District Awards Banquet

2026 District Awards Banquet

Chili Cookoff and Awards Banquet
February 12th, 2026
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
VFW Wimberley TX

Celebrate Our Scouters and Scouts! Join us for an evening of recognition as we honor the hard work of our Scouts and Leaders.

Awards: Best Chili, Roundtable Attendance, Cub Scout of the Year, Scout of the Year, Spring Award, Popcorn Top Sellers, Eagle Class 2025, and adult leader knots recognition.

Entry is free! We just ask that you visit our SignUp Genius to help us with food or supplies to ensure the night is a hit.

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Award Nominations - All 2025 Award Nominations are due February 1st, 2026

Cub Scout of the Year – Awarded to Cub Scouts who consistently embody the Scout Oath and Law, demonstrating exceptional Scout Spirit by exceeding standard program requirements and leading by example within their Pack.

Nominate a Cub

Scout of the Year – Scouts who have gone above and beyond the program requirements by leading by example, providing meaningful service to their community, and embodying the Scout Spirit, Scout Oath, and Law in every action.

Nominate a Scout

 

Spring Award – Scouters who put a “spring” into their units program. This award celebrates those who go beyond the handbook to bring the Scout Oath and Law to life through high-energy programming and unwavering Scouting spirit.

Nominate a Scouter

Chili Cookoff Categories

Best Texas Traditional: The “Purist” Category. Beef and chilies only. Strictly no beans or fillers.

Best Homestyle: The “Anything Goes” Category. Beans, meat, and fillers welcome. Cook it your way.

People’s Choice: The “Fan Favorite.” The crowd decides the winner based on flavor and style alone.