- Fishing Derby (Cub Scouts, Webelos, Boy Scouts, Venturers)
Programs
Schools, religious groups, civic organizations and small groups have found the Eagle Conference Center to be a perfect facility to run a wide variety of programs. From week-long retreats and planning conferences to family reunions, the conference center is able to provide the facilities you require, all within close range to some of the Laurel Highlands most well-known attractions.
Council-Run Programs
The Eagle Conference Center hosts a variety of council-supported programs, including four Winter Weekends, Fishing Derby, College of Commissioner Science and the Order of the Arrow Winterfest.
Winter Weekends
Come and enjoy the unparalleled beauty of the Laurel Highlands this winter at Heritage Reservation. There are opportunities for Cub Scouts, Webelos, Boy Scouts and Venturers. Learn more about the Winter Weekends here.
Fishing Derby
Prepare yourself for a tremendous outdoor adventure. Open to Cub Scouts, Webelos, Boy Scouts, Venturers and their parents/guardians. We promise a great weekend at a super price! Learn more about the Fishing Derby here.
Scouting Programs
The Eagle Conference Center is a perfect place to run a Scouting program. Units have used the conference center for leader retreats, youth planning conferences, high adventure shake-downs and as a staging area for attractions in the Laurel Highlands.
Fort Necessity National Battlefield
The battle at Fort Necessity in the summer of 1754 was the opening action of the French and Indian War. This war was a clash of British, French and American Indian cultures. It ended with the removal of French power from North America. The stage was set for the American Revolution. Fort Necessity offers a variety of programs for Scouts. These programs were developed to integrate with Scouting programs and badge requirements. Visit the Fort Necessity National Battlefield website here.
Laurel Caverns
Pennsylvania’s largest cave, Laurel Caverns is located a short drive from Heritage. The cavern itself is situated beneath a 435 acre geological park. Laurel Caverns has excellent Scout activities including spelunking, climbing and rappelling. Visit the Laurel Caverns website here.
Nemacolin Woodlands
Whether you’re four or eighty-four, whether you’re looking for games of skill, an adrenaline rush or simply a new challenge, Nemacolin Woodlands Resort offers an incredible variety of activities enabling you to have the time of your life! Visit the Nemacolin Woodlands website here.
Ohiopyle State Park
Located at the southern reaches of the Laurel Ridge, Ohiopyle State Park encompasses 20,500 acres of rugged natural beauty and serves as the gateway to the Laurel Highlands. Offering vast choices of activities oincluding hiking biking and whitewater rafting. Visit the Ohiopyle State Park website here.
Wilderness Voyageurs
Ohiopyle PA is your adventure central: Whitewater rafting, mountain biking, eating and shopping is just the beginning. Top notch kayaking and fly fishing aren’t to be missed either. Wilderness Voyageurs has been helping people enjoy Ohiopyle State Park and The Laurel Highlands in SW Pennsylvania for over 44 years. Visit the Wilderness Voyageurs website here.
