Menifee Boy Scout Named Scout Of The Year

Press release from the Tahquitz Scouting District of California Inland Empire Council of Boy Scouts of America:

Feb. 5, 2021

Described as responsible, respectful, and always willing to help and lend a hand, Evan Sandvig of Menifee Scouts BSA Troop 374 was recently awarded 2020 Scout of the Year for the Tahquitz District of the California Inland Empire Council of the Boy Scouts of America.

Evan is described as helpful to everyone he encounters. Whether it be at home, school, or Scouts, he cares about people and the community around him.

From Veteran Flag ceremonies, Homes for Veterans Ceremonies, National Cemetery Flag placement for Honoring our Heroes, to helping our community in need with food and other goods, you name it, he's there.

Evan has served as his troop's Assistant Senior Patrol Leader this past year and has been instrumental in making Troop virtual meetings on Zoom successful and fun.

He has provided insight on skill instruction, conducted virtual games, and created the itinerary, and hosted his Troop's Virtual Backyard Campouts.

A Life Scout, Evan not only helps in his troop, but he also cheerfully assists as a Den Chief for Cub Scout Pack 374.

The Tahquitz District serves the Southwest Riverside County region making the Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venture, and Explorer programs available to all youth ages 5-17. For more information on finding a scouting unit near you, visit: BeAScout.org.

This press release was produced by the Tahquitz Scouting District of California Inland Empire Council of Boy Scouts of America. The views expressed here are the author's own.