A Scout tells the truth. They are honest, and they keep their promises. People can depend on the Scout…

As a leader, a Scout can be true to their word by performing that which is entrusted to them at camp, to excel in all that they do, to learn from their fellows, and to obey that which they have sworn – to live by the Scout Oath and Law.

A Scout is true to their family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and nation…

Through their remembrance of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice during evening retreat, or through helping a fellow patrol member with a merit badge, a Scout reaps the lessons of loyalty at camp.

A Scout cares about other people. They willingly volunteer to help others without expecting payment or reward…

Whether it’s at an OA service weekend, patrol project or the countless other Scouts and Scouters who come to HSR to help on random weekends, all find opportunities to assist their camps and, by extension, their fellow man.

A Scout is a friend to all. They are a brother to other Scouts. They offer their friendship to people of all races and nations, and respects them even if their beliefs and customs are different from their own…

Those who come to HSR are as diverse as the wildlife there, but each leaves knowing they’ve felt welcome as a brother.

A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. They know that using good manners makes it easier for people to get along…

From simple dining hall etiquette to waiting in line to scale the C.O.P.E. tower, there is much to be done at Horseshoe Scout Reservation and all must take care that their fellows’ needs are met as well. 

A Scout knows there is strength in being gentle. They treat others as they want to be treated. Without good reason, they do not harm or kill any living thing…

It’s somewhat easier to promote the necessity of kindness to the environment when the outdoors is your playground, but HSR also endows the lessons of fairness and kindness to one’s fellows as Scouts go about the business of achievement. 

A Scout follows the rules of their family, school, and troop. They obey the laws of their community and country. If they think these rules and laws are unfair, they try to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than disobeying them…

Scouting is a structured program, and camping at HSR is the ideal model of that structure.  Scouts learn the necessities of obeying their leaders and the set rules of safety and achievement in order to thrive in this structure. 

A Scout looks for the bright side of life. They cheerfully do tasks that come their way. They try to make others happy…

Not even a rainy day should dampen the uplifting mood of a day at HSR, for the people and the sights are some of the brightest of all.

A Scout works to pay their own way and to help others. They save for the future. They protect and conserve natural resources. They carefully uses time and property…

Besides managing one’s allowance for an entire week at camp, a Scout can learn skills of thriftiness in various areas from Campcraft, Handicraft… even Shooting Sports (reloading shotgun shells)!

A Scout can face danger although they are afraid. They have the courage to stand for what they think is right even if others laugh at them or threaten them… 

There are many opportunities for a Scout to test their mettle at HSR.

A Scout keeps their body and mind fit and clean. They choose the company of those who live by high standards. They help keep their home and community clean…

It goes without saying that any time spent in the outdoors is going to get messy; the trick is finding ways to uphold this point of the Scout Law.

A Scout is reverent toward God. They are faithful in their religious duties. They respect the beliefs of others…

Besides having some incredible views in which to praise His works, a Scout finds many opportunities to fulfill their duty to God at HSR.