Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

  • The Palmetto Council Service Center and Scout Shop is located at 420 S. Church Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306. Phone Number is 864.585.4391 and email is Palmetto.ScoutShop@Scouting.org.

    Service Center Hours:

    Monday - Thursday - 9 AM to 6 PM

    Friday - 9 AM - 1 PM

    Scout Shop Hours:

    Monday - by appointment only

    Tuesday - Thursday - 9 AM to 6 PM

    Friday - by appointment only

  • Click here to see a staff contact list.

  • View the Council Calendar here.

    View the One Sheet Calendar here.

Registeration and Membership

  • New Scouts can register online here.

    For PDF Fillable of printable applications click here.

  • The cost to joining Scouting is currently $103. This covers the price of the program for twelve months. There is financial assistance available for those that need help covering the full costs. This application can be used for registration or uniforms. You can find more information here.

  • You can find a Scout Transfer Form here or you can contact the Council Registrar by calling 864.585.4391.

    There are also resources on how to do it from Scoutbook here.

Training Resources

  • You can find upcoming training events by viewing the Volunteer Leader Training Opportunities under the events tab on the home page of our website. Click here.

  • You can find more information on the training requirements here.

  • Are you interested in becoming a Scout Leader? Being a Scout Leader is a rewarding experince that you will not regret! We appreciate your dedication and support to Scouting. Click here to find more information, Contact your local Unit, or call the Council Service Center at 864.585.4391

Programs and Activities

  • You can view our Council Calendar here for a complete view of Scouting activities. Each year the Council plans several camping events for Scouts to enjoy. You can also use our facilities. Click here to find more information on Camp Conley Clarke and GOLS.

  • The events table on the navigation panel at the top will have links to the upcoming events with open registration.

  • You can find information on Scout Advancement and Merit Badges by visiting the National Scouting America website here.

  • Make sure to visit our Ideal Year of Scouting Tab under leaders on the navigation panel. You can also access it here. The page has everything you need to plan your ideal year of Scouting.

Health and Safety

  • Scouting America requires certain forms depending on the type of Scout activity. You can find Health and Medical Forms here.

  • You can find information on Youth Protection Training here.

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Advancement and Recogition

Financial Support and Fundraising

  • You can find info on Popcorn here and Scouting Adventure Cards here.

  • There are restrictions and guidelines for Units wanting to fundraise on their own outside of Council product sales. You can find more information and the forms here.

  • Scouts can apply for assistance to help cover the costs of summer camp, registration fees, uniform costs. etc. Click here to download our specific assistance form. This form can be used to provide families with financial assistance with the fee to join the local Scouting program.

    You can find an online assistance form here.

Communication and Support

  • Please subsribe to our newsletter and weekly leader updates here.

  • Please contact your District Executive and he or she can guide you in the right direction. You can find their information here. You may also call out service center at 864.941.6490.

  • Most Roundtables are the second Thursday of the month except for June, July, August, and October (usually). You can find the year calendar here.