BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

Pacific Coast

District Recognition Banquet

Saturday, February 10, 2024 

11am - 2 pm

The Dinning Hall at

The Outdoor School at Rancho Alegre

2680 Highway 154

Santa Barbara, CA 93115

What is the Pacific Coast District Recognition Banquet?

The scouting program is only possible as a result of the contributions of volunteers at the unit and district level, and the District Recognition Banquet is an opportunity to acknowledge their merits and contributions. Awards such as the District Award of Merit, Unit Leader Training Awards, Scout of the Year, and more will be presented to outstanding unit and district volunteers. 

Registration costs $30 for adults and $20 for youth (under 12 years of age). 

Lunch Menu: Lasagna or Fettucine Alfredo, Salad, and Garlic Bread

We look forward to seeing you there!

Yours in Scouting,
Your Pacific Coast District Recognition Committee
 

Award Descriptions & Requirements 

District Award of Merit
This award is available to Scouters who render service of an outstanding capacity at the district level. It is the highest honor that the district may bestow on a Scouter. The District Award of Merit is a council award presented by districts in the same manner that the Silver Beaver is a national award presented by councils.
 

Jack Cantin Pacific Coast District Scout of the Year Award

Jack Cantin was an Eagle Scout in Troop 33, until he was lost in the Montecito mudslide in 2018 at age 17. Jack exemplified Scout Spirit and truly lived by the Scout Oath and Law. In Jack’s memory, we recognize a deserving Scout (registered in Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing, or Sea Scouts) as the Pacific Coast District Scout of the Year.

Spark Plug Award
Every unit has a registered adult leader that provides the “spark” that keeps the Scouting program on track. Each unit determines their own guidelines for their unit, but some examples of activities deserving this special recognition are: organizing and leading a major unit event; organizing and maintaining unit records; assisting and training new adult leaders; or contributing more to the unit in their role than was required or expected.

Commissioner's Grit Award

Commissioner Teams often have at least one Commissioner who demonstrates exceptional “grit” under challenging or adverse circumstances, although they may not seek attention or recognition. Some examples of activities deserving this special recognition are: dedication and continuing participation while facing personal or health challenges (even if they are not currently able to fulfill all of the "duties" of their Commissioner position), remaining a member of the Commissioner Team after moving out of the region, and exceptional efforts to prevent units from disbanding. 

Veteran Awards

Scouting offers a Veteran Award to recognize individual members for their tenure in Scouting. These awards are presented once every 5 years.

Knots Awarded at the District Level

Most scout uniforms have a few Knot patches sewn above the left pocket. Each of these knots have their own requirements, and an extensive list can be found here. Some of the Knots that are presented at the District Recognition Banquet include:

• Unit Leader Award of Merit
• Den Leader's Training Award
• Scouter's Training Award