start Planning for Summer at Camp Loud Thunder 2024!

Our summer camp program introduces young Scouts to new and rewarding experiences, and provides them with supportive and caring relationships. The Trailblazer program is a great way for a young Scout to work on advancement to First Class while becoming familiar with Camp Loud Thunder.

Returning older Scouts can participate in more advanced programs such as troop overnight canoeing and Senior Patrol Leader training. Our C.O.P.E. course - with zip line - gives Scouts a chance to have some fun while working as a team through course challenges.

Camp Loud Thunder has the distinction of being the only summer camp program in the region to offer Scouts a chance to enjoy handgun marksmanship. Scouts are instructed and supervised by trained BSA/NRA adults so they can safely take part in this exciting activity.

Scouts who actively participate in what the Illowa Council’s Scout BSA Resident Camp has to offer will not be disappointed. They will become better prepared for life experiences. They will build character, strength, self-confidence, and lifelong friendships - all while having the best time of their summer!

Scout Executive's Fireside Chat

This meeting is a great way to check out what we'll be offering at Camp Loud Thunder! Pick up your copy of the Leader/Parent Guide, hear about what's new for this year, and get your campsite reservation in!

This will be held on November 19, 2023, at the Illowa Council Service Center.

CLICK HERE for more info on this meeting and to RSVP. 

Summer Camp Leader Orientation

We look forward to hosting our Summer Camp Leader Orientation. Our Camp Leader Orientation is your chance to find out basic camp information, see what's new for the year, and meet some of our Camp Staff! You will learn everything necessary for your Troop’s summer camp planning.

This will be held via Zoom on May 7, 2024, at 6:00pm.

CLICK HERE to register for the Zoom Meeting!

Session

Dates

Week 1

Week 2

Week 3

June 16 - 22, 2024

June 23 - 29, 2024

June 30 - July 6, 2024

2024 Rates

$385

$400

$150

$35

$10

**Pending completion of budget & Board approval.**

Early Bird Fee (Fees due in full by April 21, 2024 at midnight)

Regular Scout Fee (Fees received April 22, 2024, and after)

Leader Fees, per week

Leader Fees, per day

Visitor Meals

Need Funding Assistance?

*Scouts can earn their way to camp by raising funds through the Council's Camp Card and Popcorn sales. For Illowa Council Scouts, we provide an additional discount for units that meet their Friends of Scouting goal. We also offer 'camperships' to qualifying Illowa Council Scouts. These 'camperships' are scholarships awarded to those who have special circumstances that might otherwise keep a Scout from attending camp.

CLICK HERE to submit the online Campership Application.

  • To be filled out by Unit Leader ONLY (NOT parent/guardian)
  • Unit leader will need to know:
    • Scout's name, age, grade, years in Scouting, address
    • Parent's name and email address
    • Number of people in household
    • Number of family members attending camp
    • Family gross annual income

The deadline for 2024 Camperships is March 1, 2024 at 5:00pm. Illowa Council is not accepting paper Campership applications for 2024.

Book Your Troop's Campsite

Reserve your spot today and be prepared for an amazing camp experience in 2024!

Check out the Campsite Reservation Grid HERE to see which campsites are still available. To reserve your spot, you can:

Not sure what camp site to choose? CLICK HERE to view the Camp Loud Thunder Map!

Resident Camp Forms and Resources

Resources

  • 2024 Summer Camp Leader's Guide
  • 2024 Merit Badge Schedule - to be announced!
  • 2024 Merit Badge Guide - to be announced
    • Merit Badge sign ups are handled through Tentaroo starting at 5:00 am on Tuesday, April 30th, 2024.
  • Camp Loud Thunder Map
  • Cooking Merit Badge - (Workbooks available on this website)

Required Forms

Are you needing help with Tentaroo? CLICK HERE for a great step-by-step document on how to use this platform to the MAX!

Supplementary Forms

  • Campership Form - Illowa Council is only accepting online submissions for Camperships in 2024. Please see the Funding Assistance section above for a list of information required. This must be submitted by the unit leader ONLY. (Not parent/guardian)
    • Camperships must be electronically submitted to the Council office by 5:00pm on 3/1/2024.
  • Pre-Camp Swim Test - for a fillable PDF of this form, please download it.
  • Special Diet Request Form - Please edit the individual participant information in Tentaroo so we can accommodate.
  • Pre-Camp Shirt Order Form - Please pre-order and pay for these items through Tentaroo in the "Products" section.

If you have questions about summer camp at Camp Loud Thunder, please email reservations@loudthunder.org or call the Illowa Council Service Center at (563) 388-7233.