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Biographies for the 2007 Nominees
These are the twenty-three nominees announced at the
2006 Winter Fellowship Banquet. The ceremony for the Vigil Honor
will be performed at the Spring Conclave. For more information
about the banquet,
click here. For biographies of the 2006 recipients,
click here. For the booklet of the 2005 recipients,
click here.
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book from the banquet.
Ethan Armstrong
An Eagle Scout with three palms, Ethan Armstrong has shown tremendous
dedication to the Order of the Arrow. He has been an Elangomat,
assisted with service projects and camp promotion, and has been on
ceremonial teams for four years. He has served his chapter as Banquet
Chairman and First Vice Chief, and he currently serves as Chapter
Chief and Lodge Dance Team Chairman. He has attended section conclaves
and two National Order of the Arrow Conferences. Ethan has also worked
one year on Council Summer Camp Staff and numerous years on klondike
and camporee staffs. For his selfless service to the Order and camping
program, we proudly nominate Ethan Armstrong for the Vigil Honor.
Barry Bingham
Eagle Scout and Scouter Barry Bingham epitomizes the principles of
Scouting and the Order of the Arrow. He has served as an adult leader
for the past 15 years, the past few of which he spent as Eagle Program
Adviser in two troops. Within the Council, he has served as a Wood
Badge Course Director, a National Jamboree Scoutmaster, and a National
Jamboree Contingent Leader. In the summer of 2007, he will lead a
troop to the World Jamboree in England. For his enduring service to
Scouting and the camping program, we proudly nominate Barry Bingham
for the Vigil Honor.
Caleb Canepari
Caleb Canepari is a dedicated and important contributor to the Order
of the Arrow and the Scouting program. Caleb served as a leader in his
troop through multiple summer camps. In service to the district, he
has worked on numerous camporee and klondike staffs. For his chapter,
he has been an active ceremonialist and served as the First Vice
Chief. Caleb currently serves as the Lodge Recording Secretary. He has
served the Council by working as a member of the summer camp staff for
two years and has also served as the summer camp Order of the Arrow
Coordinator. For his continued service to the Order of the Arrow and
the Scouting program, we cheerfully nominate Caleb Canepari for the
Vigil Honor.
Philip Combs
Scouter Phil Combs has shown continuous service to the Order of the
Arrow and the camping program. He has served his troop as unit leader
and he currently serves the chapter as Chapter Adviser. He has shown
dedication to his district’s camping program through his service on
numerous camporee and klondike staffs. Phil has served on staff at
National Jamborees, section conclaves, and National Order of the Arrow
Conferences. He has been a member of his district’s Eagle Board for a
number of years. For his tireless service to Scouting and the Order of
the Arrow, we proudly nominate Philip M. Combs for the Vigil Honor.
Michael Cooper
Eagle Scout Michael Cooper has shown dedication to the Order of the
Arrow. He has been an Elangomat, worked on service projects and camp
promotion, and has been on ceremonial teams. He has served his chapter
as Secretary and Vice Chief, and he currently serves as the Lodge
Treasurer. He has attended section conclaves and the National Order of
the Arrow Conference. Mike has worked one year on Council Summer Camp
Staff and numerous years on camporee and klondike staffs. For his
dedicated service to the Order and camping program, we proudly
nominate Michael Cooper for the Vigil Honor.
Peter Dubrowski
Eagle Scout Peter Dubrowski has tirelessly demonstrated his dedication
to the Order of the Arrow and the Scouting program. Peter has served
his chapter as both Chief and First Vice Chief. He has also held the
position of Chapter Induction Enrichment Chairman. He has provided
leadership through his participation in numerous ceremonial teams,
camp promotions, and service projects. Peter has also provided
leadership in various positions on klondike and camporee staffs. For
his dedication to his Scout troop, district, and chapter, we nominate
Peter Dubrowski for the Vigil Honor.
Richard Eskew Sr.
Rich Eskew has show true commitment and exemplary service to both the
Scouting program and the Order of the Arrow for decades. Serving as an
adult leader for thirty-one years, fifteen of which he was the
Scoutmaster, he has been a driving force behind the success of his
unit. Rich served his chapter as Ceremonial Team Adviser, Brotherhood
Adviser, Camp Promotion Adviser, and Service Adviser. He has worked on
camporee and klondike staffs, been a member of the Council’s Canoe
Guide and Grizzly Guide Committees. For his tireless dedication to the
Scouting program, we are honored to nominate Richard Eskew Sr. for the
Vigil Honor.
