Award Ceremony, Reception and Dinner
November 1st
Wildwoods Convention Center, Wildwood, N.J.
Garden State Council, Boy Scouts of America, Presents...
and
South Jersey Yacht Sales
Maryanne Adams Avalon Flooring Honoring George C. Robinson III Bishop Charles A. Farrow Sr. State of N.J. ERO Director, Retired
Maryanne Adams
George C. Robinson, III &
Bishop Charles A. Farrow, Sr.
Master of Ceremonies
John Lynch, Director of Sales & Entertainment, Wildwoods Convention Center
Opening Ceremony: Pledge, Scout Oath, and Law
Scouts BSA Troop 79, chartered by Seaville Fire Company
Invocation
Bishop Carles Farrow, Bethel Commandment Church and Scoutmaster, Scouts BSA Troop 104, Whitesboro
Scout Presentation
Zachary DuFault, Scouts BSA Troop 73, West Cape May
Camperships
Dave Beyel
Enjoy Your Meal
Remarks by the Council President
Debra Rosen, Archer Law
Introduction of Community and Scouting Dignitaries
John Lynch
Presentation of the “Good Scout Award” to Cape May
Distinguished Citizens
Maryanne Adams and George C. Robinson III
Pesentation of the Whitney M. Young Jr. Award
Bishop A. Carles Farrow Sr.
Remarks by the Scout Executive, Garden State Council
Patrick Linfors
Live Auction
George C. Robinson III and John Lynch
Closing
John Lynch
Benediction
Bishop Charles Farrow
Be safe going home
The Distinguished Citizen “Good Scout” Award is presented to community leaders who exemplify in their daily lives the ideals of the Boy Scouts of America as expressed in the Scout Law and Scout Oath. The recipients are chosen for their outstanding service as evidenced by the interest and leadership they have provided to many worthwhile organizations, as well as the respect and esteem in which they are held by their colleagues.
A Scout is: Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent
On my honor, I will do my best, to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.
The Good Scout Award statuette is patterned after the statue of a Scout that stands before both the Loren S. Riggins, Jr., Scout Resource Center in Millville and the Rowan Scout Resource Center in Westampton. Here is the story behind the sculpture and its significance in Scouting History.
The sculptor was Dr. R. Tait McKenzie. In 1914 at the request of Dr. Charles D. Hart, President of the then Philadelphia Council, Boy Scouts of America, McKenzie created a statuette of the “Ideal Boy Scout.” His model, selected in a competition of Scout parades, was 12 year-old Franklin Williamson Hoover. Ten bronze 18 inch-high statuettes were cast as part of the Boy Scout Friends of Scouting Program. The edition was closed and Dr. McKenzie presented the copyright to the Philadelphia Council.
Plaster, bronze and epoxy reproductions were sold, beginning in 1916. Later, smaller copies, suitable for desk ornaments, were made available and are highly popular. In 1930, when the Philadelphia Council moved from 916 Walnut Street to 22nd and Winter Streets, it was hoped Dr. McKenzie would create a life-size statue to stand before the new building. He obliged, not by reproducing the small figure, but with a restudied statue with many changes, incorporating the new Scouting insignia.
Scout Douglas Shannon was the “Model in Chief” with Scout Joseph Straub in reserve, but several other Scouts also served as models for head, body and various detailed studies. The statue was unveiled June 12, 1937, Dr. McKenzie making the presentation address. Many life-sized copies are exhibited throughout the United States and in other countries around the Scouting world.
Garden State Council presents “The Ideal Boy Scout Statue” to the Distinguished Citizen because it embodies the meaning of Scouting found in the Scout Oath and Law. These same principles are found in this year’s honorees.
Dinner Underwriter
Platinum Eagle
Silver Star
Bronze First Class Thank
Azeez Foundation
Brayces Orthodontics
Broadley’s
Canyon Club Marina
Cape May Winery
Chart House Marina
Debra Barnes, South Jersey
Yacht Sales
Dogtooth/Poppis/Mudhen
Brian Broadley
Vicki Clark
Joe Cleary
Junetta Nowell Dix
Alan Gould, Esq.
Scott Halliday Jr.
Doug & Sandy Miller
Dune Rite Construction
Harrington Graphics
Johnson & Towers
Jupiter Marine Int.
