Boy Scouts of America® Gulf Stream Council

Indian River District

About

Welcome to the Indian River District, the northernmost district in the Gulf Stream Council, Providing service to all Scouting Units in Indian River County. We have over 300 scouts across 5 Cub Scout Packs, 5 BSA Boy Troops, 2 BSA Girl Troops, and 1 Sea Scout Ship. Nestled within our district is the remarkable Camp Oklawaha, a haven of outdoor excitement and a hub for unforgettable scouting experiences.

To find out more about what's going on in the Indian River District, please join our group on Facebook at Indian River District - Gulf Steam Council

Indian River District Committee

The Indian River District Committee plays a pivotal role in supporting all Scouting units in our region. We concentrate on membership, finance, and program aspects, which include organizing new units, coordinating recruitment, aiding in fundraising campaigns to support the Council's budget, and enhancing unit programs with camping, special activities, community service, leader training, and youth advancement opportunities.

Our district meetings are scheduled for the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m., held at Living Lord Lutheran Church; located on 58th Street in Vero Beach.

If you're interested in joining our District Committee, please reach out to our District Chair for more information and to get involved. Contact Ruth Swanson; District Chair (ruthann24_2000@yahoo.com)

Indian River District Commissioner Corps

The Indian River District Commissioner Corps is here to directly support Pack, Troop, and Crew leaders, acting as a valuable bridge to District Committee resources in ensuring a top-notch unit program. Our Commissioners offer diverse assistance, from coaching unit leaders to lending an extra hand, aiding in charter renewal, and providing solutions for unit enhancement and achievement.

Our commissioner meetings are scheduled for the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. after our District Meetings, held at Living Lord Lutheran Church; located on 58th Street in Vero Beach.

If you're eager to share your Scouting expertise with other Packs, Troops, or Crews, reach out to Nancy Faillace, our District Commissioner. (nmfnurse525@msn.com)

Indian River District Roundtable

Our Indian River District Roundtable meetings are a vital forum for scout leaders, parents, committee members, & etc. to gather, collaborate, and share their knowledge and experiences. Each month, we focus on and discuss a different topic to provide you with all the knowledge and info we can, whether it's exciting program ideas, training opportunities, or strategies to enhance the scouting journey for our youth. Join us at our next Roundtable meeting to be part of this dynamic exchange of ideas and resources.

Our Roundtable meetings are scheduled for the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m., held at Living Lord Lutheran Church; located on 58th Street in Vero Beach.

Our Roundtable Commissioners are Laurie Beckett; Scouts BSA Roundtable Commissioner & Ben Goss; Cub Scout Roundtable Commissioner.