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Local resident receives highest award for outstanding service to Scouting
posted: Jan. 23, 2015
Chuck Fairchild II, Scoutmaster of Troop 109, received the Silver Beaver Award for his outstanding service to Scouting. The award is the highest recognition that Crossroads of America Council, BSA may bestow on a volunteer and dates back to 1931. Fairchild is among 15 volunteers who received the award this year.
Chuck Fairchild II
image courtesy of Troop 109
"Taking time to recognize the dedication of our volunteers is important," said Patrick Sterrett, Scout Executive, Crossroads of America Council, Boy Scouts of America. "Receiving the Silver Beaver Award is an honor. It takes hard work, self-sacrifice, dedication over many years of service."
Fairchild's extensive Scouting involvement was highlighted in 2009 and 2013 when he became District Scoutmaster of the Year. His nomination was also focused on his participation in more than 30 Eagle Scout projects as a mentor and volunteer.
Beyond Scouting, Fairchild has dedicated his time to the National Electric Contractors Association, Indianapolis Colts and Englewood Christian Church. He is currently president of Fairchild Communication Systems Inc.
Boy Scouts of America is a youth development organization that's designed to prepare young people to make ethical and moral decisions throughout their lifetimes. The goals of Scouting consist of citizenship training, character development and personal fitness. Throughout the Boy Scout program, young people are encouraged to advance through ranks by fulfilling requirements in the areas of leadership, service and outdoor skills. To get more information on Scouting call (317) 813-7125 or visit www.crossroadsbsa.org