Digger Award

NOTICE: THE DIGGER AWARD IS TAKING A BREAK AND WILL RETURN WITH NEW CRITERIA AND APPLICATION FORM! STAY TUNED!!!

In recognition of exceptional dedication and exemplary service to the Armadillo District and our local community, we proudly present the “Digger Award” – District Unit Recognition.

This honor celebrates a unit (Pack, Troop, Crew, Ship, Post) that has consistently gone above and beyond to provide outstanding Scouting program for youth and an exceptional volunteer experience for parents. Through their active involvement in District trainings, Family Friends of Scouting, Roundtable discussions, and District events, they have demonstrated unparalleled commitment and leadership.

“Armadillo as a totem animal belongs to those who help others find their way”. The district believes those who have met the requirements are doing just that.

NOTE: This award is specific to the Armadillo District and is available to any registered Unit (Pack, Troop, Crew, Ship, Post) in the Armadillo District.

Requirements

1. Training: All registered adult leaders in the unit have current YPT and all required leaders have completed Leader Specific Training (this includes all leaders in a direct youth position, the committee chair, and at least two committee members).
   
   

2. Planned Program: The unit has a program calendar for the year and has conducted six highlight activities (such as hikes, campouts, trips, tours, Pinewood Derby, etc.). Exception for Packs – conduct two highlight activities during the year.

3. Friends of Scouting: The unit has identified an FOS Champion. This Champion attends the Finance Chair meetings. The Champion has kept in communication with the Friends of Scouting Family Chair. The Champion has held a FOS presentation in their unit.

4. District Events:  The unit has attended at least one District Event for the year and has participated in hosting a game or leading advancement during the event. Exception for Packs – attend at least one District Event during the year.

5. Membership Retention/Growth:  The unit renewed its charter on time with an equal or greater number of youths registered over a year ago. Packs have a Membership Champion who attended our District Join Scouting Night Training and hosted a recruiting event; Troops, crews, and ships must hold at least one recruiting event.

6. Roundtable: The unit has had multiple adult volunteers attend Roundtable at least 8 times in the last year. The unit must have at least 3 adult volunteers attend at least one meeting.

Download this pdf nomination form.

Send competed forms to our District Executive, Amara Davis at Amara.Davis@scouting.org.