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Hike Haven, Bloomington, IL

Hike HavenThis historic small brick lodge is perfect for troop meetings and/or events year round and is conveniently located within Bloomington city limits. Located on the grounds of Forrest Park, Hike Haven provides a bathroom and a small kitchen that can accommodate 20-25 people. A large patio with picnic tables is available for use. Crafts, meetings, and cooking lessons are just a few activities that can take place indoors or outdoors at this site.

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Camp Peairs, Lake Bloomington, IL

Camp PeairsCamp Peairs consists of 88 wooded acres situated on Lake Bloomington. The site is ideal for troop camping, events, and cookouts. Campers can choose to sleep in the winterized lodge, which has two sleeping lofts, a kitchen, bathroom facilities, and electricity. When it’s warm, cabins and platform tents are available. The site has central flush toilets and showers. Other program opportunities include nature exploration, canoeing, and kayaking. Waterfront activities, including swimming and boating, require properly trained individuals according to Safety-Wise and may include additional fees for equipment rental.ACA logo

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Camp Kiwanis, Mahomet, IL

Camp KiwanisThis 55 acre wooded site sits adjacent to the forest preserve district and Lake of the Woods Park and is bordered by the Sangamon River. It is perfect for first time campers as it includes three winterized lodges with fireplaces, electricity, bathrooms (inside or nearby), and kitchen facilities. For those interested in a challenge, platform tents are available with a fire ring for outdoor cooking. Hiking trails are nearby. Security lighting is found throughout the site. Aquatic activities require properly trained individuals according to Safety-Wise and may include additional fees for equipment rental. Camp Kiwanis is proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association.ACA logo

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Camp Widjiwagan, Springfield, IL

Camp WidjiwaganConveniently located on Lake Springfield, Widji is a 67 acre wooded haven used for troop camping, resident and day camping, council events, and trainings. Campers enjoy a variety of accommodations from three heated lodges with electricity, kitchens, and fireplaces to Conestoga wagons and platform tents. Bathroom facilities are located inside the lodges and within centrally located shower houses. Security lighting is found throughout the site. Aquatic activities, including a swimming pool and a waterfront for boating, require properly trained individuals according to Safety-Wise and may include additional fees for equipment rental. Camp Widjiwagan is proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association. This site has an on-site camp ranger.ACA logo

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Wildwood Girl Scout Center, Mt Sterling, IL

Wildwood Girl Scout CenterThis 1,000 acre hideaway features a year-round horseback riding program, a SplashPad, and a large winterized lodge. The first-time camper can enjoy the outdoors while staying with her troop in the heated lodge where she’ll find bathroom and shower facilities, electricity, and a kitchen. Open-air cabins with canvas sides are the next step in the camping experience. A central shower house is available for campers. Waterfront activities, including swimming, canoeing, and paddle boating, require properly trained individuals according to Safety-Wise and may include additional fees for equipment rental. This site has an on-site camp ranger.ACA logo

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Camp Tapawingo, Metamora, IL

Camp TapawingoExplore the forested rolling hills of this 640 acre camp. This site is ideal for troop camping, service area events, and outdoor picnics. Camp Tapawingo caters to the progressive outdoor experience. The cornerstone of this property is Mary Morgan Lodge, a 12,000 square foot, air-conditioned, multi-level dining hall and troop program center. A number of unit houses are available for troop camping. These unit houses have electricity, bathroom and kitchen facilities, hot water, and electric heat. For the experienced camper, platform tents and backpacking sites are available. Bathroom and shower facilities are centrally located at the shower house from mid-March to mid-October. A swimming pool, high and low ropes course, and archery range are available throughout the year through council-sponsored events and summer resident camp. Security lighting is found throughout the property. Camp Tapawingo is proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association. This site has an on-site camp ranger.ACA Logo

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Soldwedel Program Center, Pekin, IL

Soldwedel Program CenterSoldwedel is located adjacent to McNaughton Park and Rockin’ P Public Horseback Riding Ranch in Pekin, IL.  The lodge complex at Soldwedel is a convenient and easy-to-use facility for leaders and girls. Three contemporary lodges encompass this site with two sleeping houses and a gathering lodge where meals can be served.  The facility is open year-round and provides heating and electricity, carpeting, large stone fireplaces, a kitchen, and flush toilets. The parking lot is paved and conveniently located near the lodges. The sleeping houses are unique in design and provide a separate sleeping room for leaders with cots and mattresses.

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