Vancouver Teen to Receive Girl Scouts Medal of Honor for Daring Rescue
A 17-year-old Vancouver girl, Madilyn Berry, will be awarded the Girl Scouts Medal of Honor for rescuing a young boy who was drowning during a troop trip to Hydra Island, Greece. She is the first in her region to receive…
Portland, OR, July 21, 2026 —
Madilyn Berry, a 17-year-old from Vancouver, is set to receive the prestigious Girl Scouts Medal of Honor for her courageous actions in saving a young boy from drowning. The incident occurred during a Girl Scout troop trip to Hydra Island, Greece.
Berry’s bravery in the face of danger has earned her this national lifesaving award. She is noted as being the first individual in her region to be recognized with this particular honor, highlighting the significance of her deed.
In addition to the national recognition from the Girl Scouts, Berry will also be formally acknowledged by the Vancouver City Council for her heroic act. The details surrounding the specific timeline of the rescue and the upcoming award ceremonies were not provided.
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