Becky Fisk
Scouter Becky Fisk has served tirelessly to enhance the Scouting
experience for Scouts council wide. With fourteen years as an active
adult leader, she has been involved with her district’s camporees for
over twelve years, serving in capacities including Adviser and
Quartermaster. Further, she has been a Course Director for NLYT for
eleven years. For the past ten years, she also supported the Order of
the Arrow Chapter by attending and assisting with all major chapter
events. Becky has received her District’s Award of Merit and the
Silver Beaver. For her tireless efforts to further the Scouting
program, we nominate Becky Fisk for the Vigil Honor.
John Gastler
Scouter Tony Gastler has demonstrated tireless Scout spirit and
dedication to the Order of the Arrow. As a youth, Tony earned the rank
of Eagle. Through his numerous years as a scout leader, he has helped
countless youth to earn the rank of Eagle Scout. He has taken Scouts
to summer camps, NYLT, Philmont, and National Jamborees. In his
service to the Order of the Arrow, Tony has served as a Ceremonial
Team Adviser and as his chapter’s Service Adviser. He has also
attended section conclaves and the National Order of the Arrow
Conference. For his devotion to Scouting, we proudly nominate John
“Tony” Gastler for the Vigil Honor.
Christopher Harmon
Chris Harmon has served as an excellent example of cheerful service to
the Order of the Arrow and the camping program. Chris has served his
chapter as Ordeal Chairman and First Vice Chief, and he is currently
serving his second term as Chapter Chief. His leadership to the Order
of the Arrow has resulted in his chapter making tremendous progress
over the years. In addition, Chris has attended the past three section
conclaves. Chris has also provided service on the district level, as
he has served on camporee and klondike staffs. For Chris’s amazing
spirit and motivation to better the camping program, we passionately
nominate Christopher Harmon for the Vigil Honor.
Theodore Kremer
Eagle Scout Ted Kremer has proudly dedicated his time and service to
the Order of the Arrow and the Scouting program. He has conducted
numerous camp promotions, served on camporee staffs, and has been an
active member of his chapter’s Ceremonial Teams. Ted has served as his
chapter’s Troop Rep Chairman, Crossover Team Chairman, and Vice Chief
and he is currently the Chapter Chief. He has worked staff for the
council’s NYLT program, teaching Scouts the patrol method and to live
by the Scout Oath. For his outstanding commitment to the Scouting
program, we proudly nominate Theodore Kremer for the Vigil Honor.
Benjamin Ludwig
Ben Ludwig lives by the Scout Oath and Law in his daily life. He has
served on camporee and klondike staffs as well as on the Council’s
NYLT program. Ben has participated in numerous ceremonial teams,
conducted camp promotions, and assisted with service projects. He has
served his chapter as Brotherhood Chairman and Vice Chief. He is
currently the Lodge National and Section Chairman and the Secretary
for the C-5C Section. Ben has attended the National Order of the Arrow
Conference and section conclaves. In recognition of his commitment to
the ideas of the Scouting program, we nominate Benjamin Ludwig for the
Vigil Honor.
Charles Nahlik
Scouter Charlie Nahlik truly demonstrates the principles of the
Scouting program. He has attended more than 20 weeks of summer camp as
an adult leader, eleven of which while he was Scoutmaster. In
addition, he has attended Northern Tier High Adventure Base three
times within the last seven years. Charlie has also served on
countless district camporee staffs. Currently, he is serving the
council as the Quartermaster Corps Chairman, where he has provided an
excellent service to the properties and camping program. For his
astounding service to the Scouting program, we wholeheartedly nominate
Charles Nahlik for the Vigil Honor.
Matthew Nickols
Eagle Scout Matt Nickols has shown true dedication to the Order of the
Arrow. He served his chapter as Second Vice Chief and Troop
Representative Chairman for three terms showing commitment to his
chapter. His service to the lodge is no less: Lodge Recording
Secretary and Lodge Ordeal Chairman. Matt worked multiple district
camporee and klondike staffs as well as serving on the Council’s
summer camp staff. Matt has attended section conclaves and the
National OA Conference. For his outstanding service to the Scouting
program and the Order of the Arrow, we proudly nominate Matthew
Nickols for the Vigil Honor.
Brandon Noblin
An Eagle Scout with two palms, Brandon Noblin has shown unwavering
dedication to the Order of the Arrow and the camping program. Brandon
has played an active role on ceremonial teams for many years and has
served two terms as his chapter’s Ceremonial Team Chairman. In service
to the camping program, Brandon has served on several camporee staffs
and klondike staffs and has worked for two years on the Council’s
summer camp staff. Brandon has attended two National Order of the
Arrow Conferences and several section conclaves. For his consistent
service to the Order of the Arrow and the camping program, we gladly
nominate Brandon Noblin for the Vigil Honor.
