Activities
Join the fun as we celebrate 100 years of shared values!
- Venture Trail Hike
Trail hike along the new 10 mile bike path. There will be venture activities along the route. The trail runs along the old Chicago Northwestern rail line along the Galena River down to the Mississippi River. - Bungee Cord Kayaking
A pool is made of hay bales and a Kayak is put in the pool that is attached to one end of the pool by a bungee cord. Contestants will be timed on reaching the other side. - VIP Scavenger Hunt
Participants will be handed a listing and picture of important people regarding the Pilgrimage theme. These individuals will be around Galena in the general scouting areas. Participants will need to get that person's signature or stamp. Participants who collect all the signatures will receive a prize. - Trail Hike
Participants will receive a map with 16-18 questions. the answers to these questions are placed at historically significant places around down town Galena. The hike is usually around 5 miles and takes around 2-3 hours to complete. Hikers who complete the trail hike are able to purchase a trail medal at the Trading Post. - GPS Trail Hike
Similar to the traditional Trail Hike, but instead of a map with markers for questions, each question will be a specific coordinate. Hikers who complete this hike will also be able to purchase a Trail Medal. - Bucket Brigade
- Stay tuned for other exciting activities!
