The selection is based upon every aspect of a troop's performance. The troop's program and its effectiveness are reviewed. Criteria include the number of rank advancement, outings and days of long term camping (summer and high adventure trips), service projects, meeting participation and Quality Unit or Centennial Award status. The troop's leadership is also reviewed. Criteria include strong troop leadership (adult leaders and Troop 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 Rockport Award can be a difficult one. All of our troops 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: