Awards Archives - Aaron On Scouting

Venturing Ranger Award has been updated to add new interests, enhance safety

December 10, 2025 0

The Ranger Award encourages high-adventure activities, such as backpacking, spelunking and whitewater rafting.

Meet the 2025 recipients of the Hillcourt Silver Medal

October 29, 2025 2

The “Green Bar Bill” Hillcourt Foundation created the Hillcourt Silver Medal to honor those who have dedicated a significant amount of time to preserving Scouting’s long and illustrious history.

At Philmont, Scouts are taking the pledge to conserve the environment then spreading the word when they get home

October 6, 2025 1

Julianna Munoz, Aarya Paraskar and Andrew Penrose all went to Philmont Scout Ranch this year to experience one of the most pristine, gorgeous wilderness areas in North America. They each returned home with so much more.

It is time to nominate deserving volunteers for the 2026 Silver Antelope Award

September 18, 2025 0

If you want to nominate someone for the 2026 Silver Antelope Award, now is the time.

A photo of the 2025 Woods Services Awards recipients

Let’s tip our caps to the latest recipients of the Woods Services Award

July 28, 2025 0

A volunteer from the Sam Houston Area Council and a volunteer from the Heart of America Council have been named by the Scouting America National Special Needs and Disabilities Committee as the 2025 recipients of the Woods Services Award.

Meet the 2025 recipients of the National Venturing Leadership Award

July 24, 2025 2

The National Venturing Leadership Award is given to youth and adults who have gone above and beyond in the Venturing program to make an impact nationally.

It is time to nominate deserving volunteers for the 2026 Silver Buffalo Award

July 14, 2025 0

The Silver Buffalo Award is Scouting’s highest volunteer commendation, and nominations are now being accepted for next year’s awards.

Scouting America names its 2025 National Alumnus of the Year

May 16, 2025 0

Scouting Alumni, the official alumni association of Scouting America, has named Michael Thompson of Greenville, South Carolina, its 2025 National Alumnus of the Year, as announced at the 2025 National Annual Meeting.

Scouting America recognizes the 2025 recipients of the Silver Buffalo Award, presented for distinguished service to youth

May 15, 2025 0

The 2025 recipients of the Silver Buffalo Award include volunteers from all over the country who have shaped almost every aspect of Scouting. Each of them has provided truly noteworthy and extraordinary service to youth.

Meet your 2025 Silver Buffalo, Silver Antelope classes

March 20, 2025 0

Scouting America volunteers help transform the lives of this country’s youth, preparing them to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes.