Recently the Tustumena District, Great Alaska Council, Boy Scouts of America, held its Annual Awards Dinner in Kenai. Adult Scout leaders gathered to reflect on the past year of accomplishments, discuss upcoming events, and recognize outstanding leadership. John Lubbers, Assistant Scout Executive from the Great Alaska Council, spoke about new programs in Scouting and Dr. Lynn Carlson delivered the keynote address, “A Scout is physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.”
Honored with Awards for Outstanding Leadership in Cub Scout Programs were Cynthia Farrer, Pack 152; Jon and Michelle Teates and Jon and Megan Wohlers, Pack 611; Keith Pieh, Pack 669; and Lisa Henderson, Pack 151. Awards for Outstanding Leadership in Boy Scout Programs were Marvin Frederickson, Troop 669, and Sterling Rasmussen, Troops 562 and 151. Additionally, the Boy Scouts of America awarded Dr. Lynn Carlson and Stan Steadman District Awards of Merit for outstanding service to youth.
We wish to express our deep appreciation to all Scout leaders in the District for working so hard to provide area youth an outstanding scouting experience.