Linda Tozour
Mazzitelli and Merollo
Plubing and Heating
Post to Post, LLC
Somers Point Lumber
Scott Halliday Sr.
Doug Heun
John Lynch
Patrick McMahon
Bill Oakley
Lynda Pagliughi
Stone Crafters
The Farrow Family
The John F. Scarpa Foundation
The Lobster House
The Morgan Failla Group/ Morgan Stanley
Universal Supply Co.
Viking Yacht Company
Marty Pagliughi
Larry Schmidt
Jackson Sole
Tyler Sole
William Wasekanes
Joyce Skradzinski
Thank you for your support of Scouting!
Zachary started his Scouting journey as a Cub Scout before advancing to Scouts BSA with Troop 73 in West Cape May, N.J. He achieved the rank of Eagle Scout at 16 years old with completion of the Cape May County United States Flag Retirement Ceremony Station at Cape May County Park South. For this project he raised over $20,000 selling memorial bricks and benches, that he built into the project. Zachary wanted a place that the “United States Flag could be retired in a dignified and respectful manner by local organizations, school, churches, and Scout Troops.” Zachary enjoys working with Scouts and youth of other organizations by taking them to the ceremony station and educating them on the proper way to retire a flag as well as the reasons why it should be done. Zachary received the 2022 American Legion New Jersey Eagle Scout of the Year award, The New Jersey Vietnam Veteran’s Distinguished Student of the Year, and The Glenn and Belinda Adams Garden State Eagle Scout of the Year award.
Zachary graduated from Lower Cape May Regional High School in June of 2022 with Magna Cum Laude honors. While attending high school, Zachary held dual enrollment at Atlantic Cape Community College where he is eligible to graduate in May, at 17 years old, with honors. Zachary will continue his education, focusing on Math & Accounting, at Rowan University with a full educational scholarship under the New Jersey Stars program.
Zachary continues to give back to his community through volunteer work and peer tutoring at school. He enjoys esports, cooking, 3-D puzzles, anime, painting, music, and graphic art.
With over 30 years of experience in the flooring industry, Maryanne Adams became the President & CEO of Avalon Flooring in 2008. She built Avalon Flooring to be the 8th largest flooring retailer in the U.S. with her dynamic can-do attitude and loyal employees by her side. As an employee-owned organization (ESOP), Maryanne has been instrumental in leading the growth of the company into 17 retail locations across PA, DE & NJ. Leading with a culture that focuses on employees first and a leadership style focused on not being afraid of change and finding non-typical solutions when issues arise, she has molded Avalon Flooring into what it is today.
Maryanne is devoted to both Avalon Flooring and to mentoring the next generation of leaders within the industry. Giving back to the community was instilled in her by their founder John Millar, who passed away unexpectedly in 2008. Avalon is actively involved with American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, Make a Wish Foundation, and the Avalon Flooring Fund, which assists Avalon employees in financial need.
She has co-chaired the Richard Stockton College Scholarship Benefit Gala and served as a past co-chair for the South Jersey Chapter “Go Red for Women” event. Avalon also participates with many local charities at each location. Within Avalon Flooring, she mentors and nurtures employees to become
masters in their roles and primarily fills leadership roles with existing employees. She has become a voice for women and independent retailers alike. In an industry largely populated by males, Maryanne Adams is a champion for women and an example of fearless leadership.
Born and raised in Flourtown PA and spent my weekends and summers in Ocean City, N.J., where I started my boat maintenance business when I was 15. I attended college at the University of Delaware Valley with a focus on Food Science. Upon graduation I immediately went to work in the food industry for a company related to the commercial production of ingredients used to speed up the production of breads. During my time at Caravan Products in Totowa, N.J., I held the position of Quality Control Specialist, then moved into Research & Development Specialist. There I held responsibility for scientific analysis and function of high-performance commercial bakery ingredients.
I soon thereafter joined the family business: Ottens Flavors in Philadelphia. From 1988 to 1997, I held the position of Procurement and Operations Director. From 1997 to May 2015, I served as President of Ottens Flavors, where I was responsible for overall performance and profitability of the $60M corporation with 160 employees and sales in 30 countries.
During my years in the food industry, I held the following board positions on distinguished industry associations.
