Awards

District Award of Merit

This is the highest honor a local district can bestow upon a volunteer. The award is presented to Scouters who render service of an outstanding nature at the district level. How districts accept nominations and present this award may vary. In addition to a plaque, certificate, and medal, a silver overhand knot on a blue background is presented to be worn on the uniform.

Pearcy Pearson

The Pearson “Hard Driver” Award honors Pearcy Pearson, a person who lived and loved Scouting. The Hard Driver Award is limited to adult Scouters registered and serving in a support role in the Baldwin District. It is presented to Scouters, who render service of outstanding nature, to the unit and district. The award is made available annually on the basis of three (3) per year.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Be a registered adult scouter in a support role (assistant scoutmaster, assistant Cubmaster, assistant den leader, troop/pack committee).
2.  Be an all-around “Good Example”.
3.  Show respect for boys and adults.
4.  Prove ability to carry out responsibilities of the registered position.
5. Be a lasting asset to the unit and district.
6. Have three (3) years of experience in the Baldwin District.
7. Be fully trained.
8. Render noteworthy community service or service to youth outside of scouting.

Den Leader Training

This award recognizes den leaders who have completed training, tenure, and performance requirements. It is available for Lion, Tiger, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos den leaders and can be earned in each position, but tenure must be completed separately for each award. In addition to a certificate and a medal, a yellow square knot on a blue background is available to wear on the uniform.

Scouter’s Training Award

This award can be presented to registered Cub Scout adult leaders who have two years’ tenure in the pack and have completed position-specific training and other performance requirements designed to encourage and recognize those who give of their resources to make the pack successful. Tenure does not need to be in the same position. In addition to a certificate and medal, a green square knot on a khaki background is available to wear on the uniform.

James E. West Award

Like many community organizations, Scouting requires financial support today and into the future. This award is presented to recognize those who have given at a particular level to local council endowment funds. To learn more about this and other awards associated with financial gifts to Scouting, contact your local council service center before submitting an application.

Veteran Scouter Recognition

After five years of registered service in Scouting America, an adult may, upon application, receive the designation of “Veteran.” There are additional veteran awards every five years.

Cubmaster’s Key

This award is for Cub Scout adult leaders with three years’ tenure—including at least two years as Cubmaster—who have completed training and other performance requirements. The Cubmaster’s Key is also a great way to incorporate a succession plan for Cubmaster. In addition to a certificate and medal, a green-and-white square knot on a khaki background is available to wear on the uniform.

Service Stars

Just as you recognize Cub Scouts with service stars, adult leaders are also eligible to receive these pins. After one year of service, an adult may be presented with a one-year service star. An adult who has been involved in Scouting as a youth or has been involved for more than five years is also eligible for the Veteran Award.

There is no application for this recognition. Service Stars can be purchased at your local Scout Shop: Click Here For Scout Shop Information

Interpreter Strip

Scouting is a worldwide organization that encourages youth and adults to share their culture and heritage with others. The interpreter strip informs others that you can communicate in a foreign language, American sign language, or Morse code. Youth and adults may wear this strip if they show their knowledge of a foreign language or the sign language for the hearing impaired by:

• Carrying on a five-minute conversation in this language
• Translating a two-minute speech or address
• Writing a letter in the language (does not apply to sign language)
• Translating 200 words from the written word

Adult Awards for Exceptional Service

Additional awards for adults for exceptional service in Scouting and in the community are also available.