Robert “Bob” Jarrell Fairfax Station, VA Volunteer at South Run Rec Center Length of Service: 3 years Front Desk Associate/Scouting Program Coordinator
As a front desk volunteer, Bob Jarrell gives customers their first taste of South Run Rec Center’s unique family atmosphere and outstanding facilities. He is friendly and helpful, and those who work with Jarrell say that when he comes on duty, “the whole place lights up.” His dependability, enthusiasm, and follow-up have done much to influence new customers to join, as well as keep current customers satisfied with South Run as their Rec Center-of-choice. As Scouting Program Coordinator, Jarrell has given freely of his time to help Eagle Scout candidates develop service projects that teach them about leadership, teamwork, and productivity and contribute to the stewardship of South Run Park. His contributions to each scout have made their projects truly memorable, and current and future Fairfax County residents have benefitted from scout efforts to save South Run’s forests.
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