The highest rank that can be attained in Scouts BSA is Eagle Scout.You need to be an active member of the Boy Scouts who has advanced through the previous ranks to achieve this status.A large service project is one of the tasks required of an Eagle Scout.It is possible to accomplish a most sought after award while having fun.
Step 1: Join a troop.
You can join a troop that fits your personality.It is a good idea to choose a local troop.Cub Scouts can be joined by boys and girls as young as the first grade.A boy or girl who is 10 years old or older can join Scouts.You can join Venturing at any age.When you have enough time to complete all the requirements, it is best to join the Scouts young.
Step 2: The scout handbook is a good place to start.
The Scout Handbook is an official handbook of the Scouts.There are all the requirements to earn your rank.There are great tips in the handbook for camping.Go digital with Scoutbook.It is fun for Scouts and easy for unit leaders to track progress.
Step 3: You have to be an Eagle Scout to get the ranks.
Scout, Tenderfoot, First Class, Star, and Life Ranks are required to be eligible for the rank of Eagle Scout.These ranks require accomplishments in camping, cooking, navigation, nature, aquatics, first aid, fitness, leadership, safety, citizenship, and Scout spirit.These ranks are not done in a hurry.Scouts need enough time to accomplish these ranks.Merit badges signify a Scout's knowledge and skills in a particular area.A Scout will have 11 merit badges by the time they complete Life Rank.
Step 4: Keeping in mind requirements for Eagle Scout, complete merit badges.
You should think about the merit badges you will have to complete for the Eagle Scout rank as you move up the ranks.13 badges of the cumulative 21 badges must be in certain areas if you want to get an additional 10 merit badges for Eagle Rank.As you work towards this goal, keep those in mind.Since you will want to devote your time to your Eagle Scout service project, it is advisable to get the more difficult merit badges done first.
Step 5: For at least six months, be an active Life Scout.
You must have been an active Scout at the Life Rank for at least six months to be eligible for the Eagle Scout rank.You have six months to spare before your 18th birthday.
Step 6: 10 additional merit badges are required.
You must complete an additional 10 merit badges to get Eagle Scout Rank.There are 13 badges that must be from specific categories.The 13 required merit badges include: First Aid, citizenship in the community, Citizenship in Nation, Communication, Personal fitness, Emergency Preparedness or Lifesaving, Environmental Science or Sustainability, personal management, swimming or hiking or cycling, camping, and family.
Step 7: You can serve as a leader for six months.
You need to serve your troop in a leadership capacity for six months in order to meet Eagle Scout requirements.You can either serve on a troop, team, crew, or ship.You can serve your troop by acting as a patrol leader, troop guide, or junior assistant Scoutmaster.You could be a leader on the team.The Venturing crew or Sea Scout ship requires a boatwain, storekeeper, or quartermaster.A Lone Scout is a leader in a school, religious or community setting.
Step 8: Attend a Scoutmaster conference.
The Scoutmaster conference is a meeting between the Scout and the scout.Discuss your ambitions, future goals and how you are doing in the troop.The Eagle Scout service project and the Board of Review are the final hurdles that a Scout will have to overcome to get their rank.
Step 9: Think about your project.
To become an Eagle Scout, you need to plan and execute a service project that benefits a religious institution, school, or community.The project must be approved by your unit leader.Ask community, Scout, or religious leaders to see what projects they need help with if you are stumped on project ideas.The majority of Eagle Scout service projects are construction based.Many Scouts build bridges, decks, or playgrounds for institutions in need.A free football camp for low income kids is one of the more unique project ideas.
Step 10: You can submit the proposal form.
The Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook is where you need to submit your project proposal.The scope of the project is included in the proposal.The project is evaluated based on feasibility, safety issues, the steps of the plan for execution, and whether the project will give the Scout a positive experience.
Step 11: The project needs to be completed.
After your project is approved, you will be able to complete your Eagle Scout service project with the help of volunteers.You should use the schedule you created for your project approval.Crowdfund and internet can be used to raise money for your project.The goal of the Eagle Scout service project is to demonstrate your leadership, so don't do the entire project yourself.If you want to demonstrate your leadership abilities, delegate tasks to volunteers.Volunteer from your school, church, or neighborhood.
Step 12: You can join the Board of Review.
Prepare for, attend, and take part in the Eagle Scout Board of Review is your final step.The board is made up of your troop leaders.You will need to prepare documents, including your Eagle Scout Application, a statement of your ambitions and life purpose, and a list of all positions dealing with leadership.There are six references who can speak to the Scout's character.Parents, relatives, Scout leaders, or other Scouts and friends can be included.The references must be at least 21 years old.
Step 13: You can attend the Eagle Scout ceremony.
The Eagle Court of Honor Ceremony is where you can accept the handshake and smile from your Scoutmaster as they read your name aloud.