The highest honor a council can bestow on a volunteer is the Silver Beaver. Recipients of this award are registered Scouters who have impacted the lives of youth through service at the council level. How councils accept nominations and present this award may vary. In addition to a certificate and medal, recipients receive a white-and-blue square knot on a khaki background to wear on the uniform.
2026 Silver Beaver Nomination Information
The Silver Beaver Award is the highest honor Scouting Colorado can bestow upon a volunteer Scouter in recognition of distinguished service to youth. The nominees will be judged on their outstanding volunteer service with Scouting America and their overall service to other organizations within our community.
The nomination forms are reviewed by a committee comprised of previously selected Silver Beaver recipients. Final approval of the committee’s recommendations will be by the National Court of Honor.
In order to avoid disappointment, please do not reveal to the nominee that they are being considered for this award. Silver Beaver recipients will be notified by Certified Mail from the Council after the Silver Beaver Selection Committee has made its recommendations and final approval has been granted.
Eligibility:
Any registered Scouter with Scouting Colorado who is at least 21 years of age.
Nominating Procedures:
Candidates for this award must be nominated by peers. Self-nomination disqualifies candidates. A limit of 3 recommendation letters will be accepted. Nominations should include the application, 2-3 letters, and no pictures.
Deadline:
The nomination form must be emailed, mailed, or delivered no later than Monday, November 2nd, 2026, to:
Scouting Colorado
Alberto Rodriquez
10455 W 6th Avenue, Suite 100
Denver, CO 80215
alberto.rodriguez@scouting.org
*Please mark the envelope; Personal and Confidential
*Faxes will not be accepted
*Nominations received after 5:00 PM will not be considered for the 2026 Silver Beaver recognition.
