The Silver Beaver Award is the highest recognition a Scout council can bestow. Introduced in 1931, it is awarded for distinguished service within a council by registered adult Scouters of exceptional character and is given to those who implement the Scouting program and perform community service through hard work, self-sacrifice, dedication, and many years of service.
The Silver Beaver Award is given to those who do not seek it. To receive the Award, a Scouter must be nominated by a registered Scouter on a Nomination Form provided by the National Office. Recommendation Letters are encouraged to be included with submitted Nomination Forms. The number of Awards that can be given each year is based on the number of units in the council. The Virginia Headwaters Council may bestow two Silver Beaver Awards annually.
Please take time to nominate those Scouters who warrant recognition for their distinguished record of service. Completed nomination forms may be submitted via email along with any letters of recommendation to silverbeaver@virginiaheadwaters.org.
All nominations must be received by November 30th.
