OPERATION ICICLE 2027 - SCOUTS BSA

Stranger Items: Into the Sideways

A mysterious rift has opened between our world and a strange alternate dimension known as the Sideways—and it’s up to the Scouts to uncover what lies beyond!

Step into the unknown as a brave explorer. Navigate unusual environments, solve mysterious puzzles, and work together to discover the secrets of the Sideways. The clock is ticking, and the fate of our world may depend on your courage, teamwork, and quick thinking!

• Event Date: (Friday-Sunday) January 8-10, 2027
• Time: Check- in at 5pm on Friday   Check-out-Sunday at 2:00pm 
• Cost: Scouts Bsa Fee -  Early Fee: $100      Registration Fee: $115 (starts 12/28/2026)
• Meals: Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sunday breakfast and lunch. 
• Operation Icicle Sweatshirts are available to purchase. Cost is $35  Deadline to purchase is Dec. 28, 2026.
• Registation closes on Sunday, January 3, 2027

Each Scout attending can pick 1 of these merit badges to work on:

1. Citizenship in the Community
2. Citizenship in the Nation
3. Citizenship in the World
4. Communication
5. Emergency Preparedness
6. Engineering
7. First Class Trail
8. Personal Management
9. Snow Sports
10. Wilderness Survival