Council Awards and Recognition for Adults
Silver Beaver
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Elbert K Fretwell Outstanding Educator Award
Click here for more information about the Elbert K. Fretwell Outstanding Educator Award.
The Old North State Council presents at least one Fretwell Award per Scouting district annually. It may give more. The Fretwell Award is a council-level award only.
Elbert K. Fretwell Outstanding Educator Award Nomination Form
NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award
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NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award Nomination
Torch of Gold Award
The Torch of Gold award recognizes a Scout leader who provides exceptional service to Scouts with Special Needs.
Within the Old North State Council, the Torch of Gold Award is a council level award. Districts may nominate a person for this award. District may not present this award.
Click here to learn more about the Torch of Gold Award.
Special Needs Scouting Service Award
Volunteer leaders and professionals who complete the list of requirements are eligible to earn the Special Needs Scouting Award.
Multiple awards may be presented.
Click here to learn more about the Special Needs Scouting Service Award.
Special Needs Scouting Self-Nomination Form
Veterans Award
Veterans Award Nomination Form
Veterans Awards for 25 years or greater, will be presented at the council annual recognition banquet.
Veteran Awards for 20 years or less, will be presented at the appropriate district recognition banquet.
All veteran award nomination forms must be submitted to bud.harrelson@scouting.org by December 1.
Council Awards and Recognition for Scouts
Glenn A and Melinda W Adams National Outstanding Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award
Click here to learn more about the Adams National Outstanding Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award
NOTE: Nomination deadline is different than listed above. Nominations are due to bud.harrelson@scouting.org on January 31.
- Example: An Eagle Scout who completed an Eagle Board of Review in 2023, must have their nomination in by January 31, 2024.
- An Eagle Scout, parents, or any registered BSA volunteer (with the Eagle Scout’s permission) may submit Eagle Scout service projects to their local council for consideration.
Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award Nomination Form
District Awards and Recognitions
District Award of Merit Nomination Form
Each district has a different nomination deadline.
Direct questions to your district executive.
