We put the "outing" in scouting!
Scouts BSA Troop 671 is chartered by the Wildwood Park District of Wildwood, Illinois. We are an active troop of about 30 Scouts, and camp 11-12 weekends a year including a week of summer camp at Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan Scout Reservation in Pearson, WI. Most years we also have a high adventure trek of some kind in the summer. In the past we’ve gone to Sea Base, Philmont, Northern Tier, Summit Bechtel Reserve, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, and other wild places!
Our Scouts come from Gurnee, Grayslake, Third Lake, Gages Lake, Wildwood, and the surrounding communities.
Here’s some additional info for new Scouts & interested people!
Monthly campouts have deadlines to allow the Scouts and adults who are volunteering to have time to plan meals and shop for groceries. Typically that happens 2 weeks before the campout.
Our unit will venture 30 minutes to 4 hours away from home for a typical weekend campout. If it’s a long weekend we’ll go as far as 5 or 6 hours for a special camp or activity. We like to have fun!
See what’s open and register here!
We often have high adventure treks in our future plans! Here’s what’s in the works:
In 2026, Mr. Short is sponsoring a Troop-led canoe trip in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Minnesota! Crews are limited to 9 people MAX! If you’re interested in going, reach out to Mr. Short ASAP!
In 2027, Mrs. Short is coordinating TWO 12-person crews for a live aboard Sea Base adventure in St. Thomas! As of March 2026 this once-in-a-lifetime sailing trip is FULL!
Where will we go in 2028?
Family Outdoor Activities
Family Outdoor Activities are semi-monthly events sponsored by an adult within our unit, which are often focused on specific Scout skills or hiking. Occasionally we have daytrips on local streams, bike rides, zip lining, and other awesome activities!
Nothing from May 8, 2026 to November 8, 2026.
Here's the next 2 weeks...
Our full Troop calendar can be accessed here.
May 11, 2026 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
North Star District Roundtable
Monthly district meeting for Scouting America adults.
May 12, 2026 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Troop Meeting
Woodland Elementary School, 17371 W Gages Lake Rd, Gages Lake, IL 60030, USA
Meeting in East Cafeteria Field Uniform (Class A) shirt required for meetings at school. No knives! Full uniform is required…
May 16, 2026 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Patrol Leader's Council
Monthly Patrol Leader's Council meeting. All youth in positions of responsibility should attend to help plan upcoming events.
May 17, 2026
Des Plaines River Canoe Marathon
Oak Spring Road Canoe Launch, Des Plaines River Trail, Libertyville, IL 60048, USA
Marathon starts at the Oak Spring Road Canoe Launch in Libertyville and travels 18.5 miles down the river to Dam #2 Woods…
May 19, 2026 6:45 pm – 8:00 pm
Court of Honor
State Bank of The Lakes, 50 Commerce Dr, Grayslake, IL 60030, USA
Quarterly Court of Honor. All Scouts expected to attend!
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During the school year, we meet at Woodland Elementary School in Gurnee on Gages Lake Road. From mid May to Mid September we meet at Twin Lakes Park in Wildwood.
- The Troop 671 Committee meets monthly on the 1st Monday of the month. Meetings are usually held at Rule Park in Wildwood and start at 7:00PM. The Committee may occasionally meet virtually as necessary.
- Troop 671 holds their usual all-Scout weekly meeting on Tuesdays. During the school year, we meet at Woodland Elementary. During the summer, we meet at Twin Lakes Park in Wildwood. Meetings start at 6:35PM and are wrapped up by 8:00PM.
- Troop 671’s Patrol Leaders’ Council meets monthly on the 2nd Sunday of the month. Meetings are usually held at Rule Park in Wildwood and start at 5:00PM. Meetings may occasionally be rescheduled due to personal conflicts within the PLC.
We are blessed that there are many incredible troops in our area! If you know you want to join our troop, you can fill out an online application here. Otherwise, here is a list of Scouts BSA troops within 10 miles of our ZIP Code.
We have LOTS of great activities planned by our Scouts every year! We have a monthly campout most months of the year, and attend summer camp annually at Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan Scout Reservation in WI. Monthly campouts are destination & activity based, so it’s not uncommon for us to travel a few hours for a 2 night monthly and as far away as 5+ hours for a special destination over a holiday weekend such as winter camping up north!
Thank you to everyone who came out to our Pancake Breakfast on May 2nd! Thanks especially to our many sponsors! Please patronize their businesses and tell them you appreciate their support!
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Tomorrow! All day at Wendy's on Shell Dr. in Libertyville, there will be a fundraiser benefiting members of the 2027 Sea Base trek.
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Hey local friends - if you've got a hankering for some NOODLES this week, please stop by our fundraiser on WEDNESDAY, APRIL FIRST! Gurnee Noodles will donate 25% to our 2027 Florida Sea Base crew when you order between 4-8pm. If you're ordering on the app - please use code GIVING25.
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Having a super fun time today at EAA - The Spirit of Aviation Museum doing an Aviation Merit Badge program! ... See MoreSee Less
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Our 2027 Sea Base Crew is offering a fun, stress-free opportunity for Easter! Our assistant Easter Bunnies will EGG YOUR YARD for you! Such a fun surprise for your kids or grandkids! You can even place an order as a gift for another friend or family member! Just scan the QR code or fill out an interest form here: forms.gle/wt77RSRxnVM9NVHZ7
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Three Harbors Council Scouting America is offering a couple opportunities to earn the Small Boat Sailing merit badge this summer - www.facebook.com/share/p/16tzTtAAnE/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Tomorrow!!! All day at MOD Pizza in Gurnee we are having another fundraiser to support our 2027 Florida Sea Base adventure to St. Thomas!
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One Week From Today -ALL DAY LONG on Sunday, March 1st!
Mod Pizza Fundraiser for our Sea Base High Adventure Trek!
Gonna be out shopping in Gurnee?
Running errands on a Sunday?
Wanna grab a bite to eat?
Grab a friend to get a pizza or salad at Mod's!
Just tell the staff that you're supporting our fundraiser in the restaurant.
Please use code MODGIVES25 if ordering online.
THANK YOU FOR ANY SUPPORT YOU CAN OFFER!
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