Hudson in St. Croix County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
In the Summer of 1910
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, October 28, 2010
1. In the Summer of 1910 Marker
In the summer of 1910, about two miles south of Hudson on the Wisconsin shore of the St. Croix River, 85 boys and several adults held an experimental week of camp to try out a new youth program called "Boy Scouts". This first Scouting camp in the upper Midwest was only months after the Boy Scouts of America was formed, and only a week after the first Scout Camp in upstate New York. This Hudson experiment was followed by the formation of thousands of Scout Units over the years in the Midwest. Scouting has contributed to the character of our youth and adults, which has enhanced the quality of the life in Hudson, its parks, and its families. Because of this early camp-out, Hudson is regarded as historically significant in the founding and growth of Scouting.
Erected 2009.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations. A significant historical date for this entry is September 20, 1936.
Location. 44° 58.494′ N, 92° 45.551′ W. Marker is in
this page online
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Hudson Toll Bridge (within shouting distance of this marker); 112 Walnut Street (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Louis Massey (approx. half a mile away); Bicentennial Monument (approx. 3.3 miles away in Minnesota); World War Memorial (approx. 3.4 miles away in Minnesota); The St. Croix River Valley / Welcome to Minnesota (approx. 3.4 miles away in Minnesota); Building a Bridge (approx. 4.7 miles away in Minnesota); St. Croix Crossing (approx. 4.7 miles away in Minnesota). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hudson.
Also see . . . Scouting. Wikidedia entry. (Submitted on November 22, 2010.)
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, June 21, 2013
2. In the Summer of 1910 Marker
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, June 21, 2013
3. Scouting Statue and Marker
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, October 28, 2010
4. Scouting Statue and Marker
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, October 28, 2010
5. Scouting Statue and Marker
Inscription on the back of the stone: "Scouting... Good For Life [scouting symbol] An American Tradition Since 1910"
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, October 28, 2010
6. Donor Recognition Plaque
contributions added to the success of this project.
[contributors]
Photographed By Keith L, June 10, 2011
7. Missing Summer of 1910 Plaque
As can be seen here, the marker was missing temporarily.
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, June 21, 2013
8. Nearby St. Croix River
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on November 22, 2010, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 654 times since then and 59 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on November 22, 2010, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. 2, 3. submitted on June 25, 2013, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. 4, 5, 6. submitted on November 22, 2010, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. 7. submitted on June 14, 2011, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. 8. submitted on June 25, 2013, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.
