For those of you who were not aware, I received an award last night from the Boy Scouts of America. This award is known as the Silver Beaver; it is the highest award an adult Scout leader can receive on a Council level. My Silver Beaver awards ceremony last night will be forever held as one of the defining moments in my life. I have been associated with the Boy Scouts of America for 30 years and have had some of the greatest experiences. I have climbed Mountains and paddled rivers and camped more nights than I can count. Though I am feeling pretty special right now, I pause to think about the 100 plus young men who I have had the privilege to hike and camp with. Most of those boys will never read this, but I still need to thank them first, for making my experience so fantastic.