Camp Robert Drake

The official account of Camp Robert Drake in Prairielands Council, BSA.

On The Banks Of The Salt Fork!

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Camp Staff Holiday Party has been rescheduled for Sat, 1/17/26! 🎉

Past + future staff welcome. Bring a white elephant gift! Youth interested in 2026 staff encouraged to join. Patch design competition for this summer's theme.

Learn more: https://t.co/oaX9pQjm8b

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Camp Drake Staff Holiday Party – Postponed ✨🎄

Due to weather, our Camp Staff Holiday Party originally scheduled for today, Saturday, December 13, 2025 (1–4 PM) has been postponed. ❄️☃️

Stay tuned for updates on the new date—we’ll share details as soon as possible!

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🌲 Record-breaking Trail Tromp! 🌧️

Over 110 Scouts braved the drizzle to hike the Onaquispasippi Trail at Camp Robert Drake—our highest turnout ever! Big thanks to Illini Lodge & all who made it a muddy, memorable adventure. 🥾💪

Read more: https://t.co/zPXGDcKGW8

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🔥 Scouts loved Atkins Forge last year—now it’s back for Year 2! 🔥

Forge, weld, and craft your way to the Metalworking Merit Badge in this one-of-a-kind experience at Camp Drake. 🛠️⚒️

Spots are limited!

Learn more: https://t.co/zPXGDcKGW8

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Exciting news! Patrick Herr, Eagle Scout & Venturing leader, has been named Program Director for the 2025 Camp Drake season. Patrick, a junior at the University of Illinois, brings experience from Bechtel Summit & Philmont Scout Ranch.

Read more at https://t.co/2AY4RNZrqf!

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Check out the newest webpage on our website! Stay updated with the latest events, achievements, and announcements from Camp Drake, including highlights from past events and exciting news for the future 📰

Read more at https://t.co/zPXGDcKGW8!

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Exciting news! We still have openings for Camp Drake staff this summer. Join us to make a meaningful impact on young scouts and earn some extra cash along the way!🏕️💵

Learn more at https://t.co/6cKE6k6FoG.

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Only 7 days left until the challenge of the year—the annual Camp Drake Klondike Derby! Test your scout skills and knowledge in the ultimate winter challenge!

MASTER THE ELEMENTS, CONQUER THE CHALLENGE! 🔥❄️

Learn more at https://t.co/6cKE6k6FoG.

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🎄 IMPORTANT UPDATE: Holiday Party Location Change! 🎄

Due to recent weather, the staff holiday party today will now be held at the Champaign Scout Office!

For more info, visit https://t.co/6cKE6k67z8!

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The mighty Boxer heading west

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Who’s view of Camp Drake road?

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Rescue Challenge on the stretcher obstacle course at the Jack Jones Arena

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Camp staff lead the fun at the Klondike Drake Quiz game

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Troop 172 at the Stitching Station at Klondike 24

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Skilled arrowmen count inventory at Scout shop

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Showers for Christmas. New showers for New Year

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Ginormous gift game excitement

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Due to the cold rain. The staff party wagon ride has been canceled

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Holiday Party for Camp Drake staff will be Saturday afternoon on Dec 16 at the Training Center

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Thanks to all the informative presenters at the great CAMP LAUNCH on 12/2