Scout Night with the Bisons

Saturday, January 10, 2026

7:00 PM, Bison vs. Grizzlies at Grossinger Motors Arena

Tickets in our Gold and Attack Zone sections are reduced to a special rate of $18.

Scout Night Sleepover:

• Camp on the concourse

• Movie on the videoboard

• Popcorn, drinks, and late-night pizzas

• $6 per person

See the flyer here to purchase tickets: Prairielands Scout Night at the Bison

All Critters welcome with Guests!

The 2026 Wood Badge Rendezvous will be helod on Saturday, January 10, 2026 from 5PM to 8PM.  This gathering will be held at El Toro Bravo located at 2561 W. Springfield Ave, Champaign, IL 61821.

The Cost is $20 per person.  The menu is a Fajita Bar and Fountain Drinks.  Please RSVP by January 6, 2026!

Questions, please email Josh Kittle at jkittle@gmail.com.

Register here:  https://prairielands.tentaroo.com/wbrendezvous

Save the Date!

A Klondike Derby inspired by the Winter Olympics

When: Saturday, January 31, 2026

Where: Camp Robert Drake

Times: Check-In @ 7 am / Stations start at 9 am / Stations end at 2:30 pm

Get ready to go for the gold! This year’s Klondike Derby brings Olympic-sized excitement to the snowy frontier. Patrols will compete in classic Klondike challenges with a thrilling Winter Games twist. From fire-building to the winter pentathlon, scouts will test their skills, teamwork, and endurance in pursuit of the Winter Cup Trophy.

Traditional Skills. Olympic Flair. Unforgettable Adventure.

Whether you're racing across the snow, navigating icy obstacles, or showing off your patrol spirit, this is one winter event you won’t want to miss.

Mark your calendars and start training….

The 2026 Klondike Winter Cup is coming!

Want to get involved or need more info? Connect with our 2026 Klondike Winter Cup co-chairs, Ben Hoogstraat and Josh Cooper, at benhoogstraat@gmail.com.

Sign up here:  https://prairielands.tentaroo.com/klondike

Join fellow Scouts & Scouters for a morning packed with updates, prizes, and inside info about all things Camp Robert Drake.

When: Saturday, December 6, 2025 @ 9:00 AM

Where: ILEAS Training Center - Urbana, IL

What’s Happening:

• Learn about new 2026 camp programs and key updates
• Get the scoop on the Illini Lodge troop visit crew’s promotions plan
• Hear about Vermilion Trex and how it will challenge older Scouts
• Take home flyers and resources highlighting every Scouting opportunity coming in 2026
• Enter to win a free cabin or campsite for the 2026 Klondike Derby
• Explore interactive booth displays featuring upcoming Scout adventures
• Enjoy coffee, doughnuts, and great fellowship all morning long
• campdrake.com fans in attendance receive an exclusive collector card
• All participants will receive the new Camp Lantern Leader Guide
• Here is a zoom link to the event! https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/86822622589/invitations?signature=22PLWy7eJBmSsDbc0WNG4CHwnbSiHxCbDwlT6FKBGXA