Teddy Roosevelt award
NDGF Establishes Theodore Roosevelt Youth Award
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department, in recognition of the 150th anniversary of the birth of Theodore Roosevelt, has developed an award that will recognize North Dakota youth who have advanced outdoor skills and are active in Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts or 4-H.
Inspired by his spirit and writings, the Theodore Roosevelt Award is designed to promote the development of a healthy mind and body, good citizenship, a strong conservation ethic, an understanding of North Dakota’s natural history, and the ability to handle oneself while engaging in a wide variety of outdoor recreational activities.
Existing programs developed by Girl Scouts of the United States of America, Boy Scouts of America, and 4-H constitute more than 80 percent of the award requirements. The remaining 10-20 percent is composed of educational programs that the Game and Fish Department provides, such as hunter education and National Archery in the Schools.
Award recipients must also learn about the “North American Model of Wildlife Conservation,” which is based on the writings and work of Roosevelt and a small group of his friends in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
“It is our belief that a young adult who completes the selected requirements for their chosen youth organization will not only be a well-rounded and well-informed citizen, but also will have mastered the skills needed to handle an active life in the outdoors,” said Terry Steinwand, Game and Fish Director. “In addition, it is our hope that this award program will assist in the retention and involvement of North Dakota youth in 4-H, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, as well as assist in the recruitment and retention of future hunters.”
Adult advisors wishing to obtain copies of the Theodore Roosevelt Award Workbook can download and print them off the education/outreach link at the North Dakota Game and Fish Department Website, gf.nd.gov.
Additional questions can be directed to Bill Jensen, North Dakota Game and Fish Department, at (701) 328-6637.
