In 1936, nearly 150 acres of property in beautiful Jo Daviess County were donated to the BSA. Since that initial gift made by the Koenig family of Freeport, thousands of young people have experienced The Spirit of Canyon Camp, hundreds of staff members and volunteers have served young people, and dozens of capital projects have been invested into this property for our program needs. The memories and relationships made on this land are priceless and must be preserved [Read More].