Scouts BSA Troop 194, Green Oaks IL

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Welcome to Green Oaks / Libertyville Troop 194's website.

We don’t build a Troop. We build Scouts. Scouts build the Troop...Scout led.

We hold our meetings from 7:00 to 8:15 Pm on Mondays at Holy Cross (at 29700 N St Marys Rd). Troop 194 is part of the Aptakisic District which serves the communities of: Highland Park, Highwood, Ft. Sheridan, Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, Green Oaks, Libertyville, Rondout, Mundelein, Vernon Hills, Deerfield, Bannockburn, Lincolnshire, Riverwoods, Mettawa, Kildeer, Long Grove and Northeast Buffalo Grove.

If you have any questions about Troop 194 in Green Oaks / Libertyville, Please contact us by clicking on the "Contact Us" link on the left under menu.

Wood Badge Registration is now open.

Posted by klacrosse on Oct 17 2025 - 7:00pm

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Register now to get Early Bird price! Wood Badge is an advanced national leadership course for scouting volunteers and professionals.Participants attend five training days over two-weekend camping programs and a mid-course patrol meeting. Using what you’ve learned, you develop a “ticket” with a counselor and set goals to be completed over the 18 months following your course.

First-ever NEIC Adult Summer Camp!

Posted by klacrosse on Oct 17 2025 - 7:00pm

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This isn’t your kids’ summer camp - This one’s for you! Step away from the daily grind and spend a week in the Northwoods of Wisconsin at MSR, where adventure and unforgettable experiences await. All Scouters and their friends are welcome!

National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)

Posted by klacrosse on Oct 17 2025 - 6:54pm

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National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is an immersive and wide-ranging six-day outdoor experience for Scouts BSA and Venturing youth leaders. The course will be conducted at Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan Scout Reservation (MSR) June 14, 2026 - June 20, 2026.

NEIC Merit Badge Workshop Day 2026 Interest Form

Posted by klacrosse on Oct 17 2025 - 1:07pm

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Fill out the Merit Badge Workshop Day 2026 Interest Form with 3 merit badges your Scout would have interest in completing at a Merit Badge Workshop and indicate if would volunteer.

T194 : Committee Chair transition & Call for Interested Candidates

Posted by hbenavides on Oct 13 2025 - 11:52pm

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Troop 194 Parents,

After 10 years of serving in a key leadership scouting roles, I will be passing the baton as Troop 194 Committee Chair at the end of 2025. I am reaching out to solicit interest from Troop 194 parents who may wish to step into this rewarding and important position.

Adult Leadership positions

Posted by hbenavides on Oct 13 2025 - 7:53pm

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Get involved with your son's Scouting experience and help them grow as a leader by becoming a Troop 194 volunteer. Make a lasting impact on your Son and your community by guiding and empowering young people through outdoor adventure, leadership development, and life skills training - all while gaining valuable experience and building meaningful connections with other adults who share your passion for youth development !!!

Your adult leadership will have Meaningful impact and leave a legacy foot print, with the positive influence you have on young lives by teaching valuable skills and fostering character development. Troop 194 has opportunities in Diverse roles, from teaching specific skills like first aid or cooking to leading outdoor activities or supporting administrative tasks, allowing individuals to contribute based on their interests and expertise. The Scouting American program will expand your Personal growth as an adult leader with development leadership skills, learn new things, and building confidence through training and hands-on experience. The Community building and sense of connection &/or belonging that comes from working with other dedicated volunteers within our local Scouting community. The Flexibility that we have affords the volunteer to engage as much as possible based on your availability, whether it's a few hours per week or occasional support for special events.

Join your son along the Scouting journey where you will experience first hand the life skills learning process which will forge his character during the formative teenage years of life.

Enjoy it even more by getting involved along side of your son! We have many open volunteer opportunities for this year and need as many adults as possible to help for these positions and more...

Assistant Scout Master
Committee chair mentee
Treasurer Co-chair
Secretary Co-chair
Communications Co-Chair
Fundraising Co-Chair
Popcorn Kernel
Recruitment Chair
Training coordinator
Youth Protection champion
Camping Chair
High Adventure chair
Religious emblem coordinator
Advancement / Membership Chair

Contact the Troop 194 committee chair, Homer Benavides 847.561.7524 to learn more information and become a leader in the scouting movement.