May 25, 2011 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 5
Ramsey
Ramsey resident Michael Adams has received the Silver Beaver Award from the Northern New Jersey Council of the Boy Scouts of America. The award, established in 1931, is the highest honor a registered adult leader can receive. The Silver Beaver is presented to individuals who do not actively seek recognition, but work diligently, showing self-sacrifice, exceptional character, and dedication. The honoree received a certificate and a miniature silver beaver on a blue and white ribbon, which may be worn around the neck, at the BSA Council’s 13th Annual Recognition Dinner. The celebration was held last week at the Westmount Country Club in Woodland Park. Adams, who is a long-time borough resident, joined Ramsey Boy Scout Troop 31 in March 1958. In 1961, he became a member of the Order of the Arrow and achieved Eagle Scout status. He is an active member of the National Eagle Scout Association. Adams, who is currently a member of the Troop Committee, works closely with the troop’s Eagle Scout candidates and handles publicity. He is also serving on the Centennial Committee for Troop 31, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2012. Since attending Camp No-Bo-Bo-Sco for the first time in 1958, Adams has returned to that site nearly every subsequent summer. In 1968, he served as field sport director. He was also elected to the Sand Pond Society’s Executive Committee, whose members include camp staff alumni and former campers. Adams serves as Ramsey Emergency Management
Borough resident receives BSA’s Silver Beaver Award
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Mike Adams
Warn Spotter Coordinator for the National Weather Service. Adams has been active with the Ramsey Rescue Squad for 48 years, and is now serving his fifth term as the squad’s president. He has been a member of the Ramsey Ambulance Corps for 45 years, and is that group’s senior riding member. He has been a member of the Ramsey Knights of Columbus for 34 years, and is the current Grand Knight. At Saint Paul Roman Catholic Church, Adams serves as a lector and an usher. Adams holds three degrees from Seton Hall University. Before his “retirement,” he spent 40 years as a high school educator and college counselor. He now provides pro bono counseling for the teens and 20-year-olds who are members of Boy Scout Troop 31 and of the local public safety organizations. His is a former member of the Ramsey Council, where he chaired the Police and Fire Committee. Adams’ volunteerism has previously been recognized by former New Jersey Governor Christine Todd Whitman and by former President George W. Bush.
For That Special Event
The Ramsey Board of Health invites the public to join one of the four walking groups that are part of its Ramsey Walks initiative. “Ramsey Walks at Eight” meets at 8 a.m. in Varka’s parking lot at Carol and Spruce streets. The group walks from Varka’s to the Carol Street entrance to the bike path to Interstate and back. After the walk, this group goes to the senior center at Finch Park for coffee. The Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Walks meet at 10 a.m.; the Tuesday and Thursday Walks at 9 a.m.; and the Friday “Mom and Me” Walks at 9:15 a.m. The start-
Public invited to join walking groups
Coordinator, a post he has held for 37 years. He was named New Jersey Emergency Management Coordinator of the Year in 2005. He is an officer in the New Jersey Emergency Management Association, and is the Bergen County Sky-
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ing point for these walks is the Interstate entrance to the Ramsey bike path (off Addison Street). The groups walk along the bike path to Prospect Street and turn around and return to Interstate. The walks typically take 30 to 45 minutes. The terrain is easy, and there are benches along the way if someone needs to rest. To participate in any of these walks, just show up at the bike path entrance at the appointed time. There is no need to sign up. Dads and grandparents are invited to be part of the “Mom and Me” walks. For more information, e-mail Joan Waring at joan. waring@gmail.com or call (201) 825-2246.
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