Merit Badge University Spirit Stick

The establishment of the MBU Scout Spirit Award is intended to accomplish an important objective. The award is intended as a way for Merit Badge University to recognize those Scouts who are really involved in , those who are doing the right things, and those who personify Scout Spirit.

Each Troop can submit one nominee each year to a special committee established by the Merit Badge University. Applications will be accepted between May 1 and July 8, 2018. The committee will complete the judging and selection process by Merit Badge University and the winner will be formally recognized at the Award Ceremony held on Sunday morning during MBU.

Criteria for receiving the award will include such things as living the Scout Oath and Law, Scout Spirit, Rank Advancement, Merit Badge work, attendance at summer camp, leadership positions, high adventure activities, leadership training as a participant or on staff, and community service work. Scouts who want to participate must complete the attached application.

This is an excellent way to keep your Scouts’ spirits soaring high and provide you an additional recognition opportunity. Please cover this information with your Scouts so they can be prepared to apply for the award.

Submit completed application to: Overland Trails Council Merit Badge University Awards PO Box 1361 Grand Island, Nebraska 68802

Form can also be emailed to [email protected]

Application For The MBU Scout Spirit Stick Award (Please print or type.)

Name of Scout

Address

City State Zip

Telephone & Area Code

Troop Number Troop Charter Organization

Date became a Boy Scout Number of Years as a

Current Rank and Date Obtained # Merit Badges Earned

Excellent Good Poor Unknown Regular attendance at unit meetings and activities Courteous and considerate Sharing of duties and responsibilities Leadership in observed activities Attendance at religious observances Active in community activities outside Scouting

Order of the Arrow Member Yes ❏ No ❏ O/A Brotherhood ❏ O/A Vigil ❏ Current Position of Leadership Previous Positions of Leadership Leadership Training Completed Awards or Other Achievements Summer Camps Attended High Adventure Activities Other Information

Scoutmaster Approval Please provide the awards committee a brief paragraph regarding the qualities, character, etc. of your troop nominee for the Spirit Award. You may use this form or use a separate page.

Scoutmaster Signature Troop Committee Approval