Eagle Project Info

Eagle Scout Resources

💡 Have an Eagle project idea? Reach out to the district Key 3 — Jeff Teagarden (District Chair), the District Commissioner, and Robert Clemmer (District Executive) – or to District Advancement Chair Kent Baisley (baisleykp@gmail.com).

Eagle Project Approval

1. Select a Beneficiary

• Choose a project that benefits a religious institution, school, or community organization (not Scouting-related).
• Ensure your project meets the Eagle Scout service project requirements (leadership, planning, and benefit to the community).

2. Develop Your Proposal

• Use the most up-to-date Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project Workbook (available at Scouting Advancement). Scouts who already started with the 2023 version may continue with it and do not need to redo it using the 2026 version.
• Clearly outline the project’s purpose, scope, and leadership role.

3. Get Initial Feedback

• Discuss your project with your Scoutmaster and unit leader.
• Seek input from the project beneficiary.

4. Submit Your Proposal for Approval

• Present your proposal to the district advancement committee for approval.
• Your proposal must be approved before starting work on your project.
• Required signatures:
  • Beneficiary representative
  • Unit leader (Scoutmaster)
  • Unit committee chair

Eagle Project Execution

5. Plan & Execute Your Project

• Create a detailed project plan, including:
  • Materials
  • Budget
  • Timeline
• Lead others in completing the project, following your workbook.
• If your project requires fundraising, complete the fundraising application in the workbook and have it approved before fundraising.

6. Complete Your Project Report

• Document your project’s hours, materials, and outcomes.
• Obtain the beneficiary’s signature on the completed project report.

Eagle Scout Rank Application

1. Complete All Rank Requirements

• Be an active Life Scout for at least 6 months.
• Earn a total of 21 merit badges, including 13 required badges and 8 elective badges.
• Serve in a position of responsibility for at least 6 months while a Life Scout.
• Complete your Eagle Scout service project.

2. Fill Out the Application

• Use the current (2026) Eagle Scout Rank Application, No. 512-728 from Scouting America.
• Include accurate dates from Scoutbook or Scouting.org to avoid delays.

3. Gather Required Documents

• Statement of ambitions and life purpose
• List of leadership positions, honors, and awards
• Completed Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project Workbook

4. Obtain Required Signatures

• Candidate (you)
• Unit leader
• Unit committee chair

5. Request References

• Ask the four individuals listed on your application to provide references.
• References can be submitted by letter, email, or other approved methods (confidential).
• If references are not received after multiple attempts, the Board of Review can still proceed, be ready to explain your efforts.

⏰ Age 18 note: All requirements except the board of review must be completed before your 18th birthday. If you turn 18, your board of review may still be held within 24 months after turning 18 (see GTA 8.0.3.1 and 9.0.4.0).