Joshua Notz
Joshua Notz is a mature example of living the Scout Oath and Law. An
Eagle Scout, Josh has constantly given himself to the Order of the
Arrow since his induction. He has served as his chapter’s Program
Chairman, Camp Promotion Chairman, and Second Vice Chief. He is
currently serving his chapter as Chief. He has been an Elangomat,
attended section conclaves, and has helped with numerous service
projects. He has earned both Silver and Gold Beyond Brotherhood and
has served on staff for his district’s camporees. For his continuous
service to the Order of the Arrow, we cheerfully nominate Joshua Notz
for the Vigil Honor.
Sue O’Connell
Sue O’Connell is a vital asset to the Order of the Arrow and camping
program. She has been an Assistant Ceremonial Team Adviser for the
past ten years. She has attended countless service projects and
section conclaves. Sue has been an adult leader for fourteen years and
currently serves as an Assistant Scoutmaster and Assistant District
Commissioner. She has worked as a NYLT Scoutmaster and has attended
summer camp for thirteen years. Sue has attended Wood Badge and been
recognized with the District Award of Merit and the Silver Beaver. For
her untiring devotion to the Order of the Arrow and camping program,
we eagerly nominate Sue O’Connell for the Vigil Honor.
Steven Pfeifer
Scouter Steve Pfeifer has displayed tireless dedication to the Order
of the Arrow and Scouting. As a youth, he earned the rank of Eagle
Scout. He has served his troop as unit leader and attended 12 weeklong
summer camps including four high adventure trips. Within his chapter,
he has served for numerous years as the Camp Promotion Adviser. He has
shown dedication to his district through his work on numerous camporee
and klondike staffs, as well as serving as a unit commissioner and as
the current District Camping Chairman. He has also contributed to many
NYLT and Wood Badge staffs. For his tireless devotion to Scouting and
the Order of the Arrow, we respectfully nominate Steven Pfeifer for
the Vigil Honor.
Zachary Robinson
Eagle Scout Zachary Robinson has proudly dedicated his time and
service to the Order of the Arrow and the camping program. He has
served on numerous camporee and klondike staffs. He has been an active
member of his chapter’s Ceremonial Teams as well as assisting with
camp promotion and service projects. Zach currently serves his Chapter
as First Vice Chief. He has worked staff for the council’s NYLT
program teaching Scouts to live by the Scout Oath and Law. For his
outstanding service to the Order of the Arrow, we proudly nominate
Zachary Robinson for the Vigil Honor.
Andrew Spencer
Eagle Scout Andy Spencer has unselfishly dedicated himself to the
Order of the Arrow and the camping program. On the district level,
Andy has worked on numerous service projects, camporee staffs, and
camp promotion teams. During the three years he worked at the
Council’s summer camps, Andy was an outstanding staff member and
served as a ceremonial team member for the pre-Ordeal. He also
attended a National Jamboree and Philmont. Andy is currently serving
as an Assistant Scoutmaster in his troop. For his outstanding
contributions to the camping program, we joyously nominate Andrew
Spencer for the Vigil Honor.
Gregory Stone Jr.
Gregory Stone is unwavering in his support for the camping program. He
has served his chapter as Ordeal Adviser and has been an adviser for
ceremonial teams for five years as well as being active in camp
promotion and service projects. Greg has attended and served on staff
for section conclaves. He has supported his district’s encampments
serving both on camporee and klondike staffs. Greg has personally
ensured that Scouts are able financially to afford summer camp. For
his continuous service to Scouting and the camping program, we proudly
nominate Gregory Stone Jr. for the Vigil Honor.
Timothy Weaver
Eagle Scout Tim Weaver has demonstrated unwavering service to the
Order of the Arrow and the camping program. Tim served his chapter as
Program Chairman and Ordeal Chairman as well as Second Vice Chief. In
addition, Tim has served the Lodge as OA Summer Camp Chairman and
Elangomat Chairman, and he is currently the Lodge Service Chairman.
Tim has become a master ceremonialist over the last five years,
participating on Pre-Ordeal, Ordeal, and Brotherhood teams. Tim has
served his district on numerous camporee staffs. Tim has also spent
the past three summers as a Scoutcraft Counselor on the Council’s
summer camp staff. For his undying dedication to the Scouting program,
we willingly nominate Timothy Weaver for the Vigil Honor.
Kevin Wiese
Kevin Wiese has shown true dedication to leadership in service. Kevin
has served his chapter as Chief, and he is currently serving as the
Lodge Corresponding Secretary. He has been a part of many camporee and
klondike staffs as well as being the Campmaster. Kevin has also served
as a member of the Council’s summer camp staff. He has supervised
others through numerous service projects, led his brothers as an
Elangomat, participated on a number of ceremonial teams, and has been
an integral part of his chapter’s camp promotion. For his service and
dedication to the Order of the Arrow and the Scouting program, we
enthusiastically nominate Kevin Wiese for the Vigil Honor.
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