The Leader's Leader- Dr. Don Fitch

Council President Don Miller presents Dr. Don Fitch of Troop 411 with the certificate as the Hiawathaland Council's Hall of Leadership recipient. The Hall of Leadership is a project of the 100th Anniversary Committee to recognize outstanding leaders in Scouting. Nationally, over 7000 leaders were nominated. In the Hiawathaland Council, there were 17 nominees of which 12 were selected for national competition. Dr. Fitch was one of 300 selected nationally.

Don began as a Scout leader with Troop 411 of Escanaba in the early 1970s and has continued serving since then. Over 40 young men earned the Eagle Award under his leadership including his 3 sons. He had been very involved in Woodbadge training, Philmont treks, and the Mackinac Island Scout Service Troop. He is an exemplary Scouter in every way.

Tom and Jackson report

Before the recent Court of Honor at Troop 411, Tom Conine (left) and Jackson Ciofu enthusiastically spoke about their experiences serving on the staff of the National Jamboree. Tom was with the service corps and Jackson staffed the Technology Quest.

Farewell to Joe & Sue Erickson

Joe Erickson's retirement from professional Scouting was marked by an outpouring of appreciation, respect, and love for a couple who have contributed decades of service to young people in Scouting and especially the campers and staff at Camp Hiawatha. At a reception in the Snowshoe Lodge, Joe and Sue heard accolades from scores of friends in the crammed building.

Although Joe is retiring from full-time Scouting, he will continue to be involved in Scouting and making improvements at Camp Hiawatha.

Joe and Doc Jewell at the reception.

Sue makes her entrance.

Joe reflects on his years in Scouting.

Area Vice President Larry Tomlinson salutes Joe.

Bill Davis presents a gift from the Camp Committee.

Meritorious Matt

Matt Morgan receives the District Award of Merit from Copper Country chairman Kirt Schott. Matt gave exceptional leadership as Scoutmaster of National Jamboree Troop 1233 this summer. He served 4 years as Scoutmaster of Troop 209 and the last 2 years as Assistant Scoutmaster. He is Wood Badge trained.
Congratulations, Matt!

Mackinac Island Board of Review

Mackinac Island is a special place for many people, but it will always be especially memorable to Lucas and Jacob since they completed their Eagle Scout Boards of Review while serving on the Island with the Mackinac Island Scout Service Troop. Lucas (in the top picture) and Jacob of Troop 578 in Hermansville are shown with the members of their Boards of Review.