Scout Shorts

Council Awards Reception & Ceremony!

Join us at the USC-Sumter Campus (Nettles Auditorium) on Sunday, February 25, 2024, 3:30 PM for the Indian Waters Council's Annual Awards Reception & Ceremony.

We will present the Silver Beaver Award (the highest volunteer honor at the council level), the BSA Alumnus of the Year, the Eagle Project of the Year, and many others. We will also recognize our 2023 Class of Eagle Scouts! Register here for the event.

* Recipients to be announced next week!

2023 Eagle Scouts to Be Recognized

All who achieve Scouting's highest honor in our council in 2023 are encouraged to attend the Annual Awards Reception & Ceremony (noted above) on February 25th as our guest! Sponsorships are also encouraged for those who wish to support an Eagle Scout.

Registration & information about the event can be found here.

Apply Here for Camp Barstow Staff!

Camp Barstow is looking to fill the ranks for counselors and staff for Summer 2024! Do you have what it takes to help and guide others along their Scouting journey? Apply Here!

Camp Barstow Filling Up, Fast!

March 1st is the deadline for the "Early Bird Discount" for Scouts BSA and Venturers at Camp Barstow. The popularity of its "Barstow Bundles" has elevated the camp on Lake Murray to national attention.

Click here to find out more about the Barstow Bundles and these incredible adventures for next June 9-15 or 16-22 or 23-29 or June 30-July 6, 2024, and Reserve your spot here.

Chicora District to Honor Eagle Scout President of Coastal Carolina University

Join us at The Dunes Golf and Beach Club on Thursday, February 22, 2024 as we honor Coastal Carolina University President, Dr. Michael Benson.

A celebration of Scouting in the Chicora District, the Mayors' Luncheon seeks to bring attention to difference makers in our area Scouting community. We hope to see you there!

Program Updates!

Cub Scout Program Updates Announced!

Scouts BSA announces Advancement Program Updates

YPT Overnight Participation Reminder

Upcoming Events!

Wilderness First Aid at Camp Coker - Jan 27

Law Merit Badge Day (Full) - Jan. 27

BALOO Training at Camp Coker - Feb 10-11, 2024

Winterfest - February 9-11, 2024 - Gatlinburg TN

OA Spring Fellowship at Camp Coker - March 8-10, 2024

12th Annual Henry Shelor District - BBQ Cook-Off

IOLS Training at Camp Coker - March 16-17, 2024

BALOO Training at Camp Barstow - March 16-17

Merit Badge University - March 23 - Lexington, SC

IOLS at Mission Lake - April 13-14, 2024

High Adventure Opportunities

Opportunities are available for Philmont and Sea Base for Summer 2024!

Interested? Email Scott Hagler

"Religious Relations Committee"

Being Organized

The Indian Waters Council is organizing a Religious Relations Committee. Its goal will be to bring awareness of the PRAY program, Messenger of Peace, conduct Unit Chaplain training, and oversee the Council Duty to God Award, among others.

If you are interested in serving on this committee or have questions, click here to contact Kenneth McIver.

Don't Be Caught in the Rain!

Did you know that the Hazardous Weather Training is required for all direct-contact leaders and it expires every 2 years? Unlike other position-specific training, Hazardous Weather does expire! Don't be taken by surprise, visit your my.scouting.org account and confirm your completion today!

Click here to learn more.

The Indian Waters Council serves our Scouting families and communities in 19 South Carolina counties: Bamberg, Calhoun, Chesterfield, Clarendon, Darlington, Dillon, Fairfield, Florence, Horry, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Marlboro, Marion, Orangeburg, Richland, Saluda, Sumter, and Williamsburg.