The 2026 Illini Lodge Winter Banquet will be held Saturday, January 3rd, 2026, at the Beef House in Covington, IN. This annual gathering celebrates fellowship and recognizes the outstanding contributions of Arrowmen throughout the year. All lodge members and their guests are invited to enjoy an afternoon of camaraderie, honors, and tradition.

Before the meal, join us for the Pre-Banquet Hour of Brotherhood, beginning at NOON (IN Time) / 11:00 AM (IL Time). During this time, members can visit committee booths, explore new lodge merchandise at the trading post, and meet the recently elected lodge officers. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about lodge committees and find the one that best matches your interests for the coming year. Gifts and prizes will also be available.

Lunch will be served at noon (IL time), featuring the Beef House’s well-known steak meal.

Location: Beef House, Exit 4 on I-74 (west of the Wabash) 

All Arrowmen are invited to join us for a festive celebration filled with good spirits and fellowship. The Holiday Party will take place on Saturday, December 13th at ILEAS on the east side of Urbana. It’s a great chance to enjoy time together, exchange small gifts, and strengthen the bonds of the lodge. Youth and adults alike are encouraged to attend.

And yes—there will be free pizza!

Outdoor Games & Adventure Day

An exciting afternoon of outdoor games and activities for current and prospective Cub Scouts and their families. Current Cub Scouts are encouraged to invite a friend to explore the world of Scouting!

Who Can Attend:

Boys and girls in grades K through 5 are welcome to join. All Scouting members are encouraged to attend, with activities tailored specifically for Cub Scout age groups. Family participation is highly encouraged, so siblings can join in the fun. Any youth participants (ages 5 to 17) are required to pay a $10.00 registration fee, while adults attend for free.

Activities Include:

• Launching water bottle rockets

• Two archery ranges

• Rock-skipping on the Salt Fork River

• Cubs on Wheels: pedal cars for young drivers

• Sports games and a soccer challenge

• Hiking on campsite trails

• BB Gun shooting with various targeting options

• Downloadable word search!

To RSVP:

Use this link here.

Please email Program Clerk Susan Coller at the local Scouting office: susan.coller@scouting.org

For more information, contact the Raymond Lee Scout Service Center at (217) 356-7291, ext. 6441.

The 2025 Illini Lodge Winter Banquet will be held Saturday, January 4th, 2025, at the Beef House in Covington, IN. This celebration of the Brotherhood of Cheerful Service will provide fun fellowship for all lodge members and their guests. Recognition of exceptional efforts in leadership will be the focal point for the day. The cost for the event will be $30.00 per person. A $5.00 discount is available for family groups of three or more, so register together for a $25.00 per person fee. 

Please pay attention to the dates for registration for the 2024 Winter Banquet. Remember that all reservations must be accompanied by payment and there will be no walk-ins accepted at the door. Please note that the Raymond Lee Scout Service Center will be closed starting December 25th through January 2 for year-end inventory purposes. The final day to pay in person at the regular fee is Friday, Jan. 5. Any fees paid after January 5 will be charged a $5.00 late fee for a cost of $35.00 per person. Council staff members will be in the office from Dec. 27th to 29th to accept payments at (217) 356-7291, ext. 6443.  

11 AM CST - Brotherhood Hour begins

12 PM CST - Meal begins

Illini Lodge invites all Arrowmen to join us for an afternoon of cheerful spirit, fellowship, and holiday celebration! The Lodge Holiday Party will take place on Sunday, December 8th, at ILEAS Training Center, located at 1701 E Main St, Urbana, IL 61802.

Celebrate the season with your fellow brothers in the Order of the Arrow as we exchange gifts, share the spirit of brotherhood, and enjoy free pizza! This lodge-building event is open to all Arrowmen—youth and adults alike.

The festivities kick off at 3:00 PM. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen our bonds and prepare for another year of cheerful service!

Outdoor Games & Adventure Day

An exciting afternoon of outdoor games and activities for current and prospective Cub Scouts and their families. Current Cub Scouts are encouraged to invite a friend to explore the world of Scouting!

Who Can Attend:

Boys and girls in grades K through 5 are welcome to join. All Scouting members are encouraged to attend, with activities tailored specifically for Cub Scout age groups. Family participation is highly encouraged, so siblings can join in the fun. Any youth participants (ages 5 to 17) are required to pay a $10.00 registration fee, while adults attend for free.

Activities Include:

• Launching water bottle rockets

• Two archery ranges

• Rock-skipping on the Salt Fork River

• Cubs on Wheels: pedal cars for young drivers

• Sports games and a soccer challenge

• Hiking on campsite trails

• BB Gun shooting with various targeting options

• Downloadable word search!

To RSVP:

Use this link here.

Please email Program Clerk Susan Coller at the local Scouting office: susan.coller@scouting.org

For more information, contact the Raymond Lee Scout Service Center at (217) 356-7291, ext. 6441.