Troop 4 is first and foremost a Boy Scout run organization. We believe that the greatest growth and experience comes with provided opportunities for leadership and responsibility.

Adult participation is required to ensure the program’s goals can be achieved.

The Scout will get as much out of Scouting as he puts in to it. Family support and participation greatly contributes to a Scout’s advancement and interest.

In Columbia and the surrounding communities, academics, sports, music and other personal achievement goals can at times conflict with Troop 4 activities. We want our Scouts to take advantage of all opportunities. We encourage attendance at meetings and outings, but regular attendance is not mandatory in order to be a member.

As parents, Scout leaders, active adults or committee members, we want our boys to be well-rounded young men.

We have been fortunate in maintaining the size of our troop at about 25 Scouts. This affords personal attention from adult leaders and Scouts can form stronger bonds with their peers in a smaller setting.