Dear scouts, parents and leaders of Troop 417,

Last spring, Troop 417 created the Chip Furlong Award as a way to honor the long-term commitment of our former scoutmaster to our troop and to the scouting movement. Each year, we will choose a scout who best embodies Chip's commitment to scouting, dedication to his community and zest for life and award that young man $100 that he can use for any scouting-related purchase -- that could include dues, summer camp fees, or even new equipment that can be used on troop outings.

The committee of Troop 417 is now accepting nominations for this award.

 To be considered, a boy should be a leader in the troop -- not by position, necessarily, but in the way he lives his life. He should follow the Scout Law and the Scout Oath, and he should be someone other scouts look up to. He should be positive, someone whose presence makes Troop 417 a better place. Any active scout of Troop 417 is eligible.

Please forward your nominations to the troop's committee by e-mailing them to committeemembers@troop417.com no later than Nov. 22.

The committee will select a recipient, who will be awarded the Chip Furlong Award at our December Court of Honor.

If you have any questions, please contact any committee member.