Our Eagle Scouts.
Our Eagle Scouts exemplify the very best of Scouting—demonstrating leadership, service, and a lasting impact on their community. Research shows they are more likely to lead, volunteer, give back, strengthen their communities, and maintain strong family ties as they transition into life after high school. Knowing these young men, we cannot say we’re surprised.
Eagle Scout Resources and References
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Here is a guide designed to help Life Scouts make the big jump from Life to Eagle. Talk to your Scoutmaster, Troop Eagle Advisor, Board of Review Chairman, Committee Chairperson, District Eagle Chairman, and the Council Scout Service Center for any additional questions you may have.
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Your proposal should emphasize your intention to give leadership to others through proper planning and development. Communicate with the beneficiary often to ensure the project meets the organization’s needs once it is completed.
We encourage you to seek guidance from your unit leader and project coach as you need help. Your Eagle Project Workbook will help navigate your way to a life of service as a proud Eagle Scout.
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The Eagle project can be a daunting task for a teen. In many cases, it is the last major hurdle to attaining your Eagle rank. Often, the project is of a nature that is different than and most times the first experience the teen has with project planning, construction, financial resourcing, donations, and working with adults outside of the troop setting. The best way to tackle it is with the guidance of adult leaders and taking it one step at a time. The Chinese proverb “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step” is relevant in this process. Do not focus on how much you must do but on the next step in the process. Like when you joined Scouting and Eagle was far away. You have traveled the trail and are close to the end, but you had helpers along the way guide you to this point. You should take the same approach to the Eagle project. Start by talking to the Troop’s Eagle Mentor or your Scoutmaster. They will help guide you and point you to a project coach who can work with you throughout the process offering guidance and suggestions. However, they are a resource. You need to do the research and work.
Eagle Scout Palm Application
How to Become an Eagle Scout
Eagle Scout: If your child has come this far, congratulations! They are almost there! However, this is where Scouts can often get complacent with the finish line in site. This can be especially challenging if they are quickly approaching their 18th birthday. A few notes about Eagle requirements that you will want to keep in mind:
Eagle Project: The Eagle Project is where Scouts will lean on all of the skills they have learned over the years. This project will require significant planning and several rounds of reviews. Expect this process to take months, not weeks. Examples of past projects include building and installing park benches, small bridges, or picnic tables for a school. Scouts can also decide on other project types such as collecting and assembling back to school bags for underserved communities.
Scout Master Conference: This is a much more involved conversation with the Scout Master. In addition to a discussion about what the Scout has learned, a review of the Scout’s binder helps ensure all documentation is ready for the Eagle Board of Review.
Board of Review: This is much more formal meeting and includes a district representative. Scouts are also allowed to invite others who have had an impact on them such as teachers or coaches. This conversation is a discussion about the Scout’s journey over the past years and what they have learned from that experience.