what is a good eagle scout project?

Question

ive looked p online alot, and so far nothing sparked what i would want to do, mainly because they show something thats a one time thing, i want to do somethign that would include something thatll be there later on...

Answer 1

the opportunities for Eagle projects are limited only by your imagination. I would hope that you have adult leaders in your troop who can help direct you to community organizations in your area that could use a young man with the need to demonstrate his leadership skills and coordinate a group of people willing to give their time and talents to complete a project that may not have been within their budget otherwise. My son did his Eagle service project for the local county park system. I have helped other Scouts make contact with organizations such as their church, their City park department, their school district, and a women's shelter to discuss a potential Eagle project. As I mentioned before, the sky is the limit when it comes tolooking for an Eagle service project. Good luck!

Answer 2

Check with your local Parks and Recreation Department. They always are in need of Eagle Scout project help due to budget restraints and always needed something done. Also, contact your local law enforcement agencies, National Parks in your area, local Service Agencys, etc. Your Scoutmaster is also a good source for project ideas and if his suggestions aren't satisfactory, contact your District Executive for ideas. Organizations usually go to them asking for assistance and with ideas for Eagle projects.
I commend you on wanting to do a project with meaning and substance. I've seen to many Eagle projects in our area in the last few years that I don't think were worthy of being an Eagle Scout project. One of the best that has been done in our area in recent years was the restoration of the founder's home at a local service agency. That Scout had a time convincing the Board he had really accomplished what he did but his project was outstanding and has set a new standard for future Eagle's in our District. Now he has a project he can show his kids some day and be very proud of which is what it sounds like you want for your Eagle project.
This is a tough decision and you want to be sure its the right one for you, so don't be in a hurry unless you are about to turn 18. You have time otherwise. Who knows, you might discover one morning that your area's Disaster Trailers were destroyed overnight like happened in our town earlier this month. They were provided by 2 Eagle Scout projects initially and will probably be replaced by another Eagle Scout or 2.
Don't be afraid to take on a really adventurous project that you might have to work with the benefitting organization on splitting it into parts for other future Eagles to use for their projects. That is what is required for a major project our local Rec dept wanted done and will be accomplished by 3-4 Scouts from 2 troops coordinating together to earn their Eagle.

Answer 3

First of all, look at the more recent Eagle Scout projects your troop has participated in within your community. It's probably best if you do not repeat something done recently (the past 5 - 10 years), or something an older brother did for his project. Second, look at the needs of your community. Does your senior center need a paint job, interior or exterior? Could the school use a garden planted or some landscape work? What about your church or library?

Our troop has over 25 Eagles in 25 years, and have never had a repeated project, but here are some of the projects they did to earn their ranks: a bicycle safety project, complete with a video available at the public library; building and landscaping signs at the town lines; setting up and running a blood drive; a photo record of all of the houses in town both historic and usual; a survey of the town street names in and around the lakes in town with the purpose of mapping them for the fire department; building a memorial patio at the library (this one is a current project) in honor of an Eagle killed in an accident; building a handicapped ramp at one of the local churches; clearing out the debris at a neglected park; creating a walking path in a wildlife area; building an excercise path around the perimeter of the new elementary school for the use of the residents to walk or jog in a safe place; one project involved putting together and distributing emergency information cannisters to the elderly who could list their medications, contact information and medical conditions in a place easily accessible to emergency personnel at a time of need.

Most projects are a *one-time thing*, that's their nature, but many of these are long-lasting and deeply affect the life and health of a community. Good luck, and keep working, Eagle is a worthy rank. How do I know? Both of my sons are Eagles and proud of it.

Answer 4

Our first Eagle Scout found a park in our town that had some rundown playground equipment. He went to some businesses and got them to donate tools and paint. Then rounded up some parents and scouts and refurbished the entire playground, cleaning off rust, repairing basketball hoops, cleaning up trash and debris then putting a fresh coat of paint on everything.

Another Eagle project was building bike racks outside the public library.

Remember though, an Eagle project should be something you think of, and something that will be a benifit to the community. Good Luck. You'll be joining a very important, very special group of young men.

Answer 5

one of our eagle scouts helped organize the building of an outdoor riding arena for our local hippotherpy/therapeutic riding program. It was a one time thing but it will benefit many people for many years to come, so try thinking in those terms. Just because its one time doesn't mean it can't have a lasting effect.

Again look at what your community needs and spring board off that.

Answer 6

If it anything like Scouts or Guides then i can help. Try helping out in the community but if that dosn't take your fancy then try to help out someone that is sick or an elderly person, they may not be there in 10 years time but it will do some good, and you will feel good about yourself by doing so.

Answer 7

i don't exactly know what an eagle scout is but if it's like boy scout or girl scout, help out your comunity and day by day notice a change. and if this relates with nothing your talking about...yeah, i'm sorry!