The year 2010 was the 100th anniversary of Boys Scouts of America and it was the 17th and final year for the Great Plains District which serves Plano and Wylie. In 2012 this region will be two districts of the BSA, the Northern Lights District and the Golden Arrow District.

Accordingly, the 17th Annual District Recognition Dinner on January 6 in Plano was the last for Great Plains District. More than 300 scouters were on hand to honor this year's class of Eagle Scouts which included 151 new Eagles from 36 area Troops and Crews.

Great Plains chairman John Stone will continue in that role for the new Golden Arrow District and David Downs will chair the Northern Lights District.

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View a list of the 2012 Eagle Scouts here.

The Awards

Four Scouters received the Silver Beaver Award which recognizes outstanding longtime service to youth. Receiving the honor from the Circle Ten Council were John Stone, Robert Phillips, Ramsay Ellis, and John Copley.

The District Award of Merit is presented for service beyond the expectation of duty, noteworthy service to youth, and service to youth outside of Scouting. Recognitzed for 2010 were Jay Dalehite, Jan-Michael Kolodoski, Ramsay Ellis, John Copley, Mike Black, Bill Hemenway, and Gregor Ulteig.

A Special Award went to 17-year veteran Scouter Genny White. Better know as the "Tiger Lady" and responsible for the success of the Tiger Mania program for younger Scouts, Genny has played a major role in the growth of the Great Plains District.

The Dick Shaw Award highlights the most outstanding projects done by the new Eagles. Cited this year for their projects were Michael Hodge, Maxwell Weiner, Jonathan Popa, Michael Durbin, and William Stricklin.

Tops in popcorn sales for 2010 was Noah Orta whose sales hit $10,148. Best in Camp Card sales was Sean Metcalfe selling 450 cards.

Two Scouters received the Al Lee Service Award for their extensive service to the district and example of high ethical standards. John Stone presented the awards to Paul White and Doug Latimer.—Mike Newman



1 / Scout leaders line up to congratulate the newest Eagles.
2 / Tiger Lady Genny White was cited for her 17-year commitment to the Tiger Cub program.
3 / Members of Troop 181 present the colors.
4 / Dick Shaw Award recipients Jonathon Popa, Michael Durbin, Michael Hodge, Maxwell Weiner, and William Stricklin
5 / 2011 Eagle Scout Bryan Bashrum.
6 / Gregor Ulteig steps forward and is recognized for his Award of Merit.
7 / Emcee Paul Nolte.
8 / The 2012 chairman of the newly formed Northern Lights District, David Downs.