So now you are a Life Scout; only one step to go but it will take work, determination and leadership skills. Do you have what it takes to reach the top of the mountain? This page has the information you need to complete the journey.
The key documents and references you will need on your final step on the Trail to Eagle are provided here. This information is updated regularly and you should check this page as you finish one key task and before beginning the next task.
Letter from Council Advancement Chair
This letter provides important information on the steps to follow as you travel from Life to Eagle and council-specific procedures. It also includes the Council's Eagle Reference Letters Policy and a form you can use for the Statement of Ambitions and Life Purpose (Requirement #6).
Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook (fillable)
Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook (expandable)
This is a new version being termed "expandable". New functionalities for this electronic workbook include expandable text boxes and the ability to insert images in JPEG, GIF, TIF, and PNG formats. The National Advancement Team is interested in receiving comments that may further improve the experience with this version, email comments to the National Advancement Team
There are a number of resources that you may find useful as you work towards your Eagle rank and afterwards.
Guide to Safe Scouting
Guide to Advancement
Scouts with Special Needs - Alternate Eagle Scout Rank Merit Badges
Notable Eagle Projects
National Eagle Scout Association
Eagle Scout Roll of Honor - History of the Eagle Scout Award
Contact the person indicated for District-specific information related to having your Eagle Service Project Proposal approved or the Eagle Board of Review
REQUEST for CEREMONIAL DOCUMENT from
The Honorable Michael A. Nutter
Mayor, City of Philadelphia
Carefully read the following Guidelines before completing the request form.
