2021 U.S. Grant Pilgrimage
2021 U.S. Grant Pilgrimage will be held
In-Person August 27th, 28th, 29th!
Or join in with our Virtual option!
Who can attend? - Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, and Venture Crews (youth and adults) their families and friends!
Cost? - $12 for event registration or $22 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.
New Activities to the Pilgrimage
- Hike new trails to Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve for a visit to effigy mounds on the Reserve. This is a 5-mile hike, more details to come
Notes on Program Area locations:
- Registration at the Pilgrimage will be at the Galena Bible Church 11108 US-20, 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 Matt Ohms matt.ohms@scouting.org or bac.info@scouting.org