Indian Waters Council, Scouting America

The mission of Indian Waters Council, Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts) to prepare youth (boys & girls) for life. The Indian Waters Council provides youth programs designed to strengthen character, develop good citizenship, and promote physical fitness across 19 Central South Carolina Counties: Bamberg, Calhoun, Chesterfield, Clarendon, Darlington, Dillion, Fairfield, Florence, Horry, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Marion, Marlboro, Orangeburg, Richland, Saluda, Sumter, and Williamsburg

The Foundation of Scouting

Scout Oath: On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.

Scout Law: A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent.

Scout Mission: The mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law.

Scouting activities include weekly meetings, summer camps, and weekend events. Cub Scouts: Boys and girls (1st-5th grade), year-round, family-centered programs for character development and fitness. Scouts BSA: Boys and girls (11-17), outdoor programs and leadership. Venturing: Co-ed (14-21), youth-led leadership and outdoor activities. Exploring: Co-ed (14-20), career exploration. Camp Barstow: Year-round Scout camp on Lake Murray, Saluda. Camp Coker: Year-round Scout camp, Society Hill. Scoutreach: Programs for at-risk youth emphasizing literacy, health, and community.

Testimonials

My Scouting Story by Andy A., Elgin, SC

Scouts BSA has always been part of my life. My father was one of the first Eagle Scouts of Troop 287 in Columbia, SC. I joined scouting in 2016 as a high school freshman. On my first camping trip, I was inexperienced despite being one of the oldest scouts. Early on, I took on leadership roles, guiding my troop for two and a half years. Scouting taught me lifelong skills and boosted my confidence. It improved my social skills, helped me build lasting relationships, and prepared me for jobs as a lifeguard and swim instructor. Now, I look forward to serving as an Assistant Scoutmaster and Merit Badge Counselor.