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Trinity Baptist Church in Christiansburg, Virginia
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Becoming an Eagle Scout is an important moment in a young man's life. Earning the Eagle Scout rank says that you are a well-rounded person who is community-minded, responsible and dedicated. Originally the Eagle Scout was a merit badge that represented a perfect scout. Today, the Eagle Scout rank shows you're an invaluable community member.  Troop 42 wants to help guide Boy Scouts on this journey from Life rank to Eagle success.

 

 

 **REMINDER - All Eagle Projects must be reviewed by Life-2-Eagle Coordinator, Denise Dabney,
or other Asst. Scoutmaster BEFORE going before any Troop Committee/Board.
 
  Resources
 
Eagle Guide Book - new for end of 2011 to help Eagle understand new requirements starting in 2012 in order to complete the Eagle Rank.
 
Project Workbook - this is typeable PDF that is required for your Eagle Committee Review. 
 
Eagle Rank Application -a mandatory form that can be prepared online and printed for the committee.
 
Eagle Rank Checklist - handy checklist to keep a Troop 42 Scout on this path.
 
Eagle Helpful Tips - along with explanations of and common mistakes to avoid on each requirement
 
New River District - our local district must be involved in this Eagle process along with the Troop Committee.  Coordinate with the Mrs. Dabney about contacting a District Representative for an appointment. 
 
References Requests - An Eagle candidate must contact 5 references on his own using this letter format with an optional evaluation form.   Labels are available upon request to affix to envelopes to accompany your letters.
 
EIN# - Often a donor to an Eagle Project needs a federal tax ID# to process their donation,  that information is now avaiable upon request.
 
Once an Boy Scout has completed the Eagle Rank, parents may begin planning the ceremonies after selecting a date, time,  and location then consulting with the Scoutmaster.  These items can be helpful:
 
Solicitation Letters - contact dignitaries with personalized letters to request notes of congratulations for this big event
 
Ceremonies - many websites to offer suggestions for this celebratory event that best fits the new Eagle Scout.
 
Supplies - Eagle-themed partyware, invitations, cards, ceremony book and gifts are available for consideration 
 
Press Releases - This momentus occassion should be anncounced to the community!
 
 
ANNOUNCEMENT 
Starting Jan. 1, 2012, Eagle Scout candidates—unless they have already submitted a plan for approval by the council or district under the former requirement—will be expected to fulfill the revised service project requirement 5 using the new workbook.   
 
Guidance 
 
There will be a bi-monthly Life-2-Eagle meeting under the direction of Denise Dabney. Eagle Project Coach.  "Lifers" will receive a packet to help them start this journey!
 
By Appointment:  Sign up for times during the 4th Monday of every month.  See sign-up sheets for appointments.
 

Life-2- Eagle Update

Congratulations to Henry Szczur and Peter Forney for being mere steps away from completing the rank of Eagle Scout!

POSSIBLE PROJECT CONTACTS:

Town of Christiansburg Manager Barry Helms 382-6128

Christiansburg Recreation Department Art Price 382-2349

Camp Alta Mons Director Jason Masching 268-2409

Kipps Elementary School Principal Chris Widrig 951-5760

Montgomery County Parks & Recreation Brad Buchanan

Blacksburg Parks and Recreation Travis Coad

SEEDS - Blacksburg Nature Center 552-3914

 

REMINDER:  Feel free to contact Mrs. Dabney at dcdmail@hotmail.com or 731-5281 with any questions. All boys Star rank and above are invited to participate in the Life-2-Eagle program.