About Calumet District

Calumet District is part of the Pathway to Adventure Council (PTAC), Scouting America.  

Calumet District spans over thirty Communities, from Orland Park to Homewood.  From Lansing to Matteson, and from Oak Forest to Beecher.

For more information about Calumet District please visit our page at Council

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Calumet Stories

Articles featuring Units within the Calumet District.

Winter Supply DriveJanuary, 2024

Past Articles

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Featured Events

PTAC Award Nominations

Silver Beaver
Know a Scouter who’s gone above and beyond for youth and the community? Nominate them for the Silver Beaver Award—the highest honor a Scouting America council can give to a volunteer. This award recognizes exceptional service to youth by registered Scouters across all programs.

Council Alumnus of the Year
This award honors individuals who keep the Scouting spirit alive—strengthening connections with alumni, excelling in their careers, serving their communities, and promoting Scouting for future generations.

NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout
Know an Eagle Scout who has inspired others through a lifetime of service, leadership, and achievement? Nominate them for the NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award, which honors

Eagle Scouts making a lasting impact at the local, state, regional, or national level.

PTAC Council Camporee

September 19th – 21st, 2025

Beginning on June 1, 2024 you can reserve your unit’s spot for just $25! This will ensure prime camping location and your preferred show seating!

Full registration opens on January 1, 2025.

Sandwich Fairgrounds
15730 Pratt Rd
Sandwich, IL

Tahkone Lodge Haunted Hallow

Friday, October 24

7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Our classic experience – Venture through our Haunted Hollow filled with eerie surprises, spooky scenes, and unexpected thrills.

9:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Extra Scary – This intensified Haunted Hollow features heightened scares, deeper darkness, and a more chilling atmosphere.

Saturday, October 25

3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Fright Free Afternoon – Perfect for younger children. Enjoy our Haunted Hollow with no masks or jump scares. Additional games and activities for the kids.

6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Our classic experience – Venture through ouur Haunted Hollow filled with eerie surprises, spooky scenes, and unexpected thrills.

9:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Extra Scary – This intensified Haunted Hollow features heightened scares, deeper darkness, and a more chilling atmosphere.

 

Harp Twin Fundraiser

December 16th – 7P – 9P

A Holiday Concert with the Harp Twins – Benefitting Special Needs Scouting

Join the Harp Twins for a family-friendly concert full of magical winter music, Christmas classics, comedy, stories, and classic rock favorites – and you won’t want to miss the show finale featuring Volfgang Twins on double drums! Free meet & greet with the Harp Twins and Volfgang Twins immediately following the concert.

Oak Lawn Park District
Community Theatre
4625 W 110th St
Oak, Lawn, IL

 

Our Programs

Cub Scouts

Youth

Grade Levels K-5

Scouts | BSA

Youth

Ages 11-17

Venturing

Coed

Ages 14-20

Sea Scouts

Coed

Ages 14-20

Exploring

Coed

Ages 14-20

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