The Boy Scouts of America, W. D. Boyce Council honored Beth Mangold at the 2011 2nd Annual Ottawa Lawn Social. The Lawn Social, hosted at the home of Jerry Halterman, took place on Friday, June 10, 2011. The celebration was chaired by Larry and Bonnie McGrogan, the 2010 recipients of the Good Scout Award. The McGrogans and the W. D. Boyce Council honored Beth Mangold for her years of service and giving back to the community. Beth has been involved in numerous youth development programs including service as a Scout leader for the Ottawa Friendship Adventure Scouts. She has also served as the Executive Director of the Ottawa Friendship House.

In addition to honoring Beth with the Good Scout Award, nine special needs Venture Scouts from the Ottawa Friendship House will attend Camp Big Sky, located in Farmington, IL. While at Camp Big Sky, the Scouts will have the opportunity to fish, boat, and participate in other outdoor activities in a safe and accessible environment.

The event, which raised $30,000, will benefit Scouting in and around the Ottawa area. This includes: providing camperships, training, program supplies, insurance, camping facilities, local unit support, communication, day camp and summer camp.