The Silver Beaver Award is the highest recognition a local council of Scouting America can give to a volunteer Scouter for distinguished, unselfish service to youth within that council, recognizing long-term dedication, self-sacrifice, and impact on young people, often after many years of service. It's awarded to registered adult leaders for outstanding contributions to the Scouting program at the council level, with recipients receiving a medal, certificate, and square knot.