Awards & Training

Throughout my Scouting journey, I have been fortunate to receive recognition for my service and participate in leadership training opportunities that have shaped my approach to mentoring youth and supporting fellow volunteers.

These awards and experiences reflect a continuing commitment to the values of Scouting, leadership development, and service to others.

Awards & Recognitions

Eagle Scout

June 15, 1989

Earned the rank of Eagle Scout as a youth member of Troop 31 in Orem, Utah. The experience established a lifelong connection to Scouting and its principles of leadership, character, and service.

District Award of Merit

January 2019

Received the District Award of Merit in recognition of distinguished service to youth through district-level Scouting activities and leadership.

Unit Leader Award of Merit

August 2026

Recognized for service and leadership as Scoutmaster of Troop 685, reflecting a commitment to delivering a quality Scouting program and supporting youth leadership development.

Scoutmaster's Key

March 2021

Earned the Scoutmaster's Key in recognition of completing the required training, tenure, and performance requirements associated with service as a Scoutmaster.

Scouter's Training Award

March 2020

Earned the Scouter's Training Award through continued training, leadership, and service in the Scouting program.

Den Leader Training Award

August 2014

Recognized for service as a Cub Scout den leader, supporting the development of younger Scouts through advancement, activities, and character-building experiences.

Leadership Training & Staff Service

Wood Badge

Completed November 5, 2017

Scouting's advanced leadership training program for adult volunteers strengthened my skills in communication, team development, mentoring, and servant leadership.

Wood Badge Staff — Troop Guide

Fall 2023

Returned to Wood Badge as a Troop Guide, supporting adult participants as they developed leadership skills and applied the principles of teamwork and service.

National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)

Adult Staff, 2019–2025

Served in multiple adult staff positions with the Capitol Area Council's National Youth Leadership Training program, including Quartermaster and Assistant Scoutmaster assignments.

In Spring 2025, I served as Course Director, working alongside youth and adult staff to plan and deliver a youth-led leadership development experience.

These opportunities allowed me to mentor youth staff, support leadership training, and help participants develop skills they could bring back to their home units.

A Continuing Commitment to Learning

Training and recognition are important milestones, but their greatest value comes from applying what has been learned to serve others.

Whether mentoring Scouts, supporting volunteer leaders, or helping develop the next generation of youth leadership, I remain committed to learning, improving, and contributing to the Scouting movement.