Activities

2026 Summer Camps

Summer 2026 | Adventure Starts Here

Make summer epic with overnight adventures at our premier Scout Reservations. Escape the ordinary and explore summer like never before at a Heart of America Council Summer Camp in 2026.

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Training Courses

Upcoming Courses | Find a Training

Looking for an upcoming council training course? Browse and register for any training with one easy link! Explore training courses from Wood Badge to Wilderness First Aid now.

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Aquatics Merit Bages

October-April | Midwest Aquatics & YMCA

Get ready to dive into aquatics. We'll be offering Swimming and Lifesaving Merit Badge instruction at Midwest Aquatics and the YMCA this fall and spring.

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Ten Commandments Trek

December 7 | Throughout Kansas City

Explore the spiritual values and worship experiences of 4 different faith traditions. Our 2025 Ten Commandments Winter Interfaith Trek will visit Buddhist, Protestant, Islamic and Orthodox houses of worship on Sunday, December 7. We will experience a worship service, learn about that religion and hear how each interprets the Ten Commandments.

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Kansas City Mavericks Scout Night

January 24, 2026 | Cable Dahmer Arena 

Scout Night returns to the ice on January 24th! The Kansas City Mavericks Scout Night ticket package is only $20 and includes a game ticket, the official Mavericks Scout Night patch, access to activities including a pre-game slap shot on the ice.

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Hike-A-Palooza

March 27-29, 2026 |  Naish Scout Reservation

Interested in High Adventure? Our Hike-A-Palooza is a FREE outdoor experience dedicated to learning all about the BSA’s High Adventure Bases at a fun outdoor event. 

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Scout Day at the K

April 26, 2026 | Kauffman Stadium

Scout Day at the K returns on Sunday, April 26,2026. More than just admission to the game, Scout Day at the K includes early stadium entry, scout exclusive experiences and special in-game extras.

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PATRON

April 28, 2026 | Arrowhead Stadium

PATRON is Scouting’s premier networking experience at Arrowhead Stadium on Tuesday, April 28. Admission includes networking and access to featured presentations.

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Cub Scout Night at the Zoo

May 8-9, 2026 | Kansas City Zoo

Explore the Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium after sunset with night hikes, s'mores, and camping. This special overnight adventure is geared towards Cub Scouts with eight activity stations to help Scouts work towards achievements and electives.

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Scout Day at the Zoo

May 9, 2026 | Kansas City Zoo | 9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Explore the Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium during Scout Day on Saturday, May 9. Scouts in uniform are free; one parent/guardian will receive a $3 discount on regular-priced general admission. This event is open to all Cub Scout Packs, Scouts BSA Troops and Venturing Crews.

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Monarchs Scout Night

August 30, 2025 | Legends Field

Wrap up summer at Scout Night with the Kansas City Monarchs. This Scout favorite is back in 2025 and features a campout on the field after the game! Scout Night ticket packages are only $40 and include a game ticket, exclusive Monarchs Scout Night patch, post-game movie on Monarchs Vision, post-game campout on the field, late night concessions, breakfast in the morning and more! 

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Missouri Eagle Scout Day

February 17, 2025 | State Capitol - Jefferson City 

Calling all 2024 Missouri Eagle Scouts! The Great Rivers Council is hosting Missouri Eagle Scout Day on Monday, February 17 (Presidents' Day). Tour the Capitol, meet your representatives and be recognized for your achievement! Get more info and pre-register at the link below.

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Cub Scout Family Campouts

September & October | Various Locations

Scouting is all about the outdoors and there's no better way to explore Cub Scouts than an outdoor adventure! Designed especially for new families, our Cub Scout Family Campouts are a great way to experience the fun of Scouting.

Find a campout below and book your overnight adventure

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Scout Day at the Speedway

September 28, 2025 | Kansas Speedway

Scout Day returns to Kansas Speedway on Sunday, September 28. Get ready to chase the cup at Kansas Speedway's most popular event of the year - the NASCAR Cup Series Hollywood Casino 400 Playoff race! Ticket packages include a race ticket, Pre-Race Pass and official patch.

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Comets Scout Night

Sunday, March 23 | Cable Dahmer Arena

Get in the game with the Kansas City Comets at Scout Day on Sunday, March 23. This is the last game of the season and Scout families can get a special Family 4-pack to catch all the action. 

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Shoot-A-Palooza

October 16-18, 2026 | Bartle Scout Reservation

Take aim at adventure at Shoot-A-Palooza October 17-19 at the Bartle Scout Reservation.  

Activities include an overview of range and target activities policies and will include multi-target presentations featuring shotgun, precision rifle, paint ball accuracy, distance and action archery, slingshots, BB guns and more.

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Webelos Adventure Weekend

September 25-27, 2026 | Bartle Scout Reservation

Explore one of the best Scout camps in the country during an exclusive weekend reserved just for Webelos. Join us for Webelos Adventure Weekend featuring more than 20 adventures including space exploration, STEM, shooting sports and more!

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COPE-A-Palooza

April 17-19, 2026 | Bartle Scout Reservation

COPE-a-Palooza is an excellent opportunity to expose your scouts to the fun and adventure of COPE & climbing activities in the Heart of America Council
Climb to new heights at this year’s Cope-A-Palooza and participate in challenges including rappelling off Cedar Bluff, traversing the COPE course, scaling the climbing tower, and crate stacking.

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Sporting KC Scout Night

October 18, 2025 | Children's Mercy Park

Sporting Kansas City Scout Night is back! Cheer on Sporting Kansas City as they take on the Houston Dynamo on Saturday, October 18 at 8:00 pm at Children’s Mercy Park.

Ticket packages include a match ticket, official Scout Night patch, a FREE hot dog and pre-match activities.

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Haunted Trails

October 24, 2026 | Naish Scout Reservation

Haunted Trails is back in 2026! Pack up the ghouls and goblins and head to Camp Naish on October 24 and celebrate Halloween with the whole family. Haunted tours include admission to the Haunted Trails, the official patch and a spooky snack.

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Scouting for Food

November 9 | Your Neighborhood

We're teaming up with Harvesters and food pantries across the metro for Scouting for Food, a neighborhood based food collection campaign that will help feed the hungry across Kansas City this holiday season. Items collected stay in your community and will be distributed directly to more than 30 partner agencies.

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WW1 Museum Scout Day

January 18, 2025 | WW1 Museum & Memorial

Explore the National WWI Museum and Memorial during Scout Day on Saturday, January 18. Take a self-guided tour with your group anytime during museum hours from 10am - 5pm. General Admission tickets will be available for $5 (onsite only) to all Scouts and Scout leaders. Scouts and Scout leaders must be in uniform to receive discounted admission. Other guests may purchase regular admission tickets (online and in-person)

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Have an event you would like to see included?
Contact Matt Armstrong at matt.armstrong@scouting.org.​