
2026 U.S. Grant Pilgrimage
Saturday, April 25
Register & pay early and save! See details below.
Leaders Guide
Who can attend? - Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, and Venture Crews (youth and adults) their families and friends!
Cost? - $29 for event registration or $39 for event plus camping / per person, HOWEVER! If you register and pay by April 1st each person will receive a $10 discount! (This would then be $19 for event registration or $29 for event plus camping / per person) *Multiple camping locations are available.
Traditional Events for the Grant Pilgrimage
- Historic Trail Hike
- History Hunt (with the Galena Generals)
- Grant’s Home and Washburn House
- Galena Historical Museum
- Blacksmith shop
- Parade down Main Street Galena
- Bucket Brigade
- Cub Activities put on by the O.A.
Additional Activities to the Pilgrimage
- Interested in purchasing this year's Grant Pilgrimage Gear? Look no further! (link coming soon! )to order. Deadline of April 1, 2026.
Notes on Program Area locations:
- Registration at the Pilgrimage will be at the Galena Bible Arts and Recreation Center(ARC) for short 11084 US Hwy 20 W Galena Il 61036
- Trading Post will be at Turner Hall, 115 Bench St., Galena, IL 61036
- Cub Activities will be at Grant Park
We’re excited for this year's Grant Pilgrimage! Help spread the word!
Any questions please contact bac.info@scouting.org