George Vaux Memorial Award

The George Vaux Award is presented to the youth Vigil member of Wahpekute Lodge, Order of the Arrow, who has displayed outstanding service.  Criteria for selection in order of importance:

Scouting Spirit
Troop Service
Community Service
Lodge Service
Chapter Service
Rank
Years in Scouting
Lodge Office
Chapter Office

In memory of George Vaux, who gave 36 years service to Scouting. George was a Vigil member of the Order of the Arrow, received the District Award of Merit and the Silver Beaver award (1962).  He served Scouting as Scoutmaster, OA Advisor, Camping Committee Chairman, Roundtable Commissioner, and Leadership and Training Commissioner.

Once when asked how he became involved with Scouting, George replied, "Somebody wanted some help I guess."

Words of Steve Gulbranson, a former Scout from George Vaux's Troop, expresses the feeling of many Scouts and Scouters:
"I have always thought very highly of George, and I feel that I owe my Eagle Scout Award to his encouragement and leadership.  I have learned much from him because of his involvement in Scouts.  I have always hoped that I might also get involved with a local Scouting group when I put some roots down.  When I do, I've got some pretty big shoes to fill."

Past Recipients of the George Vaux Award