• 2002 – 2015: Board of Governors – Flavor Extract Manufacturers Association.
• 2012-2013: President Flavor Extract Manufacturers
Association
• 1990 – 2005: Board of Directors National Association of Flavors and Food Ingredient Systems
• 2002 – 2003: President, National Association of Flavors and Food Ingredients Systems
• 2005 – Current: Board of Officers, Ocean City Marlin & Tuna Club.
As owner and president of South Jersey Yacht Sales since 2017, I am extremely proud to represent New Jersey and the surrounding regions as a dealer for Albemarle, Invincible, Jupiter Marine, Yellowfin Yachts Valhalla Boat Works and Viking. These renowned brands represent the highest quality, innovative, leading-edge sportfishing boats available on the market today. All of these brands are commonly found in the winner’s circle time and time again at the largest, most prestigious billfish tournaments in the world. As an avid third-generation angler and boater for well over 40 years, I work to bring to the marine industry a passion and desire to make our friends and customers their next purchase an enjoyable experience and is also eager to share his insights on boats, fishing and destinations.
In October 2020, in order to compliment the yacht sales business, we acquired what is now South Jersey Yacht Sales and Service Center and Chart House Marine Electronics and Outfitting
Recipient: Bishop Charles A. Farrow Sr.
Bishop Farrow submitted the following achievements:
• Family of the Year 1996 Recipient
• Ranch Hope Silver Spurs Award Recipient 2008
• BSA District of Merit Award 2001
• BSA Silver Beaver Award 2001
• Advocate of the Year CCMC) 1998
• New Jersey 2000Vounteerism Award
Goals & Aspirations:
Expand Services offered to the Food Pantry to include::
Bishop Charles A. Farrow Sr. ERO Director, Retired State of New Jersey
• Personal Hygiene Items
• Infant Care Products
• Elderly Services
Network with other Pantries and Human Services
Agency
Network with public schools
Life Skills Experience:
Retired State Employee: Employee Relations Officer
Past CWA Local #1040 Woodbine Branch President
President National Youth Conference of Commandment Churches 1990 thru 2001
Past Youth Advocate Worker
Pastor: Bethel Commandment Church of the Living God of New Jersey, Incorporated
Director of Bethel Emergency Food Pantry
Scoutmaster: Troop 104
Cubmaster: Pack 104
Education:
1977 University of Maryland (College Park Campus) Bachelor of Arts
1998 Cornell University – Certification LaborManaged Relations
2003 State of New Jersey Public Manager
The purpose of the Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award is to recognize outstanding services by an adult individual or an organization for demonstrated involvement in the development and implementation of Scouting opportunities for youth from rural or low-income urban backgrounds, in fulfullment of Dr. Young’s dream of justice and equality for all.
Maryanne Adams – George C. Robinson, III – Bishop Charles A. Farrow, Sr.
2016 Linda Pagliughi
2016 James Bennett
2017 Jay A. Gillian
2017 John Scarpa
2018 Curtis Bashaw
2019 Patrick Healey
2019
2021 Larry C. Schmidt
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The mission is to deliver the highest quality youth program of character development and leadership training, and to prepare young people to make ethical decisions, so they can reach their full potential and better serve their family, community and country.
Scouting was put to the test over three years when Tufts University worked with youth to measure character attributes of both Scouts and non-Scouts. Funded by the John Templeton Foundation, nearly 1,800 Cub Scouts and nearly 400 non-Scouts under the age of 12 were measured through both interviews and survey data. The findings are represented in the bar graph, below, and show the positive impact of Scouting.
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CONGRATULATIONS ON THE RECOGNITION FOR ALL OF YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS TO CAPE MAY COUNTY.
YOU CONTINUE TO INSPIRE US.
Maryanne Adams
George C. Robinson III & Bishop Charles A. Farrow Sr.
Congratulations Distinguished Citizens
Maryanne Adams & George C Robinson III
Daniel Beyel 2007 & David Beyel 2015 & Whitney M Young Jr Awardee, Bishop Char les A. Farrow Sr.
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Maryanne Adams of Avalon Flooring is excited to be honored at this year’s Cape May County Distinguished Citizen Awards and would like to extend congratulations to her fellow honorees, George Robinson, III of South Jersey Yacht Sales and Bishop Charles A. Farrow Sr.