Leadership Awards

The Silver Beaver Award

The Silver Beaver Award recognizes registered Scouters of exceptional character who have provided outstanding service to youth within the Council. Anyone may nominate any deserving registered Scouter to the council, which selects recipients for the following year. Introduced in 1931, the Silver Beaver Award is the highest council recognition awarded to registered adults.

The Venturing Leadership Award

The Venturing Leadership Award is presented by councils, areas, regions, and the BSA National Council to Venturers and Venturing Advisors who have made exceptional contributions to Venturing and who exemplify the Scout Oath and Scout Law. 

Sea Scout Leadership Award

The Sea Scout Leadership Award is presented by councils, territories, and the BSA National Council to Sea Scouts and Sea Scouters who have made exceptional contributions to Sea Scouting and who exemplify the Scout Oath, the Scout Law, and the Sea Scout Promise.

The nomination period for 2025 has ended.

Questions? Contact Your District Leadership