The selection is based upon every aspect of a pack's performance. The pack's program and its effectiveness are reviewed. Criteria include the number of rank advancement, Tiger Cub program, (pack overnighters, Day Camp and long-term-over night resident camping for Webelos, service projects, activities participation, and Quality Unit or Centennial Award status. The pack's leadership is also reviewed. Criteria include strong pack leadership (den leaders, separate activities leaders and Pack Committee), training of adult leaders, active adult and youth membership growth, and on-time re-chartering. Lastly, consideration is given to participation at our District's activities (such as Kick-off meeting, District Dinner, leadership recognition, Roundtable attendance, fund raising, Camporees, and FOS).

Each year the selection process for the Dover Award can be a difficult one. All of our packs have dedicated leaders committed to the Aim and Methods of Scouting and many fine leaders create many strong programs. The following units represent all the values and criteria above: