John Corry – Silver Wolf

A very special award has been made to a very special gentleman. The Silver Wolf, the highest honour of the Scout Association, has been bestowed on Mr John Corry, for services to Scouting ‘of the most exceptional nature’.

Simply known as ‘Akela’ to generations of Cubs at the 10th Belfast, John also rendered distinguished service as Group Scout Leader and as a commissioner in East Belfast district. When life returns to normal, something more sociable will mark the occasion, but in the meantime, here’s a short video of John with a few of those who feel honoured to call him a friend…