The Mountain Club of Maryland (MCOM) is a volunteer organization, and it is only with the hard work of many volunteers that we have an outstanding club. Each year the Mountain Club recognizes some of its outstanding volunteers.
The awards will be presented in December. The deadline to receive your nominations for the awards is November 1, 2024. You can nominate a member for one or more of these awards.
The nominations you forward should include the following:
- Nominee’s name
- The name of the Award
- Details about why that person deserves the award
- Your name and email address and/or phone number
The following awards will be presented:
Eleanor Sewell Hall of Fame Award
Given to a current living member who has made a significant contribution to the MCOM over a period of several years. This award is a once-in-a-lifetime award.
The following members have received this award: Thurston Griggs, Wayne Lipscomb, Duncan Crawford, Mike Jenkins, Rosie Suit, Mike O’Connor, Steve Williams, John Eckard, Bob Carson, Paul Ives, Patty Williams, Carolyn Bauer, Reuben Dagold, and Jerry Wright.
Outstanding Trip Leader Award
Given to a trip leader who has led several hikes during the past year and is especially encouraging and helpful to participants.
The following members have received this award: Jim Koury, Peter Johnson, John & Sally Heyn, Gary Reinoehl, Ann Roberts, Caryn Joachim, John Breivogel, Bill Saunders, Carolyn & Bill Bauer, Deanna Phelps, Doug & Marcie Schubert, Kathy Souders, and Jon Hyman.
Unsung Hero or Heroine Award
Given to a male or female member who has made a significant contribution to the MCOM out of the spotlight in the past year.
The following members have received this award: Patty Williams, Dan McQueen, Carolyn Bauer, Bill Bauer, Don Lears, Liz Kristofferson, Karen Klinedinst, Steve Williams, Amanda Greene, Jim & Sharon Koury, Leslie Marcuse, David Yanosik, Monica Fortner, Andy Buttles, Duncan Glenday, Norm Revis, Beth Cooper, Marsha McLaughlin, John Barrett, Debbie Coble, and Andy Petras.
Bob Grossman Outstanding Service Award
Given to a MCOM club officer, committee chair or member in Areas Other Than Trip Leading – work trips, etc.).
The following members have received this award: John Eckard, Dick Behrens, Reuben Dagold, Robert & Janine Grossman, Jerry Wright, Bill Saunders, Gary Reinoehl, Patty Williams, Wayne Lipscomb, Ann Roberts, Andy Buttles, Karen Ohlrich, Dennis LeCompte, and Sharon Sniffen.