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Our Council Territory

The Abraham Lincoln Council is made up of nine counties in Central Illinois.

They include Cass, Christian, Greene, Macoupin, Menard, Montgomery, Morgan, Sangamon, and Scott.

Within the council, these nine counties are into three districts.

These districts are: Lincoln Home (Sangamon, Menard), Log Cabin/Railsplitter Christian, Macoupin, Montgomery),

and Honest Abe (Cass, Greene, Morgan, Scott).

BSA Mission Statement

The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical choices

over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.

BSA Vision Statement

The Boy Scouts of America is the nation's foremost youth program of character development

and values-based leadership training. In the future Scouting will continue to

- offer young people responsible fun and adventure;

- instill in young people lifetime values and develop in them ethical character as expressed in the Scout Oath and Law;

- train young people in citizenship, service, and leadership;

- serve America's communities and families with its quality, values-based program.

ALC Staff Vision Statement

As living examples of Scouting ideals, we will develop a sustainable infrastructure

to promote good citizenship and educate and motivate volunteers, while operating the council in a fiscally sound manner.

Programs and Joining Information

Cub Scouts

Cub Scouting is for boys in 1^st (Tiger Cubs), 2^nd (Wolf), 3^rd (Bear), 4^th and 5^th (Webelos) grades.

Cub Scouts do fun things with other kids! They get to wear a cool uniform, go places, and see things.

They play all kinds of sports and build things, like race cars and bird houses.

Want to learn a secret code? Want to learn about wild animals?

If you're a boy in the first through fifth grades go Cub Scouting!

Boy Scouts

Boy Scouts get away from it all! They camp, hike and fish in the great outdoors.

They get together in troops, and try out new experiences.

Boy Scouting is available to boys who are 11 through 17 years old,

or who have earned the Arrow of Light Award, or have completed the fifth grade.

Venturing

Venturing offers a program that is fun and full of challenge and adventure

for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade)

through 20 years of age. Learn more about high adventure, sports, arts and hobbies,

youth ministries, and Sea Scouting ships.

Exploring

Exploring is a worksite-based program. It is a career education program

for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade)

through 20 years old. Programs are based on five areas of emphasis:

career opportunities, life skills, service learning, character education, and leadership experience.

Volunteers

Looking for a program that teaches positive values to boys your son's age?

Looking for activities that build personal fitness, social skills, and leadership?

Scouting offers a time-tested set of activities that have produced fine citizens,

dedicated family members and strong community leaders since 1910.

Learn how Scouting can help you make the most of the limited time you have with your son.

Starting a Unit

Is your organization looking for a way to provide wholesome,

educational activities for youth in your community?

Scouting offers an array of programs that include outdoor experiences,

advancement, recognition, and, in particular, values. Learn how your school,

community organization, or religious organization can benefit from starting a Scouting unit.

Support Scouting

Scouting makes a direct and positive impact on your community

by teaching positive values and leadership skills to youth.

Join the individuals, corporations, and foundations that support Scouting's mission.

If you are interested in joining or would like additional information,

please contact the Abraham Lincoln Council.

Contact Information
Telephone: (217) 546-5570
Fax: (217) 546-0598
Postal address: 1911 W. Monroe
PO Box 7125
Springfield, IL. 62791-7125
Email (General Information): AskAbe@bsamail.org
Webmaster: rascott@bsamail.org
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Scout Store Hours (Summer):
Monday through Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Scout Store Hours (starting September 4, 2007)
Monday and Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - noon
2007-2008 Holiday Schedule
Store and Office closed:
September 3rd (Labor Day)
October 8th (Columbus Day)
November 22nd & 25th (Thanksgiving)
December 22nd through 25th (Christmas)
December 29th through January 1st (New Year)
January 21st (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)
Febraury 18th (Presidents Day)
March 21-23 (Good Friday/Easter)
April 26th (Store closed - Pilgrimage)
May 26th (Memorial Day)
July 4th (Independence Day)
Note: The store will be closed on Saturdays during holiday weekends
and